Remote Data Center Facility Design Program Manager

AECO; Arlington (VA); Remote; USD 165,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM seeks an experienced Program Manager to lead Facility Design for hyperscale data centers in a remote U.S. role. You will drive program performance, oversee major proposals, manage strategic client programs, and ensure delivery of high‑value design projects.

This leadership position partners with executive leadership and discipline heads to support revenue growth, client satisfaction, and operational excellence while navigating multi‑disciplinary teams and travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Eight years of relevant experience.
• Minimum 5+ years managing complex programs or major projects.
• Experience supporting or leading proposal efforts.
• Strong understanding of A/E/C project delivery process.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Strong business and financial acumen.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent priorities.

Responsibilities

• Monitor program performance including schedule, budget, staffing, and risk.
• Identify and resolve program-level constraints impacting delivery.
• Ensure consistency of execution across multiple projects and clients.
• Support Design Managers and Project Managers in maintaining successful delivery.
• Support business development and proposal writing for new pursuits.
• Lead preparation of major technical and commercial proposals, including Go / No-Go coordination, proposal schedules and deliverable management, fee strategy coordination, staffing plans and resource alignment, executive review coordination, interview preparation and coaching, and coordination with Client Account Managers and Technical Leaders.
• Improve proposal processes, templates, and win strategies.
• Travel as needed for project-related activities such as client meetings and site visits.

Skills

Excellent communication

Leadership

Business and financial acumen

Proposal experience

Program management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Job description

AECOM seeks an experienced Program Manager to lead Facility Design for hyperscale data centers in a remote U.S. role. You will drive program performance, oversee major proposals, manage strategic client programs, and ensure delivery of high‑value design projects.

This leadership position partners with executive leadership and discipline heads to support revenue growth, client satisfaction, and operational excellence while navigating multi‑disciplinary teams and travel as needed.