Role: Design Manager - Large Industrial Projects
Location: Sines / Lisbon
Projects: Large industrial Buildings and Construction Projects
Client: Design and Build General Contractor
As a Design Manager, you will lead the design process for large‑scale data centre construction projects. Acting as the central interface between the project team, clients, and design consultants, you will ensure that all design outputs are coordinated, compliant, and aligned with project objectives. This position demands strong technical capability, excellent stakeholder management, and the ability to deliver high‑quality outcomes within demanding timelines.
Key Responsibilities
• Design Leadership
Manage the full design lifecycle from concept through to delivery
Coordinate design activities across architects, engineers, and specialist consultants
Ensure all design solutions meet client requirements, regulatory obligations, and project specifications
• Client & Consultant Management
Serve as the primary point of contact for clients on design‑related matters
Lead workshops, design reviews, and coordination sessions with clients and consultants
Build strong, collaborative relationships to maintain alignment throughout the project
• Stakeholder Engagement
Manage expectations across clients, consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams
Communicate design progress, risks, and mitigation strategies to senior management and project teams
Resolve conflicts and drive consensus among diverse stakeholders
• Technical & Compliance
Oversee the production of technical drawings, BIM models, and design documentation
Ensure compliance with Portuguese building regulations, EU standards, and data‑centre‑specific requirements
Integrate sustainability, energy efficiency, and best‑practice design principles into project solutions
• Project Delivery
Monitor design schedules and deliverables to ensure timely completion
Support construction teams with design clarifications and technical guidance
Promote continuous improvement in design processes, tools, and methodologies
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, or construction management (Master's preferred)
Proven experience as a Design Manager on large‑scale construction projects, ideally data centres or mission‑critical facilities
Strong knowledge of CAD/BIM platforms and digital design coordination tools
Excellent understanding of Portuguese building regulations and international design standards
Demonstrated ability to manage complex stakeholder relationships across clients, consultants, and contractors
Outstanding communication, negotiation, and leadership abilities
Fluency in English (Portuguese is an advantage)
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