CSA Data Center - Design & Build Lead

CSA Data Center - Design & Build LeadLocation: On-site, Atlanta, GA A confidential leader in liquid-cooled, high-density data-center infrastructure is building a flagship facility in the Atlanta metro. To steer every civil, structural, and architectural deliverable from concept through commissioning, we are hiring an accomplished CSA Data Center - Design & Build Lead. In this highly visible role, you will own design integrity, code compliance, field execution, and seamless integration with MEP and IT/OT teams for a next-generation AI/HPC campus. What You'll Tackle Lead detailed design for foundations, steel frames, mezzanines, equipment pads, and pipe supports, validating against gravity, wind, seismic, vibration, and dynamic loads. Align CSA solutions with liquid-cooling distribution, anchorage, and thermal-expansion requirements. Direct geotechnical assessments, grading plans, drainage, and site utilities. Develop layouts for high-density computing halls, support spaces, docks, and access routes, ensuring flow, maintainability, and future scalability. Specify envelope, roofing, insulation, waterproofing, fire-stopping, and penetrations for performance and durability. Champion compliance with IBC, NFPA, ASCE/ACI/AISC, ADA, and local AHJ requirements; prepare documentation for permitting, inspections, and approvals. Drive value-engineering initiatives that optimize cost, schedule, and embodied-carbon targets. Provide on-site technical direction for foundations, steel erection, envelope, and finishes; review RFIs, shop drawings, and material submittals. Oversee trenching, excavation, utility installation, and grading for design conformance and safety. Verify anchorage, fire barriers, egress, and CSA punch lists; deliver complete as-built documentation for turnover. Lead CSA risk mitigation, embed QA/QC processes, and champion OSHA best practices. What You Bring Degree in relevant engineering field (BS/MS) 7+ years delivering CSA scope for mission-critical, industrial, or data-center projects, ideally in fast-track design-build settings. Deep knowledge of building codes and standards; PE license (or eligibility) and Georgia General Contractor license preferred. Proven success coordinating with MEP disciplines and resolving field issues swiftly. Familiarity with AI/HPC, liquid-cooling, or Tier-rated facilities is a strong plus. Why Join Shape the future: Influence a ground-up, sustainability-focused data center that pushes the limits of compute density. Collaborate with visionaries: Work alongside pioneers in advanced cooling and high-density design. Grow your career: Competitive pay, robust benefits, and clear advancement pathways within a rapidly expanding organization. About Blue Signal: Blue Signal is an award-winning, executive search firm specializing in various specialties. Our recruiters have a proven track record of placing top-tier talent across industry verticals, with deep expertise in numerous professional services. Learn more at /46Gs4yS

Created: 2026-03-10