Technical Design Lead- Data Centres

AECOM
United Kingdom
Workplace: HybridFull timeFunction: Design (Product/UX/UI/Visual)Skills: ["Communication","Interpersonal skills","Presentation skills","Risk mitigation","Client relationship management"]

Lead the design and delivery of complex hyperscale, colocation, and enterprise data centre projects across Europe. Coordinate multi-disciplinary teams across architecture, civil/structural, MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing), ICT, BMS/EPMS, security and fire protection, taking work from site due diligence and campus planning through construction documentation. Manage design quality and timelines, identify and mitigate risks, and support sector/commercial governance while maintaining strong client relationships and presenting to stakeholders.

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Technical Design Lead- Data Centres

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Job Summary

Lead the design and delivery of complex hyperscale, colocation, and enterprise data centre projects across Europe. Coordinate multi-disciplinary teams across architecture, civil/structural, MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing), ICT, BMS/EPMS, security and fire protection, taking work from site due diligence and campus planning through construction documentation. Manage design quality and timelines, identify and mitigate risks, and support sector/commercial governance while maintaining strong client relationships and presenting to stakeholders.
Location: United Kingdom
Workplace: Hybrid
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Design (Product/UX/UI/Visual)
Seniority: Mid level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Lead and coordinate multi-disciplinary design teams (Architecture, Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Security, Fire Protection, ICT, BMS/EPMS) across UKI and Europe.
  • •Oversee all project phases from site due diligence and campus planning through conceptual/schematic/detailed design to construction documentation.
  • •Ensure timely delivery of high-quality design outputs that meet client requirements and project timelines.
  • •Identify and mitigate project risks early with innovative, practical solutions.
  • •Interface with clients and stakeholders (including Client CAM), respond to requirements, and support compliance with localisation and permitting.
Travel: Medium travel

Key Requirements

  • •Chartered Engineer or Architect (or equivalent professional qualification).
  • •Extensive experience in data centre design and/or project management.
  • •Proven experience leading multi-disciplinary teams on complex data centre projects.
  • •Strong understanding of permitting processes, building systems, regulations, and construction methodologies.
  • •Willingness to travel as required and ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.
Experience:Data centresHyperscaleColocationEnterprise projectsMulti-disciplinary design
Education:
Skills:CommunicationInterpersonal skillsPresentation skillsRisk mitigationClient relationship management
Certifications:Uptime Institute Accredited Tier DesignerUptime Institute Accredited Tier Professional
Languages:English
Tech Stack:RevitBMS/EPMSICT

Company Brief

AECOM
AECOM is a global infrastructure firm providing design, consulting, construction, and management services across transportation, buildings, water, environment, and energy sectors, delivering large-scale projects for public- and private-sector clients worldwide.
Industry: Civil Engineering
Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)
Revenue: USD 1B+
Growth: Public Company
Valuation: Public Company (Market Cap in USD)
Funding: IPO / Publicly Listed
Headquarters: Los Angeles, United States
Founded: 1990
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