Technical Design Manager Data Center
Pubblicato il 26-08-2026 - Aecom in Italia
We are seeking an experienced Technical Design Manager to join our dynamic and multidisciplinary data centre team. This role is pivotal in leading the design and delivery of complex hyperscale, colocation, and enterprise data centre projects in Europe in collaboration with our EU Centers of Excellence. You will be responsible for managing multi-disciplinary teams, ensuring technical excellence, and maintaining strong client relationships. This is a client-facing, hands‐on delivery role with opportunity for career progression, working on high-profile, fast-paced projects with global clients.
As part of this role, you will be based in Milan with occasional travels across our UK&I; + European offices for project related purposes.
The ideal candidate has a strong background in multidisciplinary design management with extensive experience in hyperscale or colocation data centres and critical facilities.
Lead and coordinate multi-disciplinary design teams (Architecture, Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Security, Fire Protection, ICT, BMS/EPMS).
Oversee all phases of data centre projects from site due diligence, campus planning, conceptual/schematic/detailed design, through to construction documentation.
Ensure timely delivery of high‐quality design outputs that meet client requirements and project timelines.
Identify and mitigate project risks early, providing innovative and practical solutions.
Support Project Managers and Project Directors on project's commercial and contractual governance, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation.
Collaborate with design teams and local and international delivery teams to ensure localization and permitting compliance.
Master Degree in Engineering (Building, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, IT).
7+ years of experience in data centre design and/or project management.
Proven experience in leading multi-disciplinary teams on complex data centre projects.
Strong understanding of permitting processes, building systems, r