Data Centre Technical Director & Electrical Lead

AECOM

Glasgow

Hybrid

GBP 120,000 - 170,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Technical Director and Electrical Team Lead for our Data Centre practice in the UK. The role combines high-level technical leadership with a strong focus on client relationships, project governance, and team development across international data centre projects.

The successful candidate will bring Chartered Engineer status, extensive data centre experience, and a track record of delivering complex multidisciplinary projects, while promoting safety and sustainable design across

Qualifications

Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or related discipline.
Chartered Engineer (CEng) status through a recognised professional institution.
Extensive post-qualification experience in building services, mission-critical facilities or data centre engineering.
Proven track record leading design and delivery of complex multidisciplinary engineering projects.

Responsibilities

Provide technical leadership across major hyperscale and colocation data centre projects.
Lead development of engineering solutions focusing on resilience, efficiency, sustainability and scalability.
Oversee governance across all project stages ensuring quality and standards.
Lead feasibility studies, design reviews, due diligence and client advisory work.
Manage delivery, commissioning strategies and operational readiness for clients.