Senior Data Centre Architect & Design Lead

Aecom; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM in South Africa is seeking a Senior Architect to lead architectural design and data centre infrastructure planning. You will manage BIM models, coordinate multidisciplinary teams, and ensure design briefs are met across all project phases.

Candidates must have B.Arch or BSc Architecture, SACAP registration, and 12+ years post graduate experience. You will mentor staff, engage clients, optimise costs, and ensure sustainable, code-compliant solutions.

Qualifications

• Registered architect with SACAP.
• B.Arch or BSc Architecture required.
• 12+ years post graduate experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead architectural design and BIM model management for data centres.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary design and ensure schedules and briefs are met.
• Mentor junior staff and manage client engagements.
• Ensure compliance with building codes and industry standards.

Skills

Architectural design

Team leadership

Client communication

BIM management

Education

B.Arch or BSc Architecture

Tools

BIM software (Revit)

Job description

AECOM in South Africa is seeking a Senior Architect to lead architectural design and data centre infrastructure planning. You will manage BIM models, coordinate multidisciplinary teams, and ensure design briefs are met across all project phases.

Candidates must have B.Arch or BSc Architecture, SACAP registration, and 12+ years post graduate experience. You will mentor staff, engage clients, optimise costs, and ensure sustainable, code-compliant solutions.