Lead Architect – Hyperscale Data Centers (Remote)

Visa Hunt; United States; Remote; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Flexible work options

Retirement savings plan

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Lead Architect to lead the design and delivery of large-scale hyperscale data center and colocation projects. The role requires a licensed architect with a proven track record of guiding complex projects from concept to commissioning, ensuring secure, scalable facility design and operational reliability.

The position is primarily remote with occasional travel to client sites and project milestones across the US, and offers opportunities for upward mobility within a global data

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and or education.
• Demonstrated experience with colocation and hyperscale data center projects.
• Experience with and knowledge of building codes, mission critical infrastructure standards, and data center design requirements.
• Experience in BIM ACC (Revit), AutoCAD, and related design tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead architectural design for large scale hyperscale cloud data center and colocation projects, from early concept through construction administration and closeout.
• Collaborate with internal engineering disciplines, construction teams, and external stakeholders to develop fully coordinated and integrated design solutions.
• Develop and review drawings, specifications, and technical documentation, ensuring compliance with codes, standards, and client design guidelines.
• Manage coordination with consultants, contractors, and permitting authorities to support project delivery and regulatory compliance.
• Serve as the architectural subject matter expert for hyperscale and colocation clients, ensuring operational efficiency, scalability, and reliability in facility design.
• Mentor and guide junior architects and designers, fostering technical excellence and design innovation.
• Maintain and apply knowledge of industry best practices and data center design trends.
• Support business development, proposal writing, and conceptual architectural designs for new pursuits.

Skills

Hyperscale data center design

Revit BIM

AutoCAD

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

US Architectural license

LEED accreditation

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

AECOM is seeking a Lead Architect to lead the design and delivery of large-scale hyperscale data center and colocation projects. The role requires a licensed architect with a proven track record of guiding complex projects from concept to commissioning, ensuring secure, scalable facility design and operational reliability.

The position is primarily remote with occasional travel to client sites and project milestones across the US, and offers opportunities for upward mobility within a global data