Design Project Manager, Data Centers

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Virginia.

📋 Description

• Manage colocation and hyper-scale data center initiatives from site evaluation, campus planning, and conceptual/schematic/detailed design through to construction documentation and administration.

• Lead teams focused on data center due diligence and design across various disciplines, including architecture, civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, security, fire protection, ICT, and BMS/EPMS.

• Ensure project delivery aligns with client specifications, timelines, and quality benchmarks.

• Create and implement multi-site project and program management strategies.

• Organize and participate in meetings with clients and external stakeholders.

• Proactively oversee and communicate project modifications both within AECOM and to clients.

• Detect issues early and devise innovative solutions.

• Provide project updates and address unresolved matters with stakeholders.

• Formulate technical and financial proposals for new and add/move/change data center design assignments.

• Build strong relationships with client stakeholders and decision-makers.

• Collaborate with global AECOM data center teams on high-profile assignments.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering, along with ten (10) years of relevant experience or a proven equivalent in experience and/or education.

• A Master's degree in Architecture, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering is preferred.

• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license or Architecture License is preferred.

• A minimum of 12 years of relevant experience in design and/or project management is preferred.

• Lean Six Sigma Certification is preferred.

• Uptime Institute Accredited Tier Professional certification is preferred.

• Recent or active leadership experience in a data center and mission-critical trade organization is preferred.

• 12 years of experience in colocation and/or hyper-scale data center design management and engineering is preferred.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

• Capability to thrive in fast-paced, time-sensitive environments with minimal supervision.

• Strong team leadership abilities.

• Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills.

• Eligibility to work in the United States.

• Permanent residency sponsorship is available for current H-1B visa holders in the United States.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.

• Life, AD&D, and disability insurance.

• Paid time off.

• Leaves of absence.

• Optional benefits and perks.

• Flexible work arrangements.

• Resources for well-being.

• Employee assistance program.

• Business travel insurance.

• Awards for service recognition.

• Retirement savings plan.

• Employee stock purchase plan.

• Award-winning training and development opportunities.

• Resources to enhance technical knowledge and leadership capabilities.