Senior Data Centre Design Lead for Hyperscale Projects

AECOM; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Wide array of compensation and benefits

Supportive workplace culture

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A global engineering firm in Greater London is seeking a Technical Design Lead to oversee the design and delivery of complex data centre projects. The ideal candidate will lead multi-disciplinary teams, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality outputs while maintaining client relationships. Knowledge of data centre design and strong project management skills are essential. A hybrid working environment is offered, along with ample opportunities for career progression and professional development.

Qualifications

• Chartered Engineer or Architect (or equivalent professional qualification).
• Extensive experience in data centre design and/or project management.
• Proven experience in leading multi-disciplinary teams on complex data centre projects.
• Strong understanding of permitting processes, building systems, regulations, and construction methodologies.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate multi-disciplinary design teams across UKI and Europe.
• Oversee all phases of data centre projects from planning to construction.
• Ensure timely delivery of high-quality design outputs.
• Identify and mitigate project risks early.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with key clients.

Skills

Data centre design

Project management

Team leadership

Permitting processes

Construction methodologies

Education

Chartered Engineer or Architect qualification

Degree in Architecture or Engineering

Tools

Revit

Job description

A global engineering firm in Greater London is seeking a Technical Design Lead to oversee the design and delivery of complex data centre projects. The ideal candidate will lead multi-disciplinary teams, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality outputs while maintaining client relationships. Knowledge of data centre design and strong project management skills are essential. A hybrid working environment is offered, along with ample opportunities for career progression and professional development.