Goodman
Design Manager- Data Centres
Melbourne · VIC Data Centre Development · Posted 20 July 2026
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<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>About Goodman</strong></span></p>
<p><span data-teams="true">At Goodman, your career is more than just a job – it’s about growth, innovation, and making a lasting impact. Whether you’re building your career in property, data centres, finance, legal, or beyond, we value diverse perspectives and seek individuals who are passionate about driving our business forward.</span></p>
<p>As providers of essential infrastructure for the digital economy, Goodman has been developing its data centre capability since 2005. Since then, we have grown to become a large owner of powered sites globally. Our global power bank of 5.0GW includes completed facilities, secured power and potential data centre projects across 13 major international cities. This has been built up over time through our expertise in securing land, planning and power in highly sought after locations in major global cities. </p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><span data-teams="true">Design Manager - Data Centres</span></strong></span></p>
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<div class="paragraph-in-scc-markdown-text ___1ngh792 ftgm304 f1iaxwol">This role sits at the centre of design, delivery and technical coordination. You’ll work closely with our Director, Design and Product, and partner with consultants, contractors, vendors, customer technical teams and internal stakeholders to take data centre design from post-GMP through to delivery and handover.</div>
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<div class="paragraph-in-scc-markdown-text ___1ngh792 ftgm304 f1iaxwol">It’s a role for someone who understands complex building services design and can bring structure, judgement and clarity to fast-moving, high-accountability projects.</div>
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<div class="paragraph-in-scc-markdown-text ___1ngh792 ftgm304 f1iaxwol"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>What you’ll be doing:</strong></span></div>
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<div class="paragraph-in-scc-markdown-text ___1ngh792 ftgm304 f1iaxwol">You’ll lead the design management process across critical services including mechanical, electrical, hydraulics, fire, controls and integrated systems. This includes:</div>
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<li class="___ccc16d0 fje8fi8 f1ng9h0j f1bwykku f18jd3zf">Managing multidisciplinary consultants and specialist vendors</li>
<li class="___ccc16d0 fje8fi8 f1ng9h0j f1bwykku f18jd3zf">Coordinating design interfaces across development, delivery, operations and commissioning</li>
<li class="___ccc16d0 fje8fi8 f1ng9h0j f1bwykku f18jd3zf">Driving design quality, governance and technical compliance</li>
<li class="___ccc16d0 fje8fi8 f1ng9h0j f1bwykku f18jd3zf">Translating complex services issues into clear recommendations and decisions</li>
<li class="___ccc16d0 fje8fi8 f1ng9h0j f1bwykku f18jd3zf">Supporting procurement, scope definition, value optimisation and commercial outcomes</li>
<li class="___ccc16d0 fje8fi8 f1ng9h0j f1bwykku f18jd3zf">Ensuring design intent is carried through to commissioning, handover and operational readiness</li>
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<div class="paragraph-in-scc-markdown-text ___1ngh792 ftgm304 f1iaxwol"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>What we’re looking for:</strong></span></div>
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<div class="paragraph-in-scc-markdown-text ___1ngh792 ftgm304 f1iaxwol">We’re looking for someone with strong experience in data centre, mission critical, infrastructure or complex building developments.</div>
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<li class="___ccc16d0 fje8fi8 f1ng9h0j f1bwykku f18jd3zf">Advanced knowledge of data centre building services design, including critical mechanical, electrical, hydraulics, fire protection, controls and integrated systems requirements </li>
<li class="___ccc16d0 fje8fi8 f1ng9h0j f1bwykku f18jd3zf">Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Building Services or related Engineering discipline; postgraduate qualification in design management, project management or business is advantageous.</li>
<li class="___ccc16d0 fje8fi8 f1ng9h0j f1bwykku f18jd3zf">Strong understanding of hyperscale and colocation services design requirements, basis of design, resilience strategies, redundancy concepts, commissioning expectations and operational considerations.</li>
<li class="___ccc16d0 fje8fi8 f1ng9h0j f1bwykku f18jd3zf">Broad understanding of services design development and project delivery across concept, detailed design, procurement, construction, testing, commissioning and handover.</li>
<li class="___ccc16d0 fje8fi8 f1ng9h0j f1bwykku f18jd3zf">Strong knowledge of services design management, consultant administration, design programme control, BIM coordination and construction interface management.</li>
<li class="___ccc16d0 fje8fi8 f1ng9h0j f1bwykku f18jd3zf">Commercial understanding of building services design, consultant scopes, fee management, value optimisation and whole-of-life asset performance.</li>
<li class="___ccc16d0 fje8fi8 f1ng9h0j f1bwykku f18jd3zf">Working knowledge of Australian codes and standards, engineering governance, risk management, compliance obligations and authority approval processes relevant to data centre services design.</li>
<li class="___ccc16d0 fje8fi8 f1ng9h0j f1bwykku f18jd3zf">Significant experience in data centre, mission critical, infrastructure or complex building developments, including leadership across services design management and delivery phases, with particular reference to the Melbourne and Victorian AHJ requirements.</li>
<li class="___ccc16d0 fje8fi8 f1ng9h0j f1bwykku f18jd3zf">Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary building services consultants, contractors, vendors and technical stakeholders across complex projects or portfolio programs.</li>
<li class="___ccc16d0 fje8fi8 f1ng9h0j f1bwykku f18jd3zf">Experience in services design governance, consultant performance management, technical design reviews, commissioning coordination and management of complex stakeholder environments.</li>
<li class="___ccc16d0 fje8fi8 f1ng9h0j f1bwykku f18jd3zf">Strong experience in RFQ/RFP processes, consultant procurement, scope development, budget input, vendor coordination and commercial negotiations for services packages.</li>
<li class="___ccc16d0 fje8fi8 f1ng9h0j f1bwykku f18jd3zf">Experience presenting technical recommendations, design reviews and project updates to senior leaders, customers or governance forums.<br><br></li>
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<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><span data-teams="true">The Benefits</span></strong></span></p>
<p>At Goodman we know that our people are integral to our company success. That’s why we have implemented some fantastic benefits for all to experience, these include:</p>
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<li>Paid Parental Leave</li>
<li>Study assistance for postgraduate and undergraduate courses</li>
<li>Discretionary bonus scheme</li>
<li>Eligibility to participate in Goodman’s share scheme</li>
<li>Wellness program that focuses on the health and wellbeing, including exercise classes, meditation, yoga, social events, exclusive discounts, cooking classes, financial wellbeing seminars and more.</li>
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<h2><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: rgb(110, 80, 255);">About Goodman</span></h2>
<p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Goodman is a provider of essential infrastructure. We own, develop and manage high quality, sustainable logistics properties and data centres in major global cities, that are critical to the digital economy.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">We’re a collaborative team with a shared vision to make the world a better place for our customers, our investors, our people, and the communities we operate in. We value innovation, integrity, determination, and sustainability, and <span style="color: rgb(110, 80, 255);"><a href="https://au.goodman.com/about-goodman/our-purpose" target="_blank">our purpose</a> </span>is simple: to make space for greatness in everything we do.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Goodman encourages innovation at every level. We seek individuals who are eager to challenge conventional thinking, drive change, and develop new ideas that contribute to a sustainable and successful business. Your creativity and forward-thinking approach can make a tangible difference today and long into the future.</span></p>
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