Design Manager

Yellowstone Local is proud to represent Cadence, LLC, an industry leader in mission-critical construction and data center development.

If you are an experienced Design Manager who knows how to lead complex data center projects from concept through construction, this is your opportunity to take ownership of high-impact work in a fast-growing sector.

What’s in it for You?

• Salary range of $130,000 to $170,000 per year based on experience and qualifications

• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off

• Involvement in large-scale, technically complex data center construction projects

• Exposure to nationally recognized clients and leading equipment vendors

• Travel opportunities for active project engagement

• Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Work with a team that specializes in mission-critical and data center construction

• Be trusted to lead design coordination on high-visibility projects

• Gain experience with Tier III and Tier IV data center standards

• Collaborate with experienced construction, engineering, and commissioning professionals

• Join a company positioned for continued growth in a rapidly expanding industry

Your New Role

As the Design Manager based in Charlotte, North Carolina, you will lead the design phase of large-scale, mission-critical data center construction projects from early concept through final construction documents. You will serve as the central point of coordination across multiple design disciplines, ensuring alignment with client expectations, budget requirements, technical standards, and construction schedules.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the full lifecycle of design coordination from schematic design through Issued for Construction packages

• Oversee architectural, structural, civil, MEP, fire protection, and telecommunications design disciplines

• Lead coordination meetings with general contractors, engineers, consultants, vendors, and commissioning teams

• Conduct constructability reviews and support energy efficiency and system performance objectives

• Coordinate early release packages to support permitting and phased construction schedules

• Ensure compliance with Tier III and Tier IV standards, redundancy requirements, and scalability goals

• Partner with preconstruction and procurement teams to align design decisions with budget and performance targets

• Utilize Revit, BIM 360, Bluebeam Studio, and related platforms to manage collaboration and documentation

• Maintain accurate, organized, and up-to-date design documentation throughout the project lifecycle

• Proactively identify design conflicts or risks and implement solutions to protect schedule and project outcomes

Hiring Expectations: Apply today, complete a quick phone screening, and get ready for an interview with our team to discuss your goals and experience.

• Large-scale data center project experience required

• 7+ years of design management experience, including leading at least one mission-critical or data center project

• Strong knowledge of UPS systems, switchgear, CRAC units, chillers, generators, and structured cabling

• Familiarity with Tier III and Tier IV standards and Uptime Institute guidelines

• Proficiency in Revit, Bluebeam, BIM 360, and related construction software

• Experience coordinating schedules, phased permitting, and budget considerations

• Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and communicate effectively with project stakeholders

• Willingness to travel as needed

Preferred Certifications (not required)

• PE, LEED AP, PMP, DBIA, or similar industry certifications

Preferred Education (not required)

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field

Cadence, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. #red