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Who are we?
Equinix is the world's digital infrastructure company, operating over 250 data centersacross the globe. Digital leaders harness Equinix's trusted platform to bring together and interconnect foundational infrastructure at software speed. Equinix enables organizations to access all the right places, partners and possibilities to scale with agility, speed the launch of digital services, deliver world-class experiences and multiply their value, while supporting their sustainability goals. Joining our operations team means that you will be at the forefront of all we do, maintaining critical facilities infrastructure as part of a close-knit team delivering best-in-class service to our data center customers. We embrace diversity in thought and contribution and are committed to providingan equitable work environment that is foundational to our core values as a company and is vital to our success. Job Summary
The Director, Design Delivery leads a team of multi-disciplinary engineers and architects and is responsible for a portfolio of data center projects within a sub-region or global sub-function. These projects can include: new construction, phased expansion, retrofits and upgrades, acquisition conversions, and mechanical and electrical equipment selections. They are an industry recognized leader on data center design and an experienced team leader. The Director, Design critically assesses design decisions across disciplines and applies required Equinix standards and country specific regulations to make the best design choices for their assigned sub-region. They manage and provide guidance to more junior staff on the relationship and output of key design partners and equipment suppliers for their assigned projects and lead the relationship management with such partners. Responsibilities Personnel Management
Manages a team of multi-disciplinary design project staff to manage and deliver a portfolio of world-class data center designs on time and to budget Effectively communicates with internal technical staff and external design consulting partners to ensure designs meet Equinix's Global Design Standards Mentors those that work for them or in related design delivery teams to ensure the design delivery function grows in line with the Company's needs and continues to lead the industry
Design Process
Ensures proper execution of the design process and interacts with key consulting and construction partners to deliver world class data centers with a strong focus on cost management Acts as a key stakeholder in the decisions about the choice of design partners and for individual assignment to projects Manages internal and external resources by way of their influence, outstanding interpersonal skills and industry-recognized competencies
Cross-Functional Coordination
Works cross-functionally to ensure accurate tracking of all design construction projects from inception, due diligence, Basis of Design (BOD) creation, and Real Estate Investment Committee (REIC) presentation through to successful close-out, with specific focus on the on-time delivery of their department's outputs Maintains positive relationships with design partners and subcontractors to ensure transparency, high quality and on-time delivery of projects meeting Equinix's design standards Works closely with Asset Management, Real Estate, Construction, and Capacity Management to manage the overall design portfolio, ensuring projects are prioritized to meet commercial requirements and deliver on-time technically exemplary designs consistent with our global design standards
Project Management
Manages the complete portfolio of assigned design works within the sub-region or global sub-function Manages the allocation of projects to staff members based on skills and the needs of the portfolio Responsible for the management of departmental schedules for assigned projects to ensure on time creation and review of BODs, REIC Submissions, and design documentation as needed
In the Regional role
Reviews design budgets, with the aid of the commercial management team, and controls change management requests during the construction phase in consultation with the Construction Manager and Center of Excellence staffs
In the Center of Excellence function
Design Oversight In the Regional role:
In the Center of Excellence role
Qualifications
7+ years management experience preferred 10+ years experience in a Design MEP Firm or in the design team of a Mission Critical Building operator or subcontractor, OR 10+ years experience as an Architectural lead in a Mission Critical Architectural Design Practice preferred MSc in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering OR MSc in Architecture is preferred, BSc acceptable or extensive and demonstrable experience in role, Architects to hold RA or AIA PE desirable but not essential
The United States targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are:
* San Francisco, CA / Bay Area: $160,000 to $273,000 per year
* California (Non-SF/Bay Area), Connecticut, Maryland, New York, New Jersey, Washington state: $153,000 to $261,000 per year
* Colorado, Nevada, Rhode Island: $139,000 to $237,000 per year
Our pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full-time position determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training.
This position may be offered in other locations. Your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
The targeted pay range listed reflects the base pay only and does not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Employees are eligible for bonus, and equity may be offered depending on the position.
As an employee, you become important to Equinix's success. Details about our company benefits can be found at the following link:
USA Benefits eBook Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form. Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.
The United States targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are:
* San Francisco, CA / Bay Area: $160,000 to $273,000 per year
* California (Non-SF/Bay Area), Connecticut, Maryland, New York, New Jersey, Washington state: $153,000 to $261,000 per year
* Colorado, Nevada, Rhode Island: $139,000 to $237,000 per year
Our pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full-time position determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training.
This position may be offered in other locations. Your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
The targeted pay range listed reflects the base pay only and does not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Employees are eligible for bonus, and equity may be offered depending on the position.
As an employee, you become important to Equinix's success. Details about our company benefits can be found at the following link:
USA Benefits eBook |
Equinix
Dec 22, 2024