Principal Civil Engineer, Data Center Engineering at Tract Capital Management

Denver, Colorado, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Mar, 26

Salary

225000.0

Posted On

22 Dec, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Civil Engineering, Data Center Operations, Sustainability Initiatives, Leadership, Technical Expertise, Problem Solving, Analytical Skills, Strategic Planning, Digital Construction Tools, BIM, Civil 3D, AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, Primavera P6, MS Office Suite

Industry

Financial Services

Description

Position Overview: The Principal Civil Engineer will be responsible for leading the design, development, and implementation of cutting-edge civil systems in highly efficient, scalable, and sustainable data centers. This role involves working with cross-functional teams to ensure best-in-class civil systems that support massive cloud operations across multiple regions. The candidate must be a leader but also a technical expert in civil engineering, with a deep understanding of data center operations, sustainability initiatives, and reliability requirements. Knowledge of all aspects of civil engineering is required. As a subject matter expert, you will have a direct impact on the design of prototypical DC facilities, provide technical guidance, solve large scale implementation issues, and be responsible for Civil Engineering design requirements Key Responsibilities: Working with multiple design and engineering professionals on concepts and build projects. Managing data center designs and features. Assisting the development of CSA Basis of Design, prototype design, and template specifications for civil engineering systems. Creating, reviewing and releasing data center Civil Engineering designs. Serve as a SME for DC design projects including; review of civil engineering designs such as roads, drainage, civil site works, bulk earthworks, cut/fill analysis, retaining walls; evaluating civil engineering design options, and assessing civil engineering calculation assumptions. Evaluating due diligence reports and creating scopes of work for geotechnical investigation testing. Creating, reviewing and releasing civil engineering design scope of work packages. Coordinate with internal and external MEP design engineers. Managing external design consultants. Work on multiple data center build projects simultaneously. Travel for site assessments, consultant selection activities, internal design meetings, construction review, interface with AHJs, design consultants, quantity surveyors, and building owners. Anticipated travel:25%. Demonstrated ability to evaluate the constructability of new technologies and determine construction methods of data center facilities. Proficient with Civil 3D, AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, Primavera P6 and MS Office Suite. Required Qualifications: Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Civil Services or a related field (master’s or Ph.D. preferred). 10+ years of Extensive experience in managing Civil design delivery across multiple projects or business units Strong technical knowledge of civil infrastructure Proven leadership and team management skills with ability to influence senior stakeholders Strong problem-solving, analytical and strategic planning skills Experience with Tier 1 contractor projects or complex multi-disciplinary programs Knowledge of sustainable Civil solutions and low-carbon design Familiarity with digital construction tools, BIM and lean methodologies Extensive knowledge of common data environments such as ACC and Procore. Preferred Qualifications: License: Professional Civil Engineering license. Experience working in global data center projects, navigating region-specific regulations and environmental conditions. Hyperscaler: Familiarity with (AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud, Oracle Cloud, and Meta) cloud providers’ data center requirements. Professional accreditation or membership of a relevant body (e.g., CIBSE, IET, Engineers Ireland) Chartered status with a relevant professional body Postgraduate qualification in building services, project management or sustainability Training in digital design, BIM management or innovative Civil technologies Key Competencies: Integrity and Ethical Standards: Build trust, ensure fairness, and foster long-term, transparent relationships with suppliers. Effective Communication: The ability to clearly convey expectations and requirements to suppliers and negotiation parties, while understanding their needs and concerns. Comfortable delivering written and verbal presentations to internal leadership teams. Emotional Intelligence (EQ): Ability to understand the emotions, cultural nuances, and motivations of others, while effectively managing one's own emotions during high-pressure negotiations. Strategic Thinking: Ability to think big picture while also managing granular details. Adaptability: Proven track record of managing change and ambiguity in a fast-paced environment. Leadership: Ability to manage cross-functional teams and external vendors. Experience with complex, multi-site projects: Manage multiple projects under tight deadlines and deliver exceptional results. Excellent communication and presentation skills: Capable of interfacing with senior leadership and diverse stakeholders. Creative problem-solver: Ability to troubleshoot and optimize system performance effectively. Working Conditions: This role requires occasional travel to data center sites across multiple regions (up to 25% travel). Ability to work in both office environments and active construction sites, adhering to all safety protocols. Expected Salary Range: $175,000 – $225,000 plus bonus. Location: Seattle, WA (Mercer Island), but will also consider candidates from Denver, CO, and Alexandria, VA. Fleet Data Centers Employment: Fleet Data Center employees enjoy competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including 100% employer-covered medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401K program, standard paid holidays, and unlimited PTO. NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the organization’s ongoing needs. Fleet Data Centers is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status. If you need assistance applying for any of our open positions, please contact us at info@fleetdatacenters.com. #li-hybrid

Responsibilities

The Principal Civil Engineer will lead the design and implementation of civil systems for data centers, collaborating with cross-functional teams. Responsibilities include managing designs, creating specifications, and evaluating civil engineering options.