Technical Design Lead- Data Centres

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

Lead and coordinate multi‑disciplinary design teams across UKI and Europe to deliver hyperscale, colocation and enterprise data centre projects. Oversee all design phases from due diligence to construction documentation, ensure timely, high‑quality outputs, manage project risks with innovative solutions, and collaborate with commercial teams to govern contracts while maintaining strong client relationships.

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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 to deliver hyperscale, colocation and enterprise data centre projects. Oversee all design phases from due diligence to construction documentation, ensure timely, high‑quality outputs, manage project risks with innovative solutions, and collaborate with commercial teams to govern contracts while maintaining strong client relationships.
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 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.
  • •Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines in a dynamic environment.
Experience:Data centresData centre designConstructionEngineering
Skills:CommunicationLeadershipPresentation
Certifications:Chartered EngineerUptime Institute Accredited Tier DesignerTier Professional
Languages:English
Tech Stack:RevitDigital design workflowsBMS/EPMS

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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