Associate Director, Data Center Fire Detection & Alarms

AECOM Corporation; Medellín; On-site; COP 160,000,000 - 240,000,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking an experienced Associate Director to lead Fire Detection, Evacuation & Alarm Systems for data centers in Medellín, Colombia. You will design reliable FADS, coordinate with HVAC, electrical, and access control teams, and ensure adherence to international standards for mission-critical facilities.

The role requires advanced English, a strong background in electrical engineering, and extensive data center project experience.

Qualifications

• Experience designing fire detection and alarm systems for data centers.
• Strong knowledge of standards (Uptime Institute, NFPA, NEC/ANSI).
• Proficient in using design tools and modelers for FADS.

Responsibilities

• Design FADS for data centers with emphasis on reliability and scalability.
• Coordinate with HVAC, access control, and electrical systems for integrated operation.
• Perform risk analysis and select appropriate fire protection technologies.
• Support design decisions and review submittals and RFIs.
• Prepare drawings, schematics, and P&IDs; model in Revit; review 3D models.
• Supervise testing, commissioning, and on-site troubleshooting of FADS.

Skills

Fire protection knowledge

Data center experience

English — advanced

Revit

Education

BSc in Electrical or Electronic Engineering

Tools

Navisworks

P&IDs drafting

Job description

AECOM is seeking an experienced Associate Director to lead Fire Detection, Evacuation & Alarm Systems for data centers in Medellín, Colombia. You will design reliable FADS, coordinate with HVAC, electrical, and access control teams, and ensure adherence to international standards for mission-critical facilities.

The role requires advanced English, a strong background in electrical engineering, and extensive data center project experience.