Senior Architect, Licensed Building Architect, Data Centers

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

📋 Description

• Oversee the architectural design for extensive hyperscale cloud data center and colocation initiatives from initial concept through construction administration and project closure.

• Collaborate with various engineering disciplines, construction teams, consultants, contractors, and external stakeholders to create coordinated design solutions.

• Develop and assess drawings, specifications, and technical documentation to ensure compliance with codes, standards, and client guidelines.

• Coordinate with permitting authorities to facilitate project delivery and adherence to regulatory requirements.

• Act as the architectural subject matter expert for hyperscale and colocation clients.

• Mentor and guide junior architects and designers in their professional development.

• Stay updated on industry best practices and the latest trends in data center design.

• Assist in business development, proposal creation, and conceptual designs for new opportunities.

• Engage in a hands-on, client-facing role on global data center projects.

• Travel occasionally for client meetings, project milestones, onsite collaboration, or critical business activities.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree with at least 8 years of relevant experience or a proven equivalent of experience and/or education.

• Proven experience with colocation and hyperscale data center projects.

• Familiarity with building codes, mission-critical infrastructure standards, and data center design specifications.

• Proficiency in BIM ACC (Revit), AutoCAD, and related design tools.

• Active U.S. Architectural license is preferred.

• LEED accreditation or equivalent sustainable design credentials are preferred.

• More than 5 years of experience working with hyperscale client standards and colocation facility delivery models is preferred.

• Experience in dynamic, global project environments is preferred.

• Extensive experience collaborating with permitting authorities and AHJs is preferred.

• Strong leadership, communication, and project management abilities.

• Capacity to work effectively in multidisciplinary and geographically diverse teams.

• Must be eligible to work in the United States; sponsorship is not available.

• Relocation assistance is not provided.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.

• Life, AD&D, and disability benefits.

• Paid time off.

• Leaves of absence.

• Voluntary benefits and perks.

• Flexible work options.

• Well-being resources.

• Employee assistance program.

• Business travel insurance.

• Service recognition awards.

• Retirement savings plan.

• Employee stock purchase plan.

• Award-winning training and development programs.

• Opportunities for career growth and leadership development.

• In-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location.