Data Center Technical Lead

Company DescriptionWork with Us. Change the World.At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.Job DescriptionAECOM is seeking to hire a highly skilled Data Center Technical Lead for our US Data Center practice.- The candidate will oversee and drive the delivery of multiple, concurrent, complete data center design solutions aligned with the scopes, schedules, and budgets of the projects- Coordinate with architects, engineers, and contractors to develop and implement ACS ("Architectural, Civil & Structural") strategies and plans for building access control and security systems. Collaborate with the design team to integrate ACS components into the building's infrastructure and ensure compatibility with other MEP systems in the data center- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, MEP engineers, consultants, contractors, and subcontractors to coordinate the design, installation, and maintenance of MEP systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, BMS & EPMS, security, and telecom systems. Ensure seamless integration and proper functioning of these systems throughout the design and construction life cycle of the data center project- Review ACS and MEP design drawings, specifications, and plans to identify potential conflicts, errors, or issues. Coordinate with the design team to resolve any conflicts or discrepancies and ensure compliance with building codes, regulations, and industry standards- Assist in the development and management of project schedules, budgets, and resources related to ACS and MEP systems in data centers. Monitor project progress and provide regular updates to the project team. Coordinate with contractors to ensure timely procurement and delivery of ACS and MEP equipment and materials- Conduct regular quality assurance and quality control sessions/audits to ensure that ACS and MEP deliverables meet client requirements while following the stage gate QA/QC process- Identify and resolve technical issues and challenges related to ACS and MEP systems during the design, execution, commissioning, and handover stages. Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to develop innovative solutions and ensure the smooth operation of these systems within the data center- Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation related to ACS and MEP systems, including design logs, drawings, specifications, submittals, RFIs (Requests for Information), and project correspondence. Prepare regular progress reports and participate in project meetings to provide updates on ACS and MEP coordination activities- Ensure compliance with all relevant building codes, regulations, and safety standards for ACS and MEP systems in data centers. Implement safety in design and promote a safe working environment and identify potential hazards or risks associated with systems involved- Demonstrate strong leadership skills to motivate and manage project teams, promote collaboration, resolve conflicts, and facilitate effective teamwork. The ability to delegate tasks, provide clear directions, and mentor team members is important for project success- Responsible for providing architectural guidance, calculations, analysis, studies and recommendations for a specialized segment of the Architectural Discipline within the schedules and budget of an assigned project.- May manage various size groups of architects, designers and/or specialists.- May work on modest size projects and/or assist Project Architectural or Engineering Managers with higher grades.Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Architecture with 6 years of experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and or education.- Minimum 5 years of experience in ACS and MEP design management/coordination in a densely engineered data center environment and tech sector in a similar role within the industryAdditional Information- Professional certification such as CDP (Certified Data Center Professional) or PMP (PMI) Certified Project Management Professional- Strong knowledge of ACS and MEP systems, including architectural, civil structure, HVAC, electrical distribution, plumbing, fire protection, building automation, telecom, and security specific to data centers- Proficiency in using ACS and MEP coordination software and tools (Revit, Navisworks, BIM, and AutoCAD) and in reading and interpreting ACS and MEP design drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.- Proficiency in key concepts such as Tier levels (Tier I-IV), PUE (Power Usage Effectiveness), WUE (Water Usage Effectiveness), DCIM (Data Center Infrastructure Management), redundancy & reliability requirements, hot aisle/cold aisle containment, and data hall cooling terminology- Familiarity with Scopes of Work and relevant building codes, regulations, and standards for data center projectsOffered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is 130,000 to 170,000.About AECOMAECOM is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absence, voluntary benefits, perks, U.S. and global well-being programs, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.AECOM is the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.Freedom to Grow in a World of OpportunityYou will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you're working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion - a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We're the world's trusted global infrastructure firm, and we're in this together - your growth and success are ours too.Join us, and you'll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm - access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person's potential, and we'll help you reach yours.All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.ReqID: J10113732Business Line: B&P - Buildings & PlacesBusiness Group: DCSStrategic Business Unit: EastCareer Area: DesignWork Location Model: HybridLegal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc