About Yondr

Yondr is a disruptor. We challenge convention and simplify complexity. A global developer, owner operator and service provider of data centers, we deliver complex data center capacity needs for the world’s largest tech companies. Our exponential growth sees us looking for extraordinary people to help accelerate us towards our vision: a tomorrow without constraints. 

But we can’t do this without you.

About the Role 

Yondr is looking for a talented and experienced Technical subject Matter Expert (SME) – A Controls & Building Management systems design/engineer that will join the DCX (Data Centre Execution) team to provide engineering design expert input to ensure our portfolio of projects is compliant against our design parameters relating to controls, monitoring and data systems and that of our tenants and operational requirements, and compliant also with local code.

The Controls & BMS SME will play a critical role in shaping Yondr’s current and next‑generation digital infrastructure platforms, supporting both Hyperscale/Cloud and AI compute environments. The role focuses on ensuring standardisation, interoperability, resilience, cyber security, energy visibility, and operational readiness of BMS, EPMS, and associated controls architectures.

Working closely with the Global VP Design, Regional Design Directors, Operations, Commissioning, and Digital teams, the SME will lead the development and application of global controls strategies and standards, while supporting live projects from early concept through to handover and operations.

You will also work closely with project managers, design engineers, consultants, contractors and commercial teams to ensure the successful delivery and ongoing operation of our in-flight projects-  globally (AMERS/EMEA).
As a global role-  the role will require work across both regions across our project portfolio – so travel and working on/from projects in region will be anticipated.

The role will also see the successful candidate engaged and working in partnership with various business functions and initiatives within DCX design,  including input to the development and land acquisition where requried, bid phase support where required, and assisting our construction delivery team through to operations to drive technical excellence  and compliant to client SoQ and Yondr reference design parameters during the full life cycle of our data centers.  

Main Responsibilities 

• Act as Yondr’s global authority for Controls, BMS, and EPMS systems, ensuring consistent application of standards across all regions.
• Develop, maintain, and own global BMS / Controls reference designs, Basis of Design (BoD) strategies, and technical specifications.
• Working in partnership with the Global and regional design directorship, reporting directly under the Global VP Design, you will be collaborating with and managing our consulting partners to produce and develop BoD strategies, reference designs and  global/regional standards.  
• Collaborate as part of the bench of technical expert SME within Yondr to ensure that appropriate standards in design and in management and behaviours are consistently delivered.  You will be a team-player, sensitive to your peers and to ensuring that through collaboration best solutions can be found that consider the issues through all project phases, including in operation.
• Oversee live projects through to detailed design and sign-off the BMS/Controls and integration systems in accordance with our global standards. 
• Define and govern integration strategies across:
   - BMS
   - EPMS
   - DCIM
  - Fire & life safety interfaces
  - OT/IT networks
• Support the development of data strategies to enable energy optimisation, fault detection, performance monitoring, and future AI‑driven analytics.
• Collaborate with Operations and Digital teams to ensure systems are operationally intuitive and aligned with long‑term asset management.
• Undertake reviews at key project stage gateways to ensure the mechanical systems are of the highest standards, fit for purpose, buildable and cost effective. 
• Support various business initiatives including the continuous improvement of our global design standards and innovations for future technologies. 
• Support the development team & utilities/power teams in Yondr in utilities planning & procurement.  
• Engage with the supply chain to challenge the ‘norm’ and develop innovative solutions to provide the world class product considering: technical performance, resilience, energy efficiency, buildability, scalability, maintainability. 
• Continuously increase your knowledge of data center services, systems and components through involvement with manufacturing, construction, installation, commissioning and operations to drive greater design standards.  
• Support the business in identifying opportunities to improve site infrastructure and reduce our power usage effectiveness. 
• Lead technical aspect of  providing specific related technical input to our customers working in collaboration with the project design manager/regional design management team.

Qualifications and experience 

• Expert knowledge and extensive experience with BMS and Controls & integration systems including BMS, EPMS, DCIM, Fire and Life Safety and OT/IT networks , from source to outlet, and from design to operations– all aspects of BMS and Controls engineering for mission-critical are essential to the role as Technical SME to assist Yondr in informing and shaping our design delivery and design compliance to our standards and those of our tenant/clients.
• Proven DC/Mission critical focused experience in managing and delivering in controls systems  for data centres including BMS architectures, EPMS, Field Devices and instrumentation, netrwork and communications protocols (eg. BACnet, Modbus, IP-Based systems)
• Understanding in depth of the commissioning processes relating to Data Centre delivery, and all stages of the quality/integration processes from FWT to full tagging to IST / RFS.
• Fundamental knowledge of Electrical, Mechanical  ICT, security, architecture, civil and structural disciplines to enable effective cross discipline coordination and agreement of key interfaces. 
• Knowledge of operational / FM systems including  interfaces
• Good commercial acumen with understanding of commercial impacts to technical decision making from capex to opex
• Be professional and personable with the ability to lead meetings, workshops and presentations both upstream to end customers and downstream to supply chain partners. You will be working in a team and you need to be a communicator and collaborator who will be able to form trusting relationships and interact at all times professionally with your colleagues, peers and our end clients.
• Fundamental knowledge of electrical codes internationally, and at minimum in detail for a region (AMERS/EMEA) and ability to understand and ensure cross-regional compliance in design and delivery for Electrical and associated electrical systems is assured
• Degree qualified in Engineering or equivalent is required.  Alternatively, demonstrate your equivalency in qualifications to this level
• Ing. or Chartered Engineer or working towards accreditation.
• Uptime Institute or other industry approved accreditation preferred.
• Member of ASHRAE/ IEE or other professional organizations preferred.
• BIM conversant – able to use Navisworks to navigate and interrogate 3d information
• Experience in managing working relationships (internal & external) with cross-cultural experience, and encourage an approach to diversity within the team

At Yondr, we want to enhance the diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging of our workforce to reflect the world we live in. Our roles are potential opportunities for everyone; all interested parties, regardless of nationality, race, ethnicity, religion, age, sexual orientation, or gender, are welcome to apply. We ensure all candidates have equitable access and consideration throughout the hiring process.

Yondr is committed to fostering a welcoming, safe and inclusive work environment. We provide support through our benefits, which are inclusive of all backgrounds.

About Yondr

Yondr is a disruptor. We challenge convention and simplify complexity. A global developer, owner operator and service provider of data centers, we deliver complex data center capacity needs for the world’s largest tech companies. Our exponential growth sees us looking for extraordinary people to help accelerate us towards our vision: a tomorrow without constraints. 

But we can’t do this without you.

About the Role 

Yondr is looking for a talented and experienced Technical subject Matter Expert (SME) – An Electrical systems design/engineer that will join the DCX (Data Centre Execution) team to provide engineering design expert input to ensure our portfolio of projects is compliant against our design parameters and that of our tenants and compliant also with local code.

The ideal candidate will be engaged in the design of Yondr’s current and future generation of data center products targeted at both the Hyperscale/Cloud and AI compute markets by pushing innovation and influencing, advising and ensuring compliance in  technical standards and specifications. 

To ensure that Yondr’s  design requirements  and that of our tenants are incorporated into our current and future developments, as SME, you will work closely with the Global VP Design and Regional Design Directors, and where required, manage teams of consulting partners to provide industry standard compliant solutions that are both innovative and cutting edge.
You will also work closely with project managers, design engineers, consultants, contractors and commercial teams to ensure the successful delivery and ongoing operation of our in-flight projects-  globally (AMERS/EMEA).
As a global role-  the role will require work across both regions across our project portfolio – so travel and working on/from projects in region will be anticipated.

The role will also see the successful candidate engaged and working in partnership with various business functions and initiatives within DCX design,  including input to the development and land acquisition where requried, bid phase support where required, and assisting our construction delivery team through to operations to drive technical excellence  and compliant to client SoQ and Yondr reference design parameters during the full life cycle of our data centers.  

Main Responsibilities 

• Working in partnership with the Global and regional design directorship, reporting directly under the Global VP Design, you will be collaborating with and managing our consulting partners to produce and develop BoD strategies, reference designs and  global/regional standards. 
• Collaborate as part of the bench of technical expert SME within Yondr to ensure that appropriate standards in design and in management and behaviors are consistently delivered.  You will be a team-player, sensitive to your peers and to ensuring that through collaboration best solutions can be found that consider the issues through all project phases, including in operation.
• Oversee live projects through to detailed design and sign-off the Electrical systems in accordance with our global standards. 
• Undertake reviews at key project stage gateways to ensure the Electrical systems are of the highest standards, fit for purpose, buildable and cost effective. 
• Support various business initiatives including the continuous improvement of our global design standards and innovations for future technologies. 
• Support the development team & utilities/power teams in Yondr in utilities planning & procurement.  
• Engage with the supply chain to challenge the ‘norm’ and develop innovative solutions to provide the world class product considering: technical performance, resilience, energy efficiency, buildability, scalability, maintainability. 
• Continuously increase your knowledge of data center services, systems and components through involvement with manufacturing, construction, installation, commissioning and operations to drive greater design standards.  
• Support the business in identifying opportunities to improve site infrastructure and reduce our power usage effectiveness. 
• Lead technical aspect of  providing specific related technical input to our customers working in collaboration with the project design manager/regional design management team.

Qualifications and experience 

• Expert knowledge and extensive experience with Electrical systems including HV/MV/LV systems architecture, from source to outlet-  from generation and power to site, to the finite electrical interfaces at rack and desk – all aspects of electrical engineering for mission-critical are essential to the role as Technical SME to assist Yondr in informing and shaping our design delivery and design compliance to our standards and those of our tenant/clients.
• Proven DC/Mission critical focused experience in managing and delivering in electrical systems  
• Fundamental knowledge of Electrical, Mechanical  ICT, security, architecture, civil and structural disciplines to enable effective cross discipline coordination and agreement of key interfaces. 
• Knowledge of BMS, fire alarms, fire suppression systems and acoustics required
• Good commercial acumen with understanding of commercial impacts to technical decision making from capex to opex
• Be professional and personable with the ability to lead meetings, workshops and presentations both upstream to end customers and downstream to supply chain partners. You will be working in a team and you need to be a communicator and collaborator who will be able to form trusting relationships and interact at all times professionally with your colleagues, peers and our end clients.
• Fundamental knowledge of electrical codes internationally, and at minimum in detail for a region (AMERS/EMEA) and ability to understand and ensure cross-regional compliance in design and delivery for Electrical and associated electrical systems is assured
• Understanding in depth of the commissioning processes relating to Data Centre delivery, and all stages of the quality/integration processes from FWT to full tagging to IST / RFS.
• Degree qualified in Engineering or equivalent is required.  Alternatively, demonstrate your equivalency in qualifications to this level
• Ing. or Chartered Engineer or working towards accreditation. 
• Uptime Institute or other industry approved accreditation preferred. 
• Member of ASHRAE/ IEE or other professional organizations preferred. 
• BIM conversant – able to use Navisworks to navigate and interrogate 3d information
• Experience in managing working relationships (internal & external) with cross-cultural experience, and encourage an approach to diversity within the team

At Yondr, we want to enhance the diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging of our workforce to reflect the world we live in. Our roles are potential opportunities for everyone; all interested parties, regardless of nationality, race, ethnicity, religion, age, sexual orientation, or gender, are welcome to apply. We ensure all candidates have equitable access and consideration throughout the hiring process.

Yondr is committed to fostering a welcoming, safe and inclusive work environment. We provide support through our benefits, which are inclusive of all backgrounds.

About Yondr

Yondr is a disruptor. We challenge convention and simplify complexity. A global developer, owner operator and service provider of data centers, we deliver complex data center capacity needs for the world’s largest tech companies. Our exponential growth sees us looking for extraordinary people to help accelerate us towards our vision: a tomorrow without constraints. 

But we can’t do this without you.

About the Role 

Yondr is looking for a talented and experienced Technical subject Matter Expert (SME) – A Mechanical systems experienced design/engineer that will join the DCX (Data Centre Execution) team to provide engineering design expert input to ensure our portfolio of projects is compliant against our design parameters and that of our tenants and compliant also with local code.

The ideal candidate will be engaged in the design of Yondr’s current and future generation of data center products targeted at both the Hyperscale/Cloud and AI compute markets by pushing innovation and influencing, advising and ensuring compliance in  technical standards and specifications. 

To ensure that Yondr’s  design requirements  and that of our tenants are incorporated into our current and future developments, as SME, you will work closely with the Global VP Design and Regional Design Directors, and where required, manage teams of consulting partners to provide industry standard compliant solutions that are both innovative and cutting edge.
You will also work closely with project managers, design engineers, consultants, contractors and commercial teams to ensure the successful delivery and ongoing operation of our in-flight projects-  globally (AMERS/EMEA).
As a global role-  the role will require work across both regions across our project portfolio – so travel and working on/from projects in region will be anticipated.

The role will also see the successful candidate engaged and working in partnership with various business functions and initiatives within DCX design,  including input to the development and land acquisition where requried, bid phase support where required, and assisting our construction delivery team through to operations to drive technical excellence  and compliant to client SoQ and Yondr reference design parameters during the full life cycle of our data centers.  

Main Responsibilities 

• Working in partnership with the Global and regional design directorship, reporting directly under the Global VP Design, you will be collaborating with and managing our consulting partners to produce and develop BoD strategies, reference designs and  global/regional standards.  
• Collaborate as part of the bench of technical expert SME within Yondr to ensure that appropriate standards in design and in management and behaviours are consistently delivered.  You will be a team-player, sensitive to your peers and to ensuring that through collaboration best solutions can be found that consider the issues through all project phases, including in operation.
• Oversee live projects through to detailed design and sign-off the mechanical systems in accordance with our global standards. 
• Undertake reviews at key project stage gateways to ensure the mechanical systems are of the highest standards, fit for purpose, buildable and cost effective. 
• Support various business initiatives including the continuous improvement of our global design standards and innovations for future technologies. 
• Support the development team & utilities/power teams in Yondr in utilities planning & procurement.  
• Engage with the supply chain to challenge the ‘norm’ and develop innovative solutions to provide the world class product considering: technical performance, resilience, energy efficiency, buildability, scalability, maintainability. 
• Continuously increase your knowledge of data center services, systems and components through involvement with manufacturing, construction, installation, commissioning and operations to drive greater design standards.  
• Support the business in identifying opportunities to improve site infrastructure and reduce our power usage effectiveness. 
• Lead technical aspect of  providing specific related technical input to our customers working in collaboration with the project design manager/regional design management team.

Qualifications and experience 

• Expert knowledge and extensive experience with mechanical systems including air, refrigerant and water based cooling and heating systems, ventilation systems, hot and cold water services systems, process water systems and treatment, surface and foul water drainage systems. 
• Proven DC/Mission critical focused experience  
• Knowledge of BMS, fire suppression systems and acoustics preferred, but not necessary. 
• Basic knowledge of electrical, ICT, security, architecture, civil and structural disciplines to enable effective cross discipline coordination and agreement of key interfaces. 
• Understanding in depth of the commissioning processes relating to Data Centre delivery, and all stages of the quality/integration processes from FWT to full tagging to IST / RFS.
• Good commercial acumen with understanding of commercial impacts to technical decision making from capex to opex
• Be professional and personable with the ability to lead meetings, workshops and presentations both upstream to end customers and downstream to supply chain partners. You will be working in a team and you need to be a communicator and collaborator who will be able to form trusting relationships and interact at all times professionally with your colleagues, peers and our end clients.
• Degree qualified in Engineering or equivalent is required.  Alternatively, demonstrate your equivalency in qualifications to this level
• Ing. or Chartered Engineer or working towards accreditation. 
• Uptime Institute or other industry approved accreditation preferred. 
• Member of ASHRAE or other professional organizations preferred. 
• BIM conversant – able to use Navisworks to navigate and interrogate 3d information
• Experience in managing working relationships (internal & external) with cross-cultural experience, and encourage an approach to diversity within the team
• Expert knowledge and extensive experience with mechanical systems including air, refrigerant and water based cooling and heating systems, ventilation systems, hot and cold water services systems, process water systems and treatment, surface and foul water drainage systems. 

At Yondr, we want to enhance the diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging of our workforce to reflect the world we live in. Our roles are potential opportunities for everyone; all interested parties, regardless of nationality, race, ethnicity, religion, age, sexual orientation, or gender, are welcome to apply. We ensure all candidates have equitable access and consideration throughout the hiring process.

Yondr is committed to fostering a welcoming, safe and inclusive work environment. We provide support through our benefits, which are inclusive of all backgrounds.

Job title:  Senior / Lead Design Manager EMEA

Based: London / Flexible

About Yondr 

Yondr is a disruptor. We challenge convention and simplify complexity. A global developer, owner operator and service provider of data centers, we deliver complex data center capacity needs for the world’s largest tech companies. Our strong growth sees us looking for extraordinary people to help accelerate us towards our vision: a tomorrow without constraints. 

But we can’t do this without you.

About the Role

You will lead the full design lifecycle for hyperscale data centre projects—from early due diligence to handover—managing BIM, Information Management, technical compliance and the coordination of consultant and vendors design. You’ll apply Yondr’s global design standards, support site selection, contribute to procurement activities, and guide the technical design process through all stages. The role requires proven data centre design leadership, technical know-how, strong BIM/CDE experience, European planning and permitting knowledge (ideally Germany or Spain), excellent stakeholder communication and the ability to manage fast-paced, multidisciplinary teams across mainland Europe.

/ Lead and manage the full design lifecycle for hyperscale data centre projects, from technical due diligence through to turnover.

/ Coordinate all design activities with internal teams, external consultants, contractors and vendors.

/ Oversee BIM, model coordination, clash detection and federated model reviews.

/ Support site selection and preconstruction activities alongside Development and DCX teams.

/ Ensure design deliverables meet Yondr’s global standards, compliance requirements and project timelines.

/ Manage planning, permitting and regulatory requirements across European markets.

/ Drive continuous improvement in design processes, digital standards, sustainability, quality and safety-in-design.

/ Provide technical leadership on design change control, value engineering and commercial impacts.

/ Lead design-related procurement activities including prequalification, tender reviews and vendor coordination.

/ Monitor design performance, identify issues and track close-out using IRS and other Yondr tools.

/ Support construction teams by resolving design queries to prevent programme delays.

/ Manage client compliance processes from Scope of Quality (SoQ) through to turnover.

/ Communicate key design issues and project status to Regional Design Directors and SLT.

What You’ll Bring

/ 10+ years’ experience delivering highly serviced buildings, ideally hyperscale data centres or mission-critical facilities.

/ Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical and ICT systems and their integration.

/ Proven track record leading design or technical delivery on large-scale DC projects.

/ Degree-level qualification in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or related discipline.

/ Expert knowledge of design and construction processes, planning and permitting across European markets.

/ Strong commercial awareness including change management, risk management and cost impacts.

/ Hands-on experience with BIM, CDE/EDMS systems and tools such as Navisworks.

/ Excellent organisational skills with the ability to set up and manage digital design environments.

/ Outstanding communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence across disciplines and cultures in a collaborative and positive manner.

/ Experience working in Germany or Spain is highly desirable.

/ A collaborative mindset, proactive problem-solving approach and commitment to technical excellence.

At Yondr, we want to enhance the diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging of our workforce to reflect the world we live in. Our roles are potential opportunities for everyone; all interested parties, regardless of nationality, race, ethnicity, religion, age, sexual orientation, or gender, are welcome to apply. We ensure all candidates have equitable access and consideration throughout the hiring process.

Yondr is committed to fostering a welcoming, safe and inclusive work environment. We provide support through our benefits, which are inclusive of all backgrounds.