London, United Kingdom Hybrid Employment

AECOM is hiring an Associate Director Civil Engineering - Data Centres

About the Role

This role leads civil engineering efforts for data centre developments, managing design teams, client relationships, and project execution from concept through construction.

Responsibilities

  • Lead civil engineering design for large-scale data centre projects
  • Manage technical quality and accuracy of engineering deliverables
  • Coordinate with architects, MEP engineers, and structural teams
  • Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations
  • Oversee site development, grading, drainage, and utility systems
  • Prepare and review civil drawings, specifications, and calculations
  • Support project scheduling and budget management
  • Lead client meetings and present engineering solutions
  • Mentor junior engineers and technical staff
  • Conduct site visits and construction administration
  • Integrate sustainability practices into civil design
  • Manage external consultants and subcontractors
  • Ensure adherence to safety and environmental standards
  • Develop and maintain engineering standards and processes
  • Support business development and proposal efforts
  • Collaborate with project managers on delivery timelines
  • Review and approve submittals from contractors
  • Address field changes and construction challenges
  • Maintain familiarity with data centre infrastructure requirements
  • Promote innovation in site design and stormwater management
  • Ensure designs support high availability and redundancy
  • Work within fast-track project schedules
  • Coordinate with permitting agencies
  • Support risk assessment and mitigation planning
  • Ensure designs meet seismic and environmental criteria

Compensation

Competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience

Work Arrangement

Hybrid work model with office and remote options

Team

Part of a multidisciplinary engineering and design team focused on mission-critical facilities

Why This Role Matters

This position plays a critical role in shaping the infrastructure of next-generation data centres, supporting global digital connectivity and reliability.

What to Expect

You will work on technically complex projects with tight deadlines, collaborate with diverse teams, and contribute to innovative engineering solutions for high-performance facilities.

Sponsorship available for qualified candidates based on business needs

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About company
AECOM
AECOM is the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering solutions in water, environment, energy, transportation, and buildings. The company partners with public- and private-sector clients to solve complex challenges and build legacies through advisory, planning, design, engineering, and construction management. A Fortune 500 firm with $16.1 billion revenue in fiscal year 2025.
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Job Details
Department DCS
Category management
Posted 2 months ago