Remote Data Center Design Manager

AECOM Corporation; Arlington (VA); Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Design Manager for Data Centers who will be based remotely within the United States and support projects nationwide. You will manage colocation and hyper-scale data center designs from due diligence through construction, coordinating electrical, mechanical, architectural, and other disciplines.

The role requires a strong background in data center design, leadership, and client communication, with periodic travel and the potential for telecommuting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering.
• Master’s degree in Architecture, Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering (preferred).
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) or Architecture license is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead data center due diligence and design teams to deliver projects meeting client requirements, across multiple disciplines (architecture, civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, security, fire protection, ICT, BMS/EPMS).
• Develop and enforce multi-site project and program management plans.
• Host and attend meetings with clients and external stakeholders.
• Proactively manage and communicate change within AECOM and to clients.
• Identify problems early and develop creative solutions.
• Communicate with stakeholders to provide project updates and resolve issues.
• Develop technical and financial proposals for data center design projects.
• Develop trusting relationships with client stakeholders/buyers.

Skills

Team leadership

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Master’s degree in Architecture, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineer (P.E.) license

Job description

AECOM is seeking a Design Manager for Data Centers who will be based remotely within the United States and support projects nationwide. You will manage colocation and hyper-scale data center designs from due diligence through construction, coordinating electrical, mechanical, architectural, and other disciplines.

The role requires a strong background in data center design, leadership, and client communication, with periodic travel and the potential for telecommuting.