Network/Cloud Architect
Swinerton
A leading construction company offering services in building, infrastructure, and energy sectors.
Design and lead enterprise network and cloud architecture across Azure and AWS.
11 days ago ago
$155,000 - $165,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Charlotte, NC
Hybrid
Company Size
1,300 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Project Management
Consulting
Engineering
Architecture
Property Development
Design
Technical Services
Sector Specialisms
Healthcare
Life Sciences
Affordable Housing
Aviation
Parking Structures
Industrial
Energy
Mass Timber Construction
Role
Description
iac management
observability
network architecture
disaster recovery
cloud adoption
automation
- Drive adoption and change management across teams for cloud and infrastructure best practices
- Monitor and enhance platform reliability through observability tooling and auto-remediation practices
- Establish version control, change tracking, and peer review standards for infrastructure code
- Design and implement resilient architectures with RTO/RPO-aligned disaster recovery strategies across cloud platforms
- Architect and manage enterprise-wide network connectivity between cloud environments, 180+ remote sites, and third-party services
- Identify and refactor legacy IaaS workloads to PaaS, containers, or serverless where appropriate
- Manage the development, deployment, and maintenance of IaC templates using Terraform and Ansible
- Implement and optimize resource tagging, reserved capacity planning, and usage monitoring
- Collaborate with security and infrastructure teams to design resilient and secure network architectures
- Design and maintain routing protocols (e.g., BGP), SD-WAN policies, and hybrid cloud networking integrations (Azure vWAN, AWS TGW)
- Integrate automation into CI/CD pipelines and support shift-left practices for DevOps teams
- Lead architecture reviews and training sessions to uplift internal capabilities in cloud-native design
- Build relationships across the enterprise to understand business challenges and opportunities
- Establish platform ownership models, operational standards, and intake processes for new infrastructure requests
- Lead the design and continuous improvement of Azure and AWS architectures for scalability, performance, security, and cost-efficiency
- Partner with enterprise architects, security and application teams to ensure cohesive and secure designs
- Establish and govern modern tenancy standards, integrating compliance, tagging, and operational observability
- Integrate DR policies, backup automation, and cross-region replication into IaC and operational toolsets
- Partner with business and technology leaders to translate strategic objectives into cloud and network architecture plans, aligning infrastructure decisions to business outcomes
- Act as a cloud and networking subject matter expert, coaching internal engineers and promoting knowledge-sharing across teams
- Drive quarterly DR testing, logging, and business continuity planning as part of standard operations
- Build reusable modules for consistent infrastructure provisioning across environments
Requirements
7+ years
leadership
azure
aws
terraform
ansible
- 7+ years in senior-level network or cloud engineering/architecture roles
- Leadership experience mentoring teams and driving cloud capability maturity
- Deep experience with IP networking, LAN/WAN design, BGP, cloud network design, and SD-WAN (Meraki preferred)
- Ability to align cloud architectures with business strategy balancing performance, cost, and scalability to deliver measurable outcomes
- Proven track record of translating technical architectures into business value
- Strong scripting (Powershell, Bash, Python), automation, and infrastructure lifecycle skills
- Strong understanding of DR, business continuity, and high-availability architectures
- Demonstrated expertise in Azure and AWS cloud architecture and networking
- Proficiency with Terraform and Ansible, including production-level deployments
- Skilled in assessing the business impact of infrastructure investments, including TCO, ROI, and risk
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
130+ Years
Established as a Construction Leader
Pioneered the industry and built a legacy of trust and expertise over a century of operation.
$10 Billion
Annual Project Value Delivered
Demonstrates consistent performance and scale in managing large and complex construction projects.
- Tackles projects ranging from high-rise buildings to energy facilities with a diverse portfolio.
- Known for adaptability in delivering both traditional and cutting-edge projects.
- Operates across multiple sectors, including residential, commercial, energy, and industrial developments.
- Combines technical knowledge with a focus on quality and value in every project.
- Recognized for expertise in large-scale infrastructure, such as bridges, airports, and transport hubs.
- Achievements include iconic skyscrapers and sustainable energy projects.
Culture + Values
- Safety is our top priority and a core value.
- We are committed to teamwork and collaboration.
- We believe in delivering exceptional quality.
- We prioritize innovation and continuous improvement.
- We are dedicated to building lasting relationships with clients, partners, and communities.
- Integrity and honesty guide our decisions and actions.
- We value diversity and respect different perspectives.
- We invest in our people through training and development.
Environment + Sustainability
Net-zero by 2040
Carbon emissions commitment
Targeting complete elimination of carbon emissions by 2040.
200+ LEED-Certified
Sustainable building achievements
Accomplished over 200 LEED认证的建设项目，彰显绿色环保理念。
- Focusing on reducing energy consumption, waste, and water usage in its operations.
- Actively implementing sustainable building practices, including LEED certification for projects.
- Working to minimize environmental impact across all stages of construction, from design to delivery.
Inclusion & Diversity
25% Women
Leadership Representation
Swinerton has achieved significant representation of women in leadership roles within the company.
- Committed to creating an inclusive workplace and promoting diversity at all levels.
- Aims to increase diversity in its talent pipeline through outreach programs and strategic partnerships.
- Monitors and reports on diversity metrics with a focus on growth in underrepresented groups.
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