Design Manager, Data Centers

AECOM

Design Manager overseeing data center projects for AECOM. Responsible for project management from design to construction for global clients.

Posted 6/20/2026full-timeRemote • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $190,000 - $240,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead data center due diligence and design teams to deliver projects that meet the client’s requirements
Design disciplines will include architecture, civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, security, fire protection, ICT, and BMS/EPMS
Develop and enforce multi-site project and program management plans
Host and attend meetings with clients and external stakeholders
Proactively manage and communicate change throughout the project
Identify problems early and develop creative solutions
Develop technical and financial proposals for new and add/move/change data center design projects
Develop trusting relationships with client stakeholders/buyers

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering
ten (10) years of relevant experience
Master’s degree in Architecture, Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering (preferred)
Professional Engineer (P.E.) or Architecture License
12 years of relevant experience in design and/or project management (preferred)
Lean Six Sigma Certification (preferred)
Uptime Institute Accredited Tier Professional (preferred)
Active or recent leadership in data center and mission-critical trade organization (preferred)
Excellent communication (written/oral)
Ability to work in dynamic, time-sensitive situations and with minimal oversight
Team leadership skills
Strong interpersonal and presentation skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical
dental
vision
life
AD&D
disability benefits
paid time off
leaves of absences
voluntary benefits
perks
flexible work options
well-being resources
employee assistance program
business travel insurance
service recognition awards
retirement savings plan
employee stock purchase plan

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Hard Skills & Tools

data center designarchitecturecivil engineeringstructural engineeringmechanical engineeringelectrical engineeringplumbingsecurity systemsfire protectionICT

Soft Skills

communicationproblem-solvingteam leadershipinterpersonal skillspresentation skillsrelationship buildingchange managementproject managementcreativityadaptability

Certifications

Professional Engineer (P.E.)Architecture LicenseLean Six Sigma CertificationUptime Institute Accredited Tier Professional