IT & Software

Technical Design Lead - Data Centres

AECOM

Bristol · Bristol · United Kingdom

Overview

In this role, you will lead the design and delivery of complex hyperscale, colocation, and enterprise data centre projects in Europe. You will manage multi-disciplinary teams, ensure technical excellence, and nurture client relationships on high-profile, fast-paced engagements. Regular travel across UK&I and Europe is expected as you drive timely, high-quality design outputs. This is a hands-on, client-facing position with clear opportunities for career progression.

Pay / Benefits
  • hybrid work options
  • compensation and well-being programs
  • global firm with transformation work
  • diverse and inclusive workplace
  • interview for disability-confident applicants
  • Day 1 onboarding
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 from due diligence and planning to construction documentation
  • Ensure timely delivery of high-quality design outputs meeting client requirements and timelines
  • Identify and mitigate project risks early with innovative, practical 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 timely, quality delivery
  • Collaborate with design and delivery teams to ensure localisation and permitting compliance
  • Respond to client requirements in a timely manner
Key requirements
  • Chartered Engineer or Architect (or equivalent)
  • Extensive experience in data centre design and/or project management
  • Proven experience 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
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
  • communication
  • interpersonal skills
  • presentation skills
  • Revit
  • digital design workflows
  • Uptime Institute Accredited Tier Designer or Accredited Tier Professional

Reference: WJ-747_30138318

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