Technical Design Lead - Data Centres
AECOM
- Birmingham, England, United Kingdom
- Birmingham, England, United Kingdom
À propos
Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom
Company Description At AECOM, we’re delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
Job Description We are seeking a experienced and technically proficient Technical Design Lead to join our dynamic and multidisciplinary data centre team. This role is pivotal in leading the design and delivery of complex hyperscale, colocation, and enterprise data centre projects across Europe. You will be responsible for managing multi‑disciplinary teams, ensuring technical excellence, and maintaining strong client relationships. This is a client‑facing, hands‑on delivery role with opportunity for career progression, working on high‑profile, fast‑paced projects with global clients. As part of this role, regular travel across our UK & I + European offices will be expected.
Responsibilities
Lead and coordinate multi-disciplinary design teams (Architecture, Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Security, Fire Protection, ICT, BMS/EPMS) across UKI and Europe.
Oversee all phases of data centre projects from site due diligence, campus planning, conceptual/schematic/detailed design through to construction documentation.
Ensure timely delivery of high‑quality design outputs that meet client requirements and project timelines.
Identify and mitigate project risks early, providing innovative and practical solutions.
Support on the wider Sector and Commercial teams on commercial and contractual governance, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation.
Build and maintain trusted relationships with key clients and interface with Client CAM.
Present to clients and stakeholders, ensuring timely and high‑quality delivery output.
Collaborate with design teams and local delivery teams to ensure localisation and permitting compliance.
Respond to client requirements in a timely manner.
Undertake regular reviews of resource requirements on the projects and discuss with technical leads.
Highlight any change control required on the project and agree with the wider team how this is presented to the client.
Undertake regular review on project spend, and review with technical leads.
Qualifications
Chartered Engineer or Architect (or equivalent professional qualification).
Extensive experience in data centre design and/or project management.
Proven experience in leading multi‑disciplinary teams on complex data centre projects.
Strong understanding of permitting processes, building systems, regulations, and construction methodologies.
Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines in a dynamic environment.
Willingness to travel as required.
Preferred Qualifications
Degree in Architecture, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related field.
Uptime Institute Accredited Tier Designer or Accredited Tier Professional.
Working knowledge of Revit and digital design workflows.
A clear work history and proof of professional development and learning.
Additional Information AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well‑being programs to meet the diverse needs of employees and their families.
Employment Details Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology
Industries: Architecture and Planning, Civil Engineering, and Construction
Business Line: B&P - Buildings & Places
Business Group: DCS
Strategic Business Unit: Europe & India
Career Area: Engineering
Work Location Model: Hybrid
EOE Statement All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
ReqID: J10140481
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Compétences linguistiques
- English
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