Data Centre Design Lead - Hybrid & Global Projects

AECOM; Manor Park; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Technical Design Lead to drive the design and delivery of hyperscale, colocation, and enterprise data centre projects across Europe. You will manage multi-disciplinary teams, ensure technical excellence, and maintain strong client relationships on client-facing delivery assignments.

The role involves regular travel across UKI and Europe, with hybrid work options and opportunities for career progression within a global infrastructure firm.

Qualifications

• Must have proven experience in data centre design or project management.
• Experience leading multi-disciplinary design teams on complex projects.
• Strong understanding of permitting processes, building systems, regulations and construction methods.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate multi-disciplinary design teams across UKI and Europe.
• Oversee all design phases from due diligence to construction documentation.
• Ensure timely delivery of high-quality outputs meeting client requirements.
• Identify and mitigate project risks with practical solutions.
• Support commercial teams on governance, contracts, and risk mitigation.

Skills

Data Centre Design

Project Leadership

Client Liaison

Regulatory Knowledge

Education

Chartered Engineer

Architect (or equivalent)

Tools

Revit

Job description

AECOM is seeking a Technical Design Lead to drive the design and delivery of hyperscale, colocation, and enterprise data centre projects across Europe. You will manage multi-disciplinary teams, ensure technical excellence, and maintain strong client relationships on client-facing delivery assignments.

The role involves regular travel across UKI and Europe, with hybrid work options and opportunities for career progression within a global infrastructure firm.