Climate & Environment Full-time

Senior Architectural Designer, Data Centers - Remote (U.S.)

AECOM

Posted

Mar 04, 2026

Location

Remote

Type

Full-time

Mission

What you will drive

We are seeking a Senior Architectural Designer with deep expertise in the design and delivery of colocation and hyperscale cloud data center facilities. The ideal candidate is a licensed architect with a proven track record of leading complex, mission critical projects from concept to commissioning. This role will play a key part in shaping the architecture of high-performance, secure, and scalable data center environments to meet the evolving demands of top tier cloud and colocation clients.

This position offers the flexibility of a remote work schedule and can be based from a variety of locations in the US were AECOM has an office.

AECOM is a leader in the global data center consulting industry with robust teams in the Americas, Europe, Africa, Asia, and Australia.  In this role, you will have the opportunity to work with our teams around the world on high-profile, fast-paced data center projects for global clients.  This is a hands-on, client-facing role with an opportunity for upward career mobility.  

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support 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.
  • Assist in coordination with consultants, contractors, and permitting authorities to support project delivery and regulatory compliance.
  • Serve as an architectural subject matter expert for hyperscale and colocation clients, ensuring operational efficiency, scalability, and reliability in facility design.
  • Maintain and apply knowledge of industry best practices and data center design trends.
  • Assist with business development, proposal writing, and conceptual architectural designs for new pursuits.

Profile

What makes you a great fit

We are seeking a Senior Architectural Designer with deep expertise in the design and delivery of colocation and hyperscale cloud data center facilities. The ideal candidate is a licensed architect with a proven track record of leading complex, mission critical projects from concept to commissioning. This role will play a key part in shaping the architecture of high-performance, secure, and scalable data center environments to meet the evolving demands of top tier cloud and colocation clients.

This position offers the flexibility of a remote work schedule and can be based from a variety of locations in the US were AECOM has an office.

AECOM is a leader in the global data center consulting industry with robust teams in the Americas, Europe, Africa, Asia, and Australia.  In this role, you will have the opportunity to work with our teams around the world on high-profile, fast-paced data center projects for global clients.  This is a hands-on, client-facing role with an opportunity for upward career mobility.  

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support 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.
  • Assist in coordination with consultants, contractors, and permitting authorities to support project delivery and regulatory compliance.
  • Serve as an architectural subject matter expert for hyperscale and colocation clients, ensuring operational efficiency, scalability, and reliability in facility design.
  • Maintain and apply knowledge of industry best practices and data center design trends.
  • Assist with business development, proposal writing, and conceptual architectural designs for new pursuits.

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