A licensed Building Architect is needed at AECOM to lead the design and delivery of colocation and hyperscale cloud data center facilities from concept through commissioning. This remote U.S.-based role involves close collaboration with global engineering teams and clients to create high-performance, secure, and scalable data center environments.
What You'll Do
- 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
- Coordinate 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
What We're Looking For
- Licensed architect
- Proven track record of leading complex, mission critical projects from concept to commissioning
- Expertise in the design and delivery of colocation and hyperscale cloud data center facilities
Benefits & Compensation
- Flexibility of a remote work schedule
- Opportunity to work with global teams on high-profile, fast-paced data center projects
- Hands-on, client-facing role with opportunity for upward career mobility
- Occasional travel scheduled in advance for client meetings, key project milestones, onsite collaboration sessions, or other business-critical activities
Work Mode
Remote with periodic travel required; position can be based from a variety of locations in the U.S. where AECOM has an office
AECOM is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by applicable law.
