Design Manager

atNorth is a leading Nordic data center company providing cost-effective, scalable high-density colocation and built-to-suit services to industry-leading organizations across Iceland, Sweden, Finland, and Denmark.

With sustainability at our core, our data centers run on renewable energy and are designed according to circular economy principles. Through innovative design, power efficiency, and intelligent operations, we deliver reliable, secure, and high-performance infrastructure.

Headquartered in Reykjavik, Iceland, atNorth operates eight data centers across the Nordics, with additional sites under development in Finland, Denmark, and Sweden.

We combine world-class technology with a people-first culture built on collaboration, ownership, and trust, empowering our teams to grow, take responsibility, and make a real impact.

By joining our international team, you will help shape the future of sustainable digital infrastructure.

As our Design Manager, you will lead the technical and commercial delivery of design and build-out projects for atNorth’s state-of-the-art data centers in Finland and other Nordic countries. Working closely with our Development, Procurement, and Engineering teams, you’ll ensure standardization, quality, and sustainability are embedded in every stage of our development process.

This is a key role where your decisions will directly influence the performance, reliability, and environmental impact of our data centers.

Design Manager at atNorth

• Lead and implement atNorth’s standard design and infrastructure solutions across Nordic sites.
• Act as the technical and commercial expert throughout project lifecycles.
• Oversee and manage the all design phases and support construction, ensuring alignment with gating, cost, sustainability, and HSE processes.
• Coordinate external A&E consultants and internal stakeholders to deliver efficient, cost-optimized solutions.
• Assist site selection by evaluating brownfield/greenfield opportunities and master planning.
• Review Capex budgets and assess technical risk in expansion, retrofits, or new builds.
• Support technical incident investigations and drive continuous design improvements.
• Ensure sustainability opportunities are prioritized and environmental impact is minimized.
  
  

About You:

• 5–7 years of experience in relevant engineering fields such as civils/structural/architectural (CSA) or mechanical/electrical/plumbing (MEP)
• Experience in infrastructure or construction projects (preferably data centers)
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in relevant engineering disciplines (CSA or MEP)
• Understanding of data center equipment and critical infrastructure
• Basic knowledge of building management systems and CSA/MEP engineering (depending on which relevant engineering area is covered by a degree)
• Familiar with project and design management processes across multiple stakeholders, internal and external
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Fluent in English; Finnish is an asset
• Proactive, self-driven, and adaptable mindset
• Willingness to travel across the Nordics, including outside regular business hours
• Background check is conducted to all our employees
  
  

What we offer:

• Weekly office breakfast on Wednesdays and daily snacks at the office
• Regular team events to stay connected and have fun
• Lunch and recreational benefits
• Extensive occupational health care
• Accident insurance covering your free time
• Holiday accrual of 2,5 days from the beginning of tenure
• Newest model of Iphone or Samsung for work phone
• Supportive and friendly colleagues across international teams
• A chance to contribute to something meaningful
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth within the organisation
  
  

The wellbeing of our employees is a top priority, and we want everyone to feel valued.

We foster an open and transparent company culture, supported by active and ongoing communication. Monthly wellbeing surveys and regular one-to-one meetings provide us with valuable insights into how our team is feeling and where we can improve. Every week, we also come together for a shared breakfast at the office—because sometimes, the best ideas (and conversations) happen over coffee and croissants.