Birmingham, United Kingdom Hybrid

AECOM is hiring an Associate Director Civil Engineering - Data Centres

About the Role

Lead the future of critical infrastructure by shaping civil engineering solutions for high-performance data centres. In this role, you'll provide technical oversight from site evaluation through detailed design and construction, ensuring robust, compliant, and practical outcomes across complex projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver civil engineering leadership for data centre developments, guiding design governance and ensuring alignment with technical standards and regulations.
  • Develop and approve civil designs for site infrastructure, including grading, drainage, roads, utility systems, and earthworks, with a focus on constructability and long-term performance.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across geographies, integrating input from structural, mechanical, electrical, and environmental specialists to deliver cohesive project outcomes.
  • Support business growth through client consultations, feasibility assessments, and expansion planning, while mentoring engineers to strengthen technical depth across the practice.

Work Environment & Benefits

This position operates under a flexible hybrid model, balancing remote work with site or office presence to support collaboration and personal work-life integration. You'll have access to global technical networks, professional development resources, and dedicated learning platforms. Additional benefits include opportunities for community engagement through company-supported volunteering.

Required Skills
Civil EngineeringTechnical LeadershipSite Due DiligenceMasterplanningDetailed DesignConstruction SupportClient RelationshipsBusiness GrowthProject ManagementData Centre Infrastructure Civil EngineeringTechnical LeadershipSite Due DiligenceMasterplanningDetailed DesignConstruction SupportClient RelationshipsBusiness GrowthProject ManagementData Centre Infrastructure
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AECOM
AECOM is the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering solutions in water, environment, energy, transportation, and buildings. The company partners with public- and private-sector clients to solve complex challenges and build legacies through advisory, planning, design, engineering, and construction management. A Fortune 500 firm with $16.1 billion revenue in fiscal year 2025.
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Department DCS
Category management
Posted 2 months ago