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Senior Architect (Licensed Building Architect), Data Centers - Remote (U.S.)

at AECOM

📍 Chicago , IL Remote Posted March 03, 2026
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Position Details

Type Full-Time
Experience senior
Exp. Years 10+ years
Education Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture
Category Engineering (Non-Software)

About this role

This role involves leading the architectural design and delivery of large-scale hyperscale and colocation data center projects, ensuring compliance, innovation, and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead architectural design for data centers
  • Collaborate with engineering and construction teams
  • Develop technical documentation
  • Manage project coordination and compliance
  • Mentor junior architects

Technical Overview

Focus on data center architecture, building codes, BIM tools like Revit and AutoCAD, and project management for mission-critical infrastructure.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a licensed senior architect with over 10 years of experience in designing and delivering large-scale data center projects, particularly hyperscale and colocation facilities. They possess strong leadership skills, expertise in building codes, and proficiency with Revit and AutoCAD.

Must-Have Skills

Licensed Architect10+ years architectural experienceExperience with data center projectsKnowledge of building codesRevitAutoCAD

Nice-to-Have Skills

LEED accreditationGlobal project experiencePermitting authority experience

Tools & Platforms

RevitAutoCAD

Required Skills

Architectural DesignBuilding CodesData Center DesignHyperscale Data CentersColocation FacilitiesRevitAutoCADConstruction AdministrationTechnical DocumentationProject Management

Hard Skills

Architectural DesignBuilding CodesData Center DesignHyperscale Data CentersColocation FacilitiesRevitAutoCADConstruction AdministrationTechnical DocumentationProject Management

Soft Skills

LeadershipCollaborationTechnical ExcellenceDesign InnovationMentoringCommunication

Certifications

Required

Active U.S. Architectural License

Preferred

LEED accreditation

Industry & Role

Industry Construction & Engineering
Job Function Architectural design and project leadership for data center facilities

Keywords for Your Resume

Senior ArchitectData CenterHyperscale Data CenterColocationBuilding CodesRevitAutoCADConstruction AdministrationTechnical DocumentationProject ManagementArchitectural LicenseDesign & DeliveryMission CriticalData Center DesignClient-facing

Deal Breakers

Lack of active U.S. Architectural License, Less than 10 years of experience in architecture, No experience with data centers, Inability to work remotely from Chicago

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