Associate Director – Plumbing Engineering (Data Centers)

AECOMs Enterprise Capabilities is seeking an experienced and bilingual Associate Director Plumbing Engineering (Data Centers) to join our Plumbing Engineering team in Bogota Colombia. This role will be pivotal in designing fire plumbing systems particularly for Data Centers.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Lead design for domestic cold/hot water sanitary vent stormwater roof drainage and specialty/process systems.
• Produce basis-of-design load calculations pump/tank sizing water hammer control equipment selection specifications P&IDs and coordinated Revit models.
• Apply IPC/UPC or client-specified plumbing codes and applicable standards; integrate cross-discipline and site utility constraints.
• Develop redundancy and maintainability strategies.
• Coordinate with architectural structural electrical mechanical and fire disciplines to eliminate clashes and ensure maintainable layouts.
• Lead QA/QC and design reviews; manage RFIs submittals and technical clarifications during procurement and construction.
• Support commissioning start-up flushing/disinfection testing and turnover documentation; assist with O&M package content.
• Standardize details specifications calculation templates and model content; drive continuous improvement and digital workflows.
• Manage scope schedule cost and risk; contribute to proposals resourcing plans and multi-site delivery strategies.
• Mentor and develop engineers/designers; promote safety quality and information management best practices.

Qualifications :

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Civil Public Health Sanitary or related engineering discipline.
• 8 years of plumbing/process utility design experience including 5 years on mission-critical/Data Center projects.
• Strong command of IPC/UPC (or equivalent) and local code application; familiarity with water quality backflow prevention and cross-connection control.
• Proficiency with Revit MEP; competency with hydraulic modeling tools.
• Demonstrated leadership in design delivery (scope/schedule/budget) and multidisciplinary coordination.
• Strong client-facing communication skills; ability to lead technical decisions and design reviews.
• Bilingual fluency in Spanish and English (written and spoken).

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters degree in Hydraulics/Water Resources Engineering Sanitation Public Health or related issues.
• Professional licensure in Colombia and/or international credential (e.g. CPD PE or equivalent).
• Deep Data Center experience with process water systems water reuse leak detection reliability-centered design and maintainability planning.
• Experience with BIM coordination tools (Navisworks BIM 360/ACC) and model-based QA/QC workflows.
• Commissioning/start-up leadership including sanitation flushing pressure testing and robust turnover documentation.
• Experience with program-standard design content modularization/prefabrication and multi-site deployment.

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