Senior Architect (Licensed Building Architect), Data Centers - Remote (U.S.)

AECOM; Columbus (OH); Remote; USD 165,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off and leaves of absence

Flexible work options

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Senior Architect specialized in designing high-performance data centers. This role is primarily remote but may require occasional travel for client meetings and project milestones. The ideal candidate is a licensed architect with at least 8 years of experience leading complex projects from concept to commissioning.

Join AECOM to shape secure and scalable data center environments for leading cloud and colocation clients. AECOM offers comprehensive benefits, flexible work options, and supports employee well-being and professional development.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years relevant experience or equivalent education.
• Experience with colocation and hyperscale infrastructure.
• Familiarity with mission critical infrastructure standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead architectural design for large scale cloud data center projects.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders for design solutions.
• Ensure compliance with codes and client design guidelines.
• Mentor junior architects and guide design innovation.
• Support business development and proposal writing.

Skills

Experience with colocation and hyperscale data center projects

Knowledge of building codes

Proficiency in BIM ACC (Revit) and AutoCAD

Ability to work in multidisciplinary and diverse teams

Leadership and communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

BIM ACC (Revit)

AutoCAD

Job description

Senior Architect (Licensed Building Architect), Data Centers - Remote (U.S.)

Full-time, Business Group: DCS, Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc, Business Line: B&P - Buildings & Places, Work Location Model: Remote, Primary Location: US - Arlington, VA - 3101 Wilson Blv, Compensation: USD 165000 - USD 200000 yearly.

We are seeking a Lead Architect with deep expertise in the design and delivery of colocation and hyperscale cloud data center facilities. The ideal candidate is a licensed architect with a proven track record of leading complex, mission critical projects from concept to commissioning. This role will play a key part in shaping the architecture of high-performance, secure, and scalable data center environments to meet the evolving demands of top tier cloud and colocation clients.

This position offers the flexibility of a remote work schedule and can be based from a variety of locations in the US where AECOM has an office. Although the position is primarily remote, periodic travel may be required for client meetings, key project milestones, onsite collaboration sessions, or other business‑critical activities. Travel is expected to be occasional and scheduled in advance.

Key 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.

Minimum 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience working with hyperscale client standards and colocation facility delivery models.
• Experience working in fast paced, global project environments.
• Extensive experience working with permitting authorities and AHJs.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary and geographically diverse teams.
• Relocation is not available for this role
• Sponsorship is not available for this role

Benefits

AECOM offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well‑being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

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