Technical Design Lead- Data Centres

In this role you will lead the design and delivery of hyperscale, colocation, and enterprise data centre projects across Europe, guiding multi-disciplinary teams to meet client requirements and timelines. You will manage complex design phases from due diligence to construction documentation while maintaining strong client relationships. The role combines hands-on design leadership with project governance in a fast-paced, client-facing environment. This is an opportunity to shape critical data centre infrastructure for global clients within a renowned engineering firm.

• hybrid work options
• career progression opportunities
• well-being programs
• global exposure
• competitive compensation
• inclusive culture

• 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 project phases from due diligence to construction documentation
• Ensure timely, high-quality design outputs that meet client requirements and timelines
• Identify and mitigate project risks with innovative solutions
• Support Sector and Commercial teams on governance, compliance, and risk mitigation
• Build and maintain trusted client relationships and interface with Client CAM
• Present to clients and stakeholders to ensure delivery quality
• Collaborate with design and delivery teams to ensure localisation and permitting compliance
• Respond to client requirements in a timely manner

• Chartered Engineer or Architect (or equivalent professional qualification)
• Extensive data centre design and/or project management experience
• Proven ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams on complex data centre projects
• Strong understanding of permitting, building systems, regulations, and construction methodologies
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines in a dynamic environment
• Willingness to travel as required
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills

• excellent communication
• interpersonal and presentation skills
• client relationship management
• data centre design
• multi-disciplinary design coordination
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