Data Centre Technical Director & Electrical Team Lead

AECOM

Leeds

Hybrid

GBP 90,000 - 150,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Technical Director and Electrical Team Lead for Data Centre projects. This leadership role combines strategic direction, technical expertise, and client engagement across the UK and internationally.

The position supports the expansion of our Data Centre practice with a focus on reliability, efficiency, and scalable solutions. Based in a hybrid work model, the role emphasizes building from Croydon/UK offices while collaborating with global teams to deliver advanced

Qualifications

Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
Chartered Engineer status (CEng) or equivalent.
Extensive post-qualification experience in building services or data centres.
Experience leading multidisciplinary engineering projects.
Strong understanding of data centre infrastructure and resilience.

Responsibilities

Act as technical authority across hyperscale data centre projects.
Lead development of innovative engineering solutions for resilience and efficiency.
Provide strategic technical oversight through all project stages.
Oversee feasibility studies, design reviews, and client advisory activities.
Lead teams, mentor engineers and contribute to growth of the Data Centre practice.
Promote safety, quality, and compliance across projects.