Technical Design Lead – Data Centres

Overview

In this role, you will lead the design and delivery of complex hyperscale, colocation, and enterprise data centre projects in Europe. You will manage multi-disciplinary teams, ensure technical excellence, and nurture client relationships on high-profile, fast-paced engagements. Regular travel across UK&I and Europe is expected as you drive timely, high-quality design outputs. This is a hands-on, client-facing position with clear opportunities for career progression.

Pay / Benefits

• hybrid work options
• compensation and well-being programs
• global firm with transformation work
• diverse and inclusive workplace
• interview for disability-confident applicants
• Day 1 onboarding

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate multi-disciplinary design teams (Architecture, Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Security, Fire Protection, ICT, BMS/EPMS) across UKI and Europe
• Oversee all phases from due diligence and planning to construction documentation
• Ensure timely delivery of high-quality design outputs meeting client requirements and timelines
• Identify and mitigate project risks early with innovative, practical solutions
• Support Sector and Commercial teams on governance, compliance, and risk mitigation
• Build and maintain trusted client relationships and interface with Client CAM
• Present to clients and stakeholders to ensure timely, quality delivery
• Collaborate with design and delivery teams to ensure localisation and permitting compliance
• Respond to client requirements in a timely manner

Key requirements

• Chartered Engineer or Architect (or equivalent)
• Extensive experience in data centre design and/or project management
• Proven experience leading multi-disciplinary teams on complex data centre projects
• Strong understanding of permitting processes, building systems, regulations, and construction methodologies
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines in a dynamic environment
• Willingness to travel as required
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills

• communication
• interpersonal skills
• presentation skills
• Revit
• digital design workflows
• Uptime Institute Accredited Tier Designer or Accredited Tier Professional

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