Design Manager
Nscale — United Kingdom · Remote · Senior
Role description
Role Overview
The Design Manager will oversee the technical design and permitting of AI-optimized data centres across Europe. Reporting to the Development Director, these roles will be essential in ensuring our facilities are built to world-class technical standards, delivered on schedule, to budget, and adaptable to the rapidly evolving needs of AI compute.
What You Will Do
Involvement in the full lifecycle of data centre and infrastructure design — from concept development through construction drawings — Nscale’s solution is tailored to support dense AI compute, low-latency workloads, and high-efficiency operations.
Why It Might Be a Fit
Experienced – 6+ years in design or design management, preferably in data centre, mission-critical, or high-performance computing projects. Engineering Expertise - Mechanical or Electrical Design background. Permitting-Savvy – Proven experience delivering permits across European jurisdictions.
Requirements
- 6+ years in design or design management
- Mechanical or Electrical Design background
- Proven experience delivering permits across European jurisdictions
- Deep knowledge of MEP systems, high-density power, and infrastructure suited for AI compute
- Fluency in English
- Proficient with Revit, Navisworks, and BIM-based workflows