Design Manager

Senior Design Manager - Data Centres 
**Location:** Lagos, port Harcourt, Nigeria

Key Responsibilities

• Design Leadership:

• Lead and own the design process for a portfolio of data centre projects, including:
• New builds
• Phased expansions
• Retrofits and upgrades
• Acquisition conversions

• Technical Oversight:

• Ensure compliance with Equinix standards and local regulations.
• Select mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Apply best practices in mission-critical design and cost management.

• Stakeholder Management:

• Manage relationships with architectural, mechanical, and electrical partners (MEPs).
• Oversee design consultants and equipment suppliers.
• Escalate issues when partner performance does not meet expectations.

• Standardization & Innovation:

• Contribute to the development of global design tools and processes.
• Promote consistency and technical excellence across regions.
• Evaluate innovations and their applicability across global projects.

• Site-Specific Planning:

• Assess utility availability, infrastructure design, and site logistics.
• Liaise with planning authorities and manage construction phasing.

Qualifications & Skills

• Strong background in architecture, engineering, or construction management.
• Deep understanding of data centre infrastructure and critical systems.
• Proven experience managing complex design projects and cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to think globally and act regionally.

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.