Senior Architect, Licensed Building Architect – Data Centers

AECOM

. Lead architectural design for large-scale hyperscale cloud data center and colocation projects from early concept through construction administration and closeout .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeRemote • Virginia • United StatesSenior💰 $165,000 - $200,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in architectural design for hyperscale and colocation data centers, ensuring compliance with industry standards and codes while leading multidisciplinary teams. Proven ability to mentor junior staff and support business development through effective communication and project management.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Architectural Design LeadershipColocation Data Center ExperienceBIM ACC (Revit) ProficiencyActive U.S. Architectural LicenseLEED Accreditation

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Hard Skills

Architectural DesignData Center DesignBuilding Codes KnowledgeMission Critical Infrastructure StandardsTechnical Documentation DevelopmentConstruction AdministrationSpecifications ReviewOperational Efficiency DesignScalability DesignReliability Design

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationProject ManagementCollaborationMentoring

Tools & Technologies

BIM ACC (Revit)AutoCADDesign Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Active U.S. Architectural LicenseLEED Accreditation

Industry Keywords

Hyperscale Data CenterColocation ProjectsPermitting AuthoritiesAHJsSustainable Design Credentials

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cloud

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead 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 on coordinated design solutions
Develop and review drawings, specifications, and technical documentation
Ensure compliance with codes, standards, and client design guidelines
Coordinate with consultants, contractors, and permitting authorities
Serve as architectural subject matter expert for hyperscale and colocation clients
Ensure operational efficiency, scalability, and reliability in facility design
Mentor and guide junior architects and designers
Maintain and apply industry best practices and data center design trends
Support business development, proposal writing, and conceptual architectural designs for new pursuits
Work with global AECOM teams on high-profile data center projects
Attend occasional client meetings, project milestones, onsite collaboration sessions, and other business-critical activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
Demonstrated experience with colocation and hyperscale data center projects
Knowledge of building codes, mission critical infrastructure standards, and data center design requirements
Experience with BIM ACC (Revit), AutoCAD, and related design tools
Active U.S. Architectural license
5+ years of experience working with hyperscale client standards and colocation facility delivery models
LEED accreditation or equivalent sustainable design credentials
Experience in fast-paced, global project environments
Extensive experience working with permitting authorities and AHJs
Leadership, communication, and project management skills
Ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary and geographically diverse teams
Sponsorship for U.S. employment authorization is not available; applicants must have U.S. work authorization

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
Award-winning training and development programs
Career growth and mobility opportunities
Global project opportunities
In-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location