Director – Data Center Design

Prologis, Inc. is the global leader in logistics real estate. In partnership with our customers and our communities, we develop modern, high-quality properties that set the standard for innovative building design and sustainability. Prologis owns or has investments in properties and development projects of ~1.2 billion square feet in 19 countries and enables 2.8% of the world’s GDP. We have committed to achieve net zero emissions by 2040. Beyond real estate, our Essentials platform optimizes the company’s global asset portfolio to provide our customers solutions that address today’s warehouse and shipping challenges. Prologis Ventures invests in logistics innovation and technology companies to modernize supply chains worldwide.

Job Title:

Director, Data Center Design

Company:

Prologis

A day in the life

As the Director, Data Center Design, you will establish and lead a multidisciplinary architectural and engineering design team to support a portfolio of hyperscale, greenfield and retrofit data center projects.

This role is responsible for overseeing the design process, promoting technical excellence, operational resilience, and cost efficiencies. The position will ensure design delivery from concept to construction completion while collaborating closely with internal stakeholders and external partners. This includes civil, structural, architectural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, telecommunication, and security experts, as well as contractors and clients. This individual will drive consistency, innovation, and compliance across all projects, fostering a high-performing team to maintain quality and achieve project goals.

The position requires a high degree of energy, passion, outgoing personality, technical competence and integrity. The person will interact daily with Prologis data center, development, and deployment teams.

Key responsibilities include:

Design Leadership

• Lead the design process for new-build and retrofit data center projects, ensuring alignment with company standards and client requirements from concept to completion. 
• Utilize and maintain design framework including standardized tools, techniques, and processes to ensure clarity and consistency across all projects.
• Ensure designs align with standards and meet project goals for functionality and performance.
• Drive innovation in design to enhance sustainability and speed-to-market.

Project Oversight

• Lead a team in executing test fits, development planning, and design milestones, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence.
• Oversee the team managing construction administration (CA) activities, upholding design integrity and resolving construction challenges related to design intent.
• Direct the implementation of effective design change management processes, ensuring alignment with reference designs and client standards.
• Define budgets, risks and scope. Track costs, both hard and soft for developments.
• Conduct design reviews and lead value engineering exercises to optimize cost and performance.
• Monitor project milestones to ensure timely delivery of design deliverables.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Ensure internal and external customer satisfaction and exceed customer’s expectations on each project.
• Present design concepts and progress updates to stakeholders, incorporating feedback into project execution.
• Facilitate coordination among real estate, and finance teams for holistic project execution.

Regulatory Compliance

• Manage zoning, entitlement, and permitting processes, ensuring timely approvals and compliance with local building codes and standards.
• Collaborate with the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) regarding requests and comments to streamline the review process.
• Manage external consultants required to streamline permitting / entitlements requirements during design.

Innovation and Quality

• Stay updated on advancements in data center design and incorporate emerging technologies into projects.
• Research design, construction alternatives, and value engineering opportunities that will drive innovation in Prologis’ developments without compromising functionality or life cycle costs.
• Conduct and maintain ongoing and post-project reviews to document lessons learned and share insights across the program.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure facilities meet design intent and quality expectations.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable codes, standards, and certifications.

Building blocks for success

Required:

• 10+ years of experience with a strong focus on data center design management.
• Experience in data center design and construction process, including greenfields and retrofits.
• Ability to travel, as necessary, to projects (approximately 30% travel).

Preferred:

• Bachelor of Science in Architecture, Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering is preferred, or equivalent experience.
• Professional licensure (Registered Architect or PE) preferred.
• Expertise in managing CSA and MEP systems design for large-scale data center projects, including MV/LV telecom and security systems.
• Knowledge in design tools such as AutoCAD, Revit/BIM, and project management software (e.g., Bluebeam, PowerPoint).
• Strong understanding of data center infrastructure, including cooling, power distribution, and fire protection systems.
• Computer proficiency: MS Project, Google Earth, ACAD viewer (in addition to general Microsoft tools).
• Self-motivated and ability to multi-task and prioritize with minimal direction.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Promote a positive, can-do attitude with a real focus on Customer satisfaction, efficiency, and effectiveness.

Hiring Salary Range of: $145,000 - $200,000. Salary and whole compensation package (bonus & LTI) to be determined by the candidate’s location, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

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People First

Each of us working at Prologis plays an essential role in the enduring success of our company. We value people who are decisive, courageous and adaptable. While we are one company, locations and departments operate with autonomy and accountability. Individuals take the initiative here.

When you join Prologis, you work shoulder to shoulder with some of the top talent in the industry to do the best work of your career. Every employee belongs. Every employee contributes. Employees advance their careers here.

As a successful global enterprise, Prologis has never lost sight of what matters most, our strong belief that our people are the most important part of our business. And because of that, we provide a generous total rewards package and take a lot of time to focus on quality management and leadership development. People come first here.

All full-time roles in the US come with a robust benefits package which includes healthcare, dental, and vision insurance for employees and eligible dependents. Prologis also offers several other wellness, financial, and work/lifestyle-specific benefits. Our 401(k) retirement plan has a company match of 50% up to 12% of eligible compensation. We also offer generous PTO with a starting accrual of 22 days a year in addition to paid holidays and volunteer time. 

All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of background verification. Prologis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religions, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Employment Type:

Full time

Location:

Dallas, Texas

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