Senior Architect; Data Centre

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Architect Data Centre to lead the design, planning, and development of large‑scale mission‑critical data centre facilities.

• Lead the end‑to‑end architectural design and planning of data centre facilities.
• Develop conceptual, schematic, detailed, and construction‑ready designs for greenfield and brownfield data centre projects.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, and ICT requirements.
• Ensure designs meet operational scalability, sustainability, and reliability objectives.
• Develop layouts for white space, technical rooms, support facilities, and ancillary infrastructure.
• Incorporate TierIII and TierIV design principles and industry best practices into all projects.
• Ensure compliance with local building regulations, fire and life safety codes, and data centre standards.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, contractors, and project stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
• Conduct design reviews, feasibility studies, and space utilization assessments.
• Support site selection, due diligence activities, and capacity planning exercises.
• Review and approve architectural drawings, technical specifications, and design documentation.
• Drive sustainability initiatives including energy efficiency and green building practices.
• Manage design risks and recommend innovative solutions to complex architectural challenges.
• Support commissioning, operational readiness, and project handover activities.
• Stay current with emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in data centre design and construction.

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Architecture or a related discipline.
• Registered Architect or equivalent professional qualification preferred.
• 10+ years of architectural design experience, including significant experience in data centre projects.
• Proven experience designing hyperscale, colocation, enterprise, or mission‑critical data centre facilities.
• Strong knowledge of data centre planning and design principles.
• Knowledge of TierIII and TierIV standards.
• Building codes and regulatory compliance.
• Fire and life safety design.
• Sustainable and energy‑efficient design practices.
• Space planning and capacity management.
• BIM and 3D modelling tools.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks, BIM
  360, and other architectural design software.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams and managing complex projects.
• Strong understanding of data centre operational requirements and resilience strategies.
• Knowledge of Uptime Institute, TIA‑942, ASHRAE, NFPA, and related industry standards.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and presentation skills.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and project management capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work effectively in fast‑paced environments.