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Change the World.\nAt 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.\nThere 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.\nWe're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.\n AECOM Enterprise Capabilities is seeking an Associate Director - Architecture (Data Centers) with experience and/or interest in data centers to work in our Bogotá, Colombia office.\nInterested candidates, please share projects portfolio.\nResponsibilities include, but are not limited to:\nServe as the organization’s professional specialist in data center design and delivery, applying advanced theories, concepts, and principles to address the unique challenges of hyperscale, colocation, and edge data center projects.\nAct as a recognized leader and authority in data center architecture, driving innovation in areas such as energy efficiency (PUE optimization), modular design, renewable energy integration, and sustainability.\nLead the development and implementation of advanced design methodologies and best practices for data center projects, ensuring alignment with AECOM’s Sustainable Legacies strategy.\nManage architectural programs for data centers, including hyperscale campuses and multi-story colocation facilities, ensuring seamless coordination of all project phases from concept through commissioning.\nPlan and oversee detailed phases of major data center programs, ensuring technical deliverables meet client requirements, project schedules, and budget constraints.\nProvide leadership and guidance to multidisciplinary teams, including architects, MEP engineers, structural engineers, and commissioning agents, fostering collaboration and achieving technical objectives.\nMentor junior architects and design staff in data center-specific design principles, digital delivery workflows, and technical standards, promoting professional growth and knowledge sharing.\nAct as a key expert in business development pursuits for data center projects, contributing technical insights, design narratives, and strategic recommendations to secure new opportunities.\nCollaborate with senior leadership to craft compelling proposals, presentations, and design solutions tailored to the unique needs of data center clients, including hyperscale providers, colocation operators, and enterprise clients.\nServe as a key liaison across teams, ensuring seamless communication and coordination between clients, stakeholders, and internal teams to deliver high-value data center solutions.\nEnsure all data center designs meet or exceed industry benchmarks for reliability, scalability, and sustainability, while addressing future-proofing needs for emerging technologies like AI and edge computing.\n Minimum requirements\nProfessional degree in Architecture (required) and 8+ years dedicated to large-scale data-center design and delivery\nExpert-level proficiency in design software such as Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Adobe Suite, and BIM tools.\nExtended experience coordinating interdisciplinary teams and contributing to large-scale projects, and collaborating with other departments.\nDemonstrated ability to lead global, multidisciplinary teams and deliver high-scale projects.\nDeep knowledge of data center codes/standards: IBC, NFPA 75 & 76, ASHRAE Thermal Guidelines, Uptime Tier Topology, IEC / IEEE redundancy classifications.\nAbility to perform technical quality reviews and ensure deliverables meet established standards.\nPreferred requirements\nMaster’s degree in Architecture or a related field.\n12+ years of progressive architectural practice.\n Relocation assistance is not available for this position.\nSponsorship for Colombia work authorization is not available for this position, now or in the future.\nAt 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.\nAbout AECOM\nAECOM 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.\nAECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.\nWhat makes AECOM a great place to work\nYou will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.\nAs an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. 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