DLR Group · 5 hours ago
National Mission Critical Design Leader
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expDLR Group is an integrated design firm dedicated to enhancing the human experience through design. They are seeking a Mission Critical Design Leader to manage project document development and coordinate with project teams for high-performance environments such as data centers and industrial projects.
Architecture
No H1B
Responsibilities
Lead & Inspire Design Excellence Champion design quality and innovation across mission-critical project types, setting vision from concept through completion
Elevate human-centered, resilient, and high-performance design principles tailored to secure and technology-driven environments
Engage in internal and external thought leadership to advance design excellence in the mission-critical market
Mentor & Grow Design Talent Inspire and mentor multidisciplinary design teams, fostering curiosity, creativity, accountability, and technical confidence
Support and develop emerging design leaders across studios and regions
Model collaboration and knowledge-sharing to strengthen practice-wide design culture
Advance Technical Execution Lead integrated design teams to deliver coordinated, high-performance solutions
Balance design excellence with mission-critical performance requirements, including redundancy, resiliency, security, and uptime
Drive quality assurance, documentation excellence, and adherence to DLR Group standards
Engage Clients & Build Trusted Partnerships Cultivate strong relationships with sophisticated clients and technical stakeholders
Translate complex operational, security, and reliability expectations into thoughtful, scalable solutions
Confidently communicate design strategy, vision, and technical rationale in both client-facing and internal settings
Collaborate Strategically Partner with Market Sector leadership to support practice growth, innovation, and strategic pursuits
Work closely with Project Managers to align design intent with scope, schedule, and performance goals
Strengthen and reinforce DLR Group’s integrated design culture through shared accountability and transparent communication
Qualification
Required
10+ years of experience as a Project Architect or Project Engineer working on Data Center, Industrial, Warehouse Distribution, and Office projects, with 5+ years working on 10+ MW Data Center buildings
Bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, or a related field
Proficient in the use of REVIT and CAD computer modeling and rendering software
The ability to travel occasionally to support project tasks
Licensed Architect or Engineer
Must be eligible to work in the United States without needing a work visa or residency sponsorship
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Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Disability
Wellness programs
Flex spending
Paid holidays
Paid time off
401(k) plan
Employee stock ownership
Bonus opportunities
Company
DLR Group
DLR Group is a full-service design business that specializes in new construction architecture, engineering, interior design, and planning.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Steven McKay
Chief Executive Officer
Amy Riley
Architect
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