We are seeking a **Lead Architect** with deep expertise in the design and delivery of colocation and hyperscale cloud data center facilities. The ideal candidate is a licensed architect with a proven track record of leading complex, mission critical projects from concept to commissioning. This role will play a key part in shaping the architecture of high-performance, secure, and scalable data center environments to meet the evolving demands of top tier cloud and colocation clients. This position offers the flexibility of a remote work schedule and can be based from a variety of locations in the US where AECOM has an office. **Although the position is primarily remote periodic travel may be required for client meetings, key project milestones, onsite collaboration sessions, or other business-critical activities. Travel is expected to be occasional and scheduled in advance.** **Key Responsibilities:** - 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 to develop fully coordinated and integrated design solutions. - Develop and review drawings, specifications, and technical documentation, ensuring compliance with codes, standards, and client design guidelines. - Manage coordination with consultants, contractors, and permitting authorities to support project delivery and regulatory compliance. - Serve as the architectural subject matter expert for hyperscale and colocation clients, ensuring operational efficiency, scalability, and reliability in facility design. - Mentor and guide junior architects and designers, fostering technical excellence and design innovation. - Maintain and apply knowledge of industry best practices and data center design trends. - Support business development, proposal writing, and conceptual architectural designs for new pursuits. **Qualifications** **Minimum Qualifications:** - 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. - Experience with and knowledge of building codes, mission critical infrastructure standards, and data center design requirements. - Experience in BIM ACC (Revit), AutoCAD, and related design tools. **Preferred Qualifications:** - 5+ years of experience working with hyperscale client standards and colocation facility delivery models. - Active U.S. Architectural license. - LEED accreditation or equivalent sustainable design credentials. - Experience working in fast paced, global project environments. - Extensive experience working with permitting authorities and AHJs. - Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills. - Ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary and geographically diverse teams. **Additional Information** - Relocation is not available for this role - Sponsorship is not available for this role - **THIS POSTING IS FOR A CURRENT VACANCY, AND AECOM INTENDS TO FILL THIS POSITION BY NOVEMBER 9, 2026.** At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. **To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.** AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits 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 absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.