Job summary
Seeking an experienced Design Manager for oversight of data centre infrastructure design in Norway. The role involves managing the design process for high-performance AI compute facilities, ensuring technical standards, project timelines, and budgets are met. Candidates should have strong expertise in mission-critical infrastructure, collaboration skills across multidisciplinary teams, and digital proficiency in BIM workflows.
Location and work setup
- Location
- Norway
- Work setup
- On-site
Responsibilities
Lead the full design lifecycle of data centre projects tailored for AI compute including concept to construction drawings. Review design packages for compliance, constructability, and performance. Collaborate with construction, cost management, and delivery teams as well as external consultants and technology providers. Manage permitting processes with local authorities. Adapt facility designs to support advanced compute clusters with high-power electrical and liquid cooling systems. Maintain project scheduling, deliverable tracking, and documentation using digital tools such as BIM and cloud collaboration platforms.
Qualifications
Proven experience managing design in data centre, mission-critical, or high-performance computing environments. Deep technical knowledge of MEP systems and high-density power infrastructure suitable for AI workloads. Proficiency with digital design tools including Revit, Navisworks, and Procore or EDMS systems. Strong communication skills in English are required; Norwegian language skills are preferred but not explicit. Ability to work collaboratively across diverse, remote, and hybrid teams. Adaptable and proactive mindset suitable for startup environments.