Data Centre – Design Manager (m/f/d) MEP / Architectural Background

AECOM; Kaiserslautern; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working environment

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional development programs

Job summary

A leading global infrastructure firm is seeking a Design Manager for projects in the German market. The role requires managing multidisciplinary design teams and ensuring timely delivery while adhering to client requirements. Ideal candidates will have strong project and design management experience, with proficiency in both German and English. This position offers a hybrid work environment, along with competitive benefits and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Must have DC experience in a design management position.
• Ability to manage deadlines effectively.
• Excellent communication skills are crucial.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to manage deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage design in a fast-paced project environment.
• Collaborate with cross-regional teams.
• Assist in bids for multidisciplinary opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with internal and local governance.

Skills

Design Management

Project Management

Communication Skills

Multidisciplinary Coordination

Contractual German

English

Education

Senior Multidisciplinary Design Manager

Job description

Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of nearly 51,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

AECOM has a multidisciplinary team working with Data Centre clients across both Hyperscale and Colocation and Enterprise projects across Western Europe. This job opening focusses on the German Market, seeking someone with a strong Design Management background in the local DC sector. This will require deep engagement to materialize and to ensure and timely delivery, meeting the recurring clients’ deadlines, budget and requirements. The design manager identifies the right level and capability of resources to be deployed on the project. It is the design manager’s responsibility to ensure the right level of bidding and pricing of new opportunities ensuring they are delivered as sold fees and margins. Thus, implying Project Management capabilities.

Job Responsibilities

• Design Management in a high paced project environment in the German market
• Covering multidisciplinary cross regional teams of CSA & MEP
• Assisting bids commercially and technically for multi-disciplinary opportunities with key clients
• Ensuring all internal as well as local regulatory governance is followed: both at bid stage and throughout the delivery of projects

Qualifications

• Senior Multidisciplinary Design Manager (MEP / Architectural Background)
• DC Experience in accountable DM position
• Proficient in contractual German and English
• Ability to manage a busy workload and deadlines
• Excellent communication skills are essential

Additional Information

Why join us? You will love the freedom to bring your own ideas and vision to life, combining client management, project delivery, and team leadership. You will value working alongside colleagues with outstanding technical expertise in a collaborative, caring, and supportive team environment. We offer a flexible working environment, a competitive salary, and a culture that places safety, wellbeing, and professional development at the heart of everything we do.

If you are looking to work for one of the world’s most trusted global environmental consulting firms and help shape a more sustainable future for Germany and beyond, the AECOM Germany team looks forward to welcoming you on board.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private‑sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects – both in your local community and on a global scale – that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting‑edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award‑winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community – where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ReqID: REF58974L

Business Line: B&P - Buildings & Places

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: Europe & India

Career Area: Program & Project Management

Work Location Model: Hybrid