Data Center Facilities Senior Architect

About the Role:

We are seeking a Senior Architect with deep expertise in the design and delivery of colocation and hyperscale cloud data center facilities. The ideal candidate is a licensed architect with a proven track record of leading complex mission critical projects from concept to commissioning. This role will play a key part in shaping the architecture of high-performance secure and scalable data center environments to meet the evolving demands of top tier cloud and colocation clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead architectural design for large scale hyperscale cloud data center and colocation projects from early concept through construction administration and closeout.

• Collaborate with internal engineering disciplines construction teams and external stakeholders to develop fully coordinated and integrated design solutions.

• Develop and review drawings specifications and technical documentation ensuring compliance with codes standards and client design guidelines.

• Manage coordination with consultants contractors and permitting authorities to support project delivery and regulatory compliance.

• Serve as the architectural subject matter expert for hyperscale and colocation clients ensuring operational efficiency scalability and reliability in facility design.

• Mentor and guide junior architects and designers fostering technical excellence and design innovation.

• Maintain and apply knowledge of industry best practices and data center design trends.

• Support business development proposal writing and conceptual architectural designs for new pursuits.

Qualifications :

Required:

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Architecture from an accredited institution.

• Active U.S. Architectural License.

• 10 years of professional architectural experience including 3 years of specific focus on large scale data center design.

• Demonstrated experience with colocation and hyperscale data center projects.

• Strong working knowledge of building codes mission critical infrastructure standards and data center design requirements.

• Proficiency in BIM ACC (Revit) AutoCAD and related design tools.

• Excellent leadership communication and project management skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary and geographically diverse teams.

Preferred

• 5 years experience working with hyperscale client standards and colocation facility delivery models.

• LEED accreditation or equivalent sustainable design credentials.

• Experience working in fast paced global project environments.

• Extensive experience working with permitting authorities and AHJs.

• U.S. Citizenship

Additional Information :

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 2024. Learn more at . 

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 youll 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 youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and communitywhere 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. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time