Senior Architect, Licensed Building Architect, Data Centers

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

📋 Description

• Oversee the architectural design for large-scale hyperscale cloud data center and colocation initiatives from initial concept to construction administration and final closeout.

• Collaborate with internal engineering teams, construction personnel, and external stakeholders to create coordinated and integrated design solutions.

• Create and assess drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.

• Ensure adherence to codes, standards, and client design requirements.

• Work in conjunction with consultants, contractors, and permitting authorities to facilitate project delivery and regulatory compliance.

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

• Guarantee operational efficiency, scalability, and reliability in facility design.

• Mentor and guide junior architects and designers.

• Keep updated on industry best practices and trends in data center design.

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

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

• Participate in occasional, scheduled travel for client meetings, key project milestones, onsite collaboration sessions, or other critical business activities.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

• Licensed architect; an active U.S. Architectural license is preferred.

• Proven experience with colocation and hyperscale data center projects.

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

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

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

• LEED accreditation or equivalent sustainable design credentials are preferred.

• Experience in fast-paced, global project environments is preferred.

• Familiarity with permitting authorities and AHJs is preferred.

• Exceptional leadership, communication, and project management skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary and geographically diverse teams.

• Sponsorship is not available for this role.

• Must be able to work from a location in the U.S. where AECOM has an office.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, 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.

• Training and development programs.

• Remote work schedule.

• Global project opportunities.

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