Design Manager, Data Centers - Remote (U.S.)

AECOM•Arlington, VA

7d•Remote

About The Position

AECOM is seeking an experienced Design Manager, Data Centers, to oversee colocation and hyperscale data center projects from site due diligence and campus planning through conceptual, schematic, and detailed design, construction documents, and construction administration. The role leads multidisciplinary teams across architecture, civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, security, fire protection, ICT, and BMS/EPMS. This is a hands-on, client-facing position working with global teams and clients on high-profile, fast-paced data center projects. The position is primarily remote and can be based from a U.S. AECOM office, with occasional, advance-scheduled travel for client meetings, project milestones, onsite collaboration, or other business-critical activities. The role offers upward career mobility. The employee must attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office. AECOM intends to fill this current vacancy by December 1, 2026. Relocation is not available. Permanent residency sponsorship is available for current H-1B visa holders in the United States.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering, plus 10 years of relevant experience, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
Experience managing data center design projects.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work in dynamic, time-sensitive situations with minimal oversight.
Team leadership skills.
Strong interpersonal and presentation skills.
Eligibility to work in the United States.
Attendance at in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office is required.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Architecture, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
Professional Engineer (P.E.) or architecture license.
12 years of relevant experience in design and/or project management.
Lean Six Sigma certification.
Uptime Institute Accredited Tier Professional certification.
Active or recent leadership in a data center or mission-critical trade organization.
12 years of colocation and/or hyperscale data center design management and engineering experience.

Responsibilities

Lead data center due diligence and design teams to deliver projects that meet client requirements, schedules, and quality expectations.
Develop and enforce multi-site project and program management plans.
Host and attend meetings with clients and external stakeholders.
Proactively manage and communicate project changes within AECOM and to clients.
Identify problems early and develop creative solutions.
Communicate project updates to stakeholders and resolve outstanding issues.
Develop technical and financial proposals for new and add/move/change data center design projects.
Develop trusting relationships with client stakeholders and buyers.