Lead Architect (Data Center)

AECOM is seeking a talented Architect senior level to join our Data Center vertical in the Bucharest office. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in the tech sector and data center industry with a deep understanding of the demands for scale speed and consistency in data center operations. These positions focus on project engineering management.

Here is what you will do:

• Lead EndtoEnd Data Center Architectural Design

  • Drive the architectural vision and strategy for data center projects from concept through commissioning.

  • Develop site planning building layouts white space strategies and modular growth approaches.

  • Ensure architectural solutions align with client requirements operational goals and industry best practices for missioncritical facilities.

• Define Architectural Concepts and Facility Topology

  • Establish the architectural basis of design integrating resiliency maintainability scalability and efficiency.

  • Shape decisions around facility topology (e.g. hyperscale colocation edge DCs) building massing structural considerations and space optimization.

• Functional and Spatial Planning

  • Lead the design of critical spaces such as data halls electrical rooms mechanical galleries security zones loading docks NOCs offices and support areas.

  • Optimize circulation for personnel equipment pathways and maintenance accessibility.

• Coordinate MultiDisciplinary Engineering

  • Manage the integration of architectural design with all engineering disciplines (MEP structural fire protection controls security).

  • Ensure cohesive integration between mechanical cooling strategies electrical distribution layouts structural requirements and architectural constraints.

  • Resolve crossdiscipline design conflicts while maintaining performance cost and schedule.

• Uptime Standards and Compliance

  • Interpret and apply regulatory fire safety lifesafety and accessibility standards to architectural solutions.

• Sustainability and Efficiency in Architecture

  • Integrate highperformance building design strategies focused on energy efficiency carbon reduction and sustainable materials.

  • Support strategies such as optimized building envelopes water use reduction waste heat reuse etc.

• Design Documentation and Technical Leadership

  • Oversee the preparation and quality of architectural drawings specifications BIM models site plans and technical reports.

  • Lead internal and external design reviews ensuring alignment on design intent and technical dependencies.

• Client and Stakeholder Engagement

  • Serve as the primary architectural point of contact for clients and key partners.

  • Communicate clearly and persuasively with stakeholders presenting design concepts risk assessments and design evolution updates.

• Construction Support Quality Assurance and Commissioning

  • Support construction activities respond to RFIs review shop drawings and ensure design integrity during buildout.

• Stay Current with Industry Trends

  • Maintain a deep understanding of emerging data center technologies architectural innovations modular solutions and trends such as liquid cooling highdensity zones and automation.

  • Contribute to design standards playbooks and continuous improvement initiatives within the organization.

Qualifications :

Qualifications:

• 10 years of architectural experience with a strong focus on missioncritical or largescale data center projects.

• Expertise in architectural planning building design and coordination for complex technical facilities.

• Demonstrated experience in data center projects. Coordination with MEP and Structural disciplines. Reviewing multidisciplinary submittals and resolving design issues.

• Proficiency with architectural design tools such as Revit AutoCAD and BIM platforms.

• Experience managing complex multiphase or largescale projects/ data center design programs.

• Understanding of sustainability frameworks such as LEED BREEAM or similar (preferred).

Additional Information :

Additional Information

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About AECOM 

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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 community - where 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