Technical Design Lead - Data Centres

As a Technical Design Lead in our data centre team, you will steer complex hyperscale, colocation, and enterprise projects across Europe. You will lead multi-disciplinary design groups and ensure timely, high-quality outputs that meet client needs and timelines. You’ll manage risks, support contracts governance, and nurture key client relationships. This client-facing, hands-on role offers global exposure, travel, and clear opportunities for progression within a leading infrastructure firm.

• hybrid work options
• competitive compensation and benefits
• well-being programs
• global opportunities
• focus on equity, diversity and inclusion

• Lead and coordinate multi-disciplinary design teams across UKI and Europe
• Oversee all project phases from due diligence to construction documentation
• Deliver high-quality design outputs aligned with client requirements and timelines
• Identify and mitigate project risks with innovative solutions
• Support commercial governance and risk management for sector and commercial teams
• Build and maintain trusted client relationships and interface with Client CAM
• Present to clients and stakeholders ensuring timely delivery
• Collaborate with design and delivery teams to ensure permitting compliance
• Respond to client requirements in a timely manner

• Chartered Engineer or Architect (or equivalent professional qualification)
• Extensive data centre design and/or project management experience
• Proven leadership of multi-disciplinary teams on complex data centre projects
• Strong understanding of permitting, 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

• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Strong interpersonal abilities and client-facing mindset
• Cross-functional collaboration and teamwork
• Revit and digital design workflows
• Knowledge of permitting processes and regulatory compliance
• Understanding of building systems and construction methodologies