Description

Key responsibilities include leading data center due diligence and multidisciplinary design teams, developing and enforcing multi‑site project and program management plans, and hosting client and stakeholder meetings. The Design Manager will proactively manage and communicate changes, identify problems early, devise creative solutions, and provide regular project updates. Additional duties involve preparing technical and financial proposals for new or modification projects and building trusted relationships with client stakeholders.

• Lead data center due diligence and multidisciplinary design teams to ensure timely, high‑quality delivery.
• Develop and enforce multi‑site project and program management plans.
• Conduct client and stakeholder meetings, communicating changes and updates throughout the project.
• Identify issues early and devise creative solutions.
• Prepare technical and financial proposals for new or modification data‑center projects.
• Build trusted relationships with client stakeholders and buyers.

Requirements

AECOM is seeking an experienced Design Manager to work from any AECOM office with some telecommuting and travel. The role oversees colocation and hyper‑scale data center projects from site due diligence, campus planning, and conceptual design through construction documents and administration. Ideal candidates have a background in electrical or mechanical engineering, experience managing data center design, and excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Minimum qualifications are a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering with at least eight years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Preferred qualifications include a Master’s degree, Professional Engineer (P.E.) or Architecture license, Lean Six Sigma certification, Uptime Institute Accredited Tier Professional status, and at least ten years of experience in colocation or hyper‑scale data center design management. Strong communication, leadership, interpersonal, and presentation skills are required.

• Minimum: Bachelor’s in Architecture, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with 8+ years experience.
• Preferred: Master’s degree, PE or Architecture license, Lean Six Sigma, Uptime Institute Tier Professional.
• 10+ years in colocation or hyper‑scale data‑center design management.
• Strong communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

Relocation is not available for this position, but sponsorship is offered. AECOM provides comprehensive benefits that may include medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage, paid time off, flexible work options, well‑being resources, employee assistance, retirement savings, and an employee stock purchase plan.

Working at AECOM offers a global team that supports your growth and career ambitions, with opportunities to work on groundbreaking local and international projects. Cutting‑edge technology, expert networks, and award‑winning training programs help you expand technical and leadership skills. The inclusive workplace culture values respect, collaboration, and community, providing the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

AECOM is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to your potential. The position is based in Arlington, VA (Hybrid work model) with a compensation range of $190,000–$240,000 annually.

• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, flexible work options, and employee stock purchase.
• Hybrid work in Arlington, VA with salary $190‑240k; sponsorship available.

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