Data Center Interiors Architect: Mission-Critical Design

Jacobs

Arlington (VA)

On-site

USD 103,000 - 142,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Caregiver leave

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking an experienced Interiors Architect/Interior Designer to support design and delivery of complex data center facilities. You’ll plan, design, and document interior environments across hyperscale and mission-critical spaces, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to create secure, resilient workplaces.

The role requires a strong architectural and interiors background, knowledge of codes and FF&E, and proficiency in Revit/BIM.

Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture or Interior Design from an accredited institution.
Minimum 6 years of professional experience in interior architecture and/or interior design.
Proficiency in Revit and BIM-based project delivery.

Responsibilities

Lead interior design efforts for mission critical and data center projects from programming through construction administration.
Develop space planning and interior design solutions for office, control room, operations center, security, collaboration, training, and employee amenity spaces within data center environments.
Create space plans, renderings, mood boards, and finish presentation materials.
Prepare and coordinate architectural construction documents, specifications, and technical details.
Select and specify finishes, furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E).
Coordinate finish selections, interior materials, wayfinding concepts, and workplace standards.
Participate in client meetings, programming sessions, design reviews, and stakeholder presentations.
Collaborate with architecture, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, security, and telecommunications disciplines.
Ensure designs comply with applicable building codes, accessibility requirements, life safety standards, and client design guidelines.
Support BIM coordination and multidisciplinary model reviews.
Review contractor submittals, RFIs, shop drawings, and field conditions during construction.
Perform site visits and construction observations to verify design intent and quality standards.
Mentor junior architects and designers while providing technical leadership throughout project execution.
Assist with proposal development, design pursuits, and client relationship activities.