Associate Director Telecommunications (Data Centers)

AECOM Enterprise Capabilities is seeking an Associate Director-Telecommunications (Data Centers) to lead the planning design and delivery of mission-critical data center infrastructure projects. This role provides strategic and technical leadership across multidisciplinary teams ensuring the successful execution of highly resilient scalable and efficient digital infrastructure solutions.

The Associate Director will play a key role in defining end-to-end ICT strategies for data centers including structured cabling network infrastructure white space planning and integration with power cooling and security systems. This position requires a deep understanding of global data center standards high availability architectures and operational requirements.

The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise with leadership client engagement and business development capabilities driving innovation while ensuring compliance quality and delivery excellence.

 Responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:

• Lead the design and delivery of ICT infrastructure for mission-critical Data Centers (Tier II III IV).
• Define and oversee structured cabling systems (fiber and copper) aligned with high availability redundancy and scalability requirements.
• Lead white space design including rack layouts containment strategies (hot/cold aisle) and capacity planning.
• Coordinate ICT infrastructure with power (UPS generators) cooling (HVAC) fire protection and physical security systems.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards such as TIA-942 BICSI 002 Uptime Institute Tier Standards IEEE and local regulations.
• Oversee development and approval of drawings specifications and bills of quantities (BoQs).
• Lead technical reviews design assurance and quality control processes.
• Drive multidisciplinary coordination across architecture MEP security and operations teams.
• Provide leadership in design for resilience fault tolerance redundancy (N N1 2N) and maintainability.
• Support commissioning processes including ICT readiness and integration with other systems.
• Act as a trusted advisor to clients supporting decision-making risk management and long-term planning.
• Lead and mentor ICT teams promoting technical excellence and professional growth.
• Manage project delivery including budget schedule and resource planning.
• Support business development proposals and client presentations for data center opportunities.
• Identify and implement innovation trends (edge data centers modular solutions AI-ready infrastructure hyperscale requirements).

Qualifications :

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in Electronic or Telecommunications Engineering or a related field.
• 8 years of experience in ICT/Data Center design or equivalent.
• Proven experience leading data center projects and technical teams.
• Strong English communication skills (written and spoken).

Preferred Qualifications:

• 10 years of experience in Data Center infrastructure design and delivery.
• Strong knowledge of Tier III/IV certification processes and requirements.
• Experience with hyperscale colocation or enterprise data centers.
• Advanced proficiency in tools such as Revit AutoCAD Navisworks Bluebeam Visio ACC Autodesk Construction Cloud.
• Deep knowledge of standards including:
  • TIA-942 (Data Centers)
  • BICSI 002 & TDMM
  • Uptime Institute Tier Standards
  • IEEE ISO/IEC
• BICSI RCDD certification (required or strongly preferred).
• Additional certifications (desirable): BICSI DCDC (Data Center Design Consultant) CDCP Certified Data Centre Professional CDCS Certified Data Centre Specialist Uptime Institute Accredited Tier Specialist (ATS) Uptime Institute Accredited Tier Designer (ATD) Project Management Professional (PMP).
• Experience in commissioning testing and operations support.
• Fluency in English (advanced level)

Additional Information :

Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Sponsorship for Colombia work authorization is not available for this position now or in the future.

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 2025. 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 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