Technical Design Lead- Data Centres

AECOM
United Kingdom
Workplace: HybridFull timeFunction: Design (Product/UX/UI/Visual)Skills: ["Revit","Digital design workflows","Communication","Presentation"]

Lead and coordinate multi-disciplinary design teams across UKI and Europe on data centre projects, overseeing site due diligence through construction documentation. Ensure timely, high-quality design outputs, manage project risks, and support commercial governance while maintaining strong client relationships across high-profile, fast-paced engagements.

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Technical Design Lead- Data Centres

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Job Summary

Lead and coordinate multi-disciplinary design teams across UKI and Europe on data centre projects, overseeing site due diligence through construction documentation. Ensure timely, high-quality design outputs, manage project risks, and support commercial governance while maintaining strong client relationships across high-profile, fast-paced engagements.
Location: United Kingdom
Workplace: Hybrid
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Design (Product/UX/UI/Visual)
Seniority: Sr. Manager 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 phases of data centre projects from site due diligence, campus planning, conceptual/schematic/detailed design through to construction documentation.
  • •Ensure timely delivery of high-quality design outputs that meet client requirements and project timelines.
  • •Identify and mitigate project risks early, providing innovative and practical solutions.
  • •Support on the wider Sector and Commercial teams on commercial and contractual governance, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation.
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 in leading multi-disciplinary teams on complex data centre projects.
  • •Strong understanding of permitting processes, building systems, regulations, and construction methodologies.
  • •Willingness to travel. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
Experience:Data centreEngineeringConstruction
Skills:RevitDigital design workflowsCommunicationPresentation
Certifications:Uptime Institute Accredited Tier DesignerUptime Institute Accredited Tier Professional
Languages:English
Tech Stack:Revit

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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