Design Manager

Job Description

In this role, you will manage assigned portions of the design process for both new builds and retrofit projects. You'll support the delivery of design documentation, provide technical coordination, and assist with early-stage due diligence. The ideal candidate has strong technical knowledge in MEP systems, the ability to manage multiple design packages simultaneously, and a passion for delivering best-in-class data center infrastructure.

You will work under the direction of senior team members and collaborate closely with OCI's engineering, construction, and operations teams to ensure project success.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities :

Support the full lifecycle of design activities for data center projects, including planning, consultant coordination, and design review

Assist with the development and tracking of project design schedules and deliverables

Review consultant design packages (SD, DD, IFC) for alignment with OCI standards and technical requirements

Coordinate with internal teams including construction, operations, and network infrastructure

Support technical due diligence for lease and greenfield opportunities

Identify design risks, escalate issues, and help drive resolution in coordination with senior design leads

Provide QA / QC on design submissions and support compliance with Oracle's documentation standards

Participate in internal design reviews and cross-functional design workshops

Help maintain internal design templates, standards, and technical documentation.

Required Qualifications :

Bachelor's degree in architecture, Engineering, or related technical discipline; PE or RA license is a plus

4+ years of experience supporting design for data centers or mission-critical facilities

Working knowledge of MEP systems and infrastructure planning for large-scale technical buildings

Familiarity with design documentation phases (BOD, SD, DD, IFC) and permitting processes

Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Detail-oriented with strong organizational and coordination abilities

Proficient in Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, and CAD or BIM platforms (e.g., Revit)

Understanding of applicable codes, industry standards (ASHRAE, Uptime), and design best practices.

Preferred Qualifications :

Experience working with colocation providers or on developer-led data center projects

Exposure to international projects or hyperscale cloud infrastructure requirements

Familiarity with BIM coordination workflows and design management tools (e.g., ACC, Newforma)

LEED accreditation or familiarity with sustainable design practices

Disclaimer :

Certain US customer or client-facing roles may be required to comply with applicable requirements, such as immunization and occupational health mandates.

Range and benefit information provided in this posting are specific to the stated locations only

US : Hiring Range in USD from : $120,100 to $251,600 per annum. May be eligible for bonus, equity, and compensation deferral.

Oracle maintains broad salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions and locations, as well as reflect Oracle's differing products, industries and lines of business.

Candidates are typically placed into the range based on the preceding factors as well as internal peer equity.

Oracle US offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes the following :

Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including expert medical opinion

Short term disability and long term disability

Life insurance and AD&D

Supplemental life insurance (Employee / Spouse / Child)

Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts

Pre-tax commuter and parking benefits

401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company match

Paid time off : Flexible Vacation is provided to all eligible employees assigned to a salaried (non-overtime eligible) position. Accrued Vacation is provided to all other employees eligible for vacation benefits. For employees working at least 35 hours per week, the vacation accrual rate is 13 days annually for the first three years of employment and 18 days annually for subsequent years of employment. Vacation accrual is prorated for employees working between 20 and 34 hours per week. Employees working fewer than 20 hours per week are not eligible for vacation.

11 paid holidays

Paid sick leave : 72 hours of paid sick leave upon date of hire. Refreshes each calendar year. Unused balance will carry over each year up to a maximum cap of 112 hours.

Paid parental leave

Adoption assistance

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Financial planning and group legal

Voluntary benefits including auto, homeowner and pet insurance

The role will generally accept applications for at least three calendar days from the posting date or as long as the job remains posted.

Career Level - IC5

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