Data Center Design Manager

AECOM•Toronto, ON

70d•CA$148,000 - CA$198,000•Hybrid

About The Position

AECOM is seeking a talented and experienced Design Manager to oversee a wide variety of colocation and hyperscale data center projects including site due diligence, master-planning, detailed design, and construction administration. The ideal candidate has experience managing the design of colocation and hyperscale data centers, has a background in electrical engineering or mechanical engineering, and possesses exceptional written and verbal communication skills. AECOM is a leader in the global data center consulting industry with robust teams in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Australia. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work with our teams around the world on high-profile, fast-paced data center projects for global clients. This is a hands-on, client-facing role with an opportunity for upward career mobility. If based near an AECOM regional office, this position would be a hybrid work situation within Canada with some expected travel.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or electrical engineering, plus 8 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
Experience in hyperscale data centers; preferred in the local market.
Emotional intelligence and situational awareness: Demonstrated ability to assess social and professional dynamics, adapt communication style accordingly, and respond appropriately in diverse situations.
Strong interpersonal judgment: Capable of understanding group dynamics and adjusting tone, messaging, or actions to align with the context and audience.
Situational adaptability: Ability to read social cues, navigate nuanced environments, and make informed decisions based on audience or stakeholder reactions.

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) or Architecture License
12 years of relevant experience in design and/or project management
Active or recent leadership in hyperscale data center and mission-critical trade organization
5 years in colocation and/or hyper-scale data center design management & engineering
Excellent communication (written/oral)
Ability to work in dynamic, time-sensitive situations and with minimal oversight
Team leadership skills
Strong interpersonal and presentation skills

Responsibilities

Lead data center due diligence and design teams to deliver projects that meet the client’s requirements, on schedule and to a high degree of quality. Design disciplines will include architecture, civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, security, fire protection, ICT, and BMS/EPMS.
Manage project resources, including onboarding/offboarding staff to ensure appropriate resourcing for project needs.
Host and attend meetings with clients and other stakeholders.
Identify problems early and develop creative solutions.
Manage AECOM’s data center design team, fostering a sense of comradery, collective ownership, and collaboration.
Proactively manage and communicate change throughout the project.
Oversee, and perform peer reviews and quality checks in line with client and AECOM standards.
Proactively communicate with all stakeholders to provide project updates and resolve outstanding issues.
Develop technical and financial proposals
Build trusting relationships with clients