Data Center Facilities Senior Architect

AECOM•Arlington, VA

53d

About The Position

We are seeking a Senior Architect with deep expertise in the design and delivery of colocation and hyperscale cloud data center facilities. The ideal candidate is a licensed architect with a proven track record of leading complex, mission critical projects from concept to commissioning. This role will play a key part in shaping the architecture of high-performance, secure, and scalable data center environments to meet the evolving demands of top tier cloud and colocation clients.

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture from an accredited institution.
Active U.S. Architectural License.
10+ years of professional architectural experience, including 3+ years of specific focus on large scale data center design.
Demonstrated experience with colocation and hyperscale data center projects.
Strong working knowledge of building codes, mission critical infrastructure standards, and data center design requirements.
Proficiency in BIM ACC (Revit), AutoCAD, and related design tools.
Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary and geographically diverse teams.

Nice To Haves

5+ years experience working with hyperscale client standards and colocation facility delivery models.
LEED accreditation or equivalent sustainable design credentials.
Experience working in fast paced, global project environments.
Extensive experience working with permitting authorities and AHJs.
U.S. Citizenship

Responsibilities

Lead architectural design for large scale hyperscale cloud data center and colocation projects, from early concept through construction administration and closeout.
Collaborate with internal engineering disciplines, construction teams, and external stakeholders to develop fully coordinated and integrated design solutions.
Develop and review drawings, specifications, and technical documentation, ensuring compliance with codes, standards, and client design guidelines.
Manage coordination with consultants, contractors, and permitting authorities to support project delivery and regulatory compliance.
Serve as the architectural subject matter expert for hyperscale and colocation clients, ensuring operational efficiency, scalability, and reliability in facility design.
Mentor and guide junior architects and designers, fostering technical excellence and design innovation.
Maintain and apply knowledge of industry best practices and data center design trends.
Support business development, proposal writing, and conceptual architectural designs for new pursuits.