Data Center Deputy Design Manager

Role Overview

The Data Center Deputy Design Manager supports the Design Manager in leading the multidisciplinary design delivery for complex Data Center projects across the EC portfolio. This role coordinates design teams ensures adherence to AECOMs design and delivery standards and drives technical excellence throughout the design lifecycle. Operating at senior level the Deputy DM must confidently manage multiple design packages influence stakeholders and maintain strong communication with PMs DMs technical leads and clients.

Key Responsibilities

Design Management

• Support the DM in managing the full design lifecycle across multiple Data Center projects.

• Coordinate multidisciplinary design teams (architecture MEP structures civil fire security).

• Ensure design deliverables meet AECOMs PDS QA/QC and Data Center standards.

• Review design packages for technical accuracy completeness and constructability.

• Identify design risks gaps and dependencies; propose mitigation strategies.

Project & Program Coordination

• Manage multiple design workstreams and ensure alignment with project schedules.

• Coordinate closely with DMs and technical leads to ensure integrated delivery.

• Support resource planning workload forecasting and coordination with regional/global teams.

• Track design progress and escalate issues proactively.

Stakeholder Influence & Communication

• Operate with JL8JL9 maturity: speak up challenge assumptions and drive accountability.

• Communicate clearly with internal teams and client stakeholders.

• Support design reviews coordination meetings and progress reporting.

• Contribute to continuous improvement of design processes and governance.

Client & Internal Engagement

• Support the DM in preparing design presentations technical clarifications and progress updates.

• Maintain regular communication with client-side design representatives.

• Identify design-related risks opportunities and trends within the Data Center program.

Qualifications :

Minimum Qualifications

Electrical or Mechanical engineering degree with at least 10 years experience

Preferred Profile

• Strong design management experience in Data Centers or missioncritical facilities.

• Proven ability to coordinate multidisciplinary design teams.

• Strong communication skills; fluent in English.

• Ability to influence stakeholders and drive alignment.

Leadership Competencies

• Inspires and motivates teams; demonstrates strong coaching capability.

• Communicates clearly and fosters collaboration.

• Champions integrity safety and ethical behaviors.

• Thinks strategically and challenges the status quo.

• Holds self and others accountable for delivery.

Additional Information :

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time