Professional Architect (Data Centre)

AECOM; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Office three days per week

Job summary

AECOM's Enterprise Capabilities team in South Africa seeks a Professional Architect (Data Centre) to join our Centurion office. You will lead architectural discipline across data centre projects, delivering robust design solutions and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Responsibilities include coordinating across disciplines, mentoring junior engineers, producing construction drawings and documentation, and liaising with clients and contractors to realise high-quality data centre

Qualifications

• BArch or BSc in Architecture.
• Over 8 years experience as an Architect.
• Registered as a full Professional Architect (SACAP).

Responsibilities

• Lead architectural discipline involvement across data centre projects with coordination and quality outcomes.
• Develop comprehensive design solutions for data centre infrastructure with drawings and reports.
• Conduct design reviews to ensure compliance with briefs, specs and industry standards.
• Coordinate design across architecture and cross-disciplinary teams for integrated solutions.
• Mentor and supervise junior engineers on design methodologies and best practices.
• Prepare and maintain design documentation including specifications, drawings and as-built records.

Skills

Architectural design

Data centre design

Leadership

Mentoring

Construction documentation

Client liaison

Code compliance

Project coordination

Education

BArch or BSc in Architecture

Job description

Company Description

AECOM’s Enterprise Capabilities team is looking for a Professional Architect (Data Centre) to join our team in our South Africa offices.

About Enterprise Capabilities

Fundamental to our Think and Act Globally strategy and digital adoption, Enterprise Capabilities (EC) is AECOM’s primary vehicle for workshare. Operating across geographic boundaries and time-zones, EC partners with regional and Global Business Line project teams to provide technical expertise, accelerate delivery and keep AECOM competitive in the industry.

With a team of over 3000 technical professionals located across nine countries and remote technical anchors, EC teams are trusted to deliver high-quality, specialist services that help to fill capability gaps, resourcing needs and technical constraints on projects of all scopes and sizes.

Start here. Grow here.

Job Description

Here is what you will be doing:

• Lead and deliver architectural discipline involvement across data centre projects, ensuring effective coordination and quality outcomes
• Develop comprehensive design solutions for data centre infrastructure, including detailed calculations, technical drawings, and engineering reports
• Conduct thorough design reviews and ensure compliance with design briefs, technical specifications, and industry standards
• Manage design coordination across architecture and cross-disciplinary teams to ensure integrated and cohesive solutions
• Supervise and mentor junior engineers and technical staff, providing guidance on design methodologies and best practices
• Independently execute all tasks necessary to complete design works, from concept through to detailed documentation and construction administration
• Prepare and maintain comprehensive design documentation, including technical specifications, construction drawings, and as-built records
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and stakeholders to communicate design intent and resolve technical queries
• Ensure all designs comply with relevant building codes, regulations, and data centre industry standards
• Participate in project planning and scheduling to ensure timely delivery of design outputs
• Review and approve construction activities to ensure adherence to approved designs and quality standards

Qualifications

• BArch or BSc in Architecture.
• Over 8 years experience as an Architect
• Registered as a full Professional Architect (SACAP)

Additional Information

At AECOM, you will have freedom to grow in a world of opportunity

At AECOM, our Freedom to Grow philosophy supports flexibility and balance to help our people thrive. As part of this approach, we ask all hybrid employees to work from an AECOM office at least three days per week.

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include 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.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private‑sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ReqID: J10158054

Business Line: Architecture

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: Enterprise Capabilities

Career Area: Design

Work Location Model: Hybrid