At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world. Job DescriptionWe are a multidisciplinary team working with Data Centre clients across both Hyperscale and Colocation and also Enterprise projects across Europe. These projects are led from our specialist data centre team based in the UK in conjunction with our local teams across Europe who ensure localisation and permitting delivery, but also other global design teams providing resource and capability to the projects. We are seeking an experienced Architect or Architectural Technologist with a strong technical background in the design of large multi-disciplinary design projects, preferably data centres. The candidate must be strong in technical design content, with a CSA bias and in design management, digital technologies, and design workflow. They will be expected to oversee design activities and the production of design information and maintain the level of quality that is expected throughout these projects. The preferred location for this role is Belfast, given its position as a key hub of expertise. The role will require travel throughout the UK, Ireland, and Europe. AECOM is listed as the 4th largest employer of architects worldwide in the World Architecture WA100 2025 survey, with over 1500 architects. Project / Design ResponsibilitiesSenior Architect/Designer on a portfolio of projects. Assist in coordinating the design across multi-disciplinary architectural and engineering teams, working closely with discipline leads to deliver integrated architectural and engineering outputs across projects. Ensuring all internal governance is followed both at bid stage and throughout the delivery of projects. Ensuring CDM Safety in Design principles are applied throughout all design stages of a project. Ensures the quality of technical work produced meets AECOM's Technical Excellence standards. Interact with clients, contractors, local authority representatives and others using skills of persuasion and negotiation to resolve critical issues. Make appropriate value judgements with respect to corrective work that supports the design concept and performance goals of the project. For projects on site: Ensure the latest software and digital techniques are utilised to increase productivity and identify where training opportunities for staff should be made available. Specific Skills Required: Must be proficient in the team management of, and use of, CAD. We use a range of CAD software, and training can be given to get you up to speed on the specific software needed for projects we are working on, which utilise AutoCAD & REVIT.In particular our approach to design utilises 3D modelling in REVIT for workflow, and direct 'hands on' experience and current working knowledge of REVIT is required. It would also be useful to have a working knowledge of Sketchup, Photoshop, InDesign, PowerPoint, Twinmotion and other presentation and render software. (Training can also be provided).Familiarity with working in Common Data Environments (CDE) like Forma ACC, ProjectWise, Autodesk Docs, etc. Creative, practical, adaptable and enthusiastic. Ability to think in a methodical way to design, plan and organize parts of projects. English language proficient, holding good communication skills to present information in speech, drawings and reports. QualificationsFully Qualified Architect or Technologist (Chartered or equivalent) and proven experience in working on large multi-disciplinary design projects, preferably in Data CentresWillingness and interest to work in a range of areas under the guidance of Associate Directors and / or Directors. Data Centres, Nuclear, Transport, Rail, Aviation, Education, Health Care, Laboratory, Science, and Logistics. Some experience of various forms of building contract will be helpful. An understanding and knowledge of the application UK Building Systems, Standards and Regulations and construction types. IT literate, with knowledge of CAD software, and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, TEAMS, etc).A clear work history and proof of professional development and learning. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment. About AECOMAECOM is the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you're working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed. You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients. AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person's potential, and we'll help you reach yours. We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long-term condition, who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role. com if you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme.
Senior Datacentre Architect in London employer: AECOM
At AECOM, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters innovation and collaboration. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through our extensive career development opportunities, flexible hybrid working model, and a culture that values diversity and inclusion. Join us in the South East, where you can make a meaningful impact on transport planning while enjoying a range of personalised benefits tailored to support your well-being and professional aspirations.
