Professional Architect; Data Centres

Company Description

AECOM’s Enterprise Capabilities team is looking for a Professional Architect (Data Centres) to join our team in our South Africa offices.

Fundamental to our Think and Act Globally strategy and digital adoption, Enterprise Capabilities (EC) is AECOM’s primary vehicle for workshare. Operating across geographic boundaries and time-zones, EC partners with regional and Global Business Line project teams to provide technical expertise, accelerate delivery and keep AECOM competitive in the industry.

With a team of over 3000 technical professionals located across nine countries and remote technical anchors, EC teams are trusted to deliver high-quality, specialist services that help to fill capability gaps, resourcing needs and technical constraints on projects of all scopes and sizes.

Start here. Grow here.

• Deliver discipline involvement in projects and ensure effective delivery input of others.
• Work on detailed and routine engineering assignments involving calculations, drawings, reports and technical specifications.
• Undertake design development, design review, supervision, coordination and design documentation for data centre projects.
• Guide junior engineers and independently perform all tasks necessary to complete design works.
• Ensure Design Brief compliance, completeness and accuracy throughout all project phases.
• Manage design coordination within Architecture and across all Cross-Discipline teams.
• Plan, design and review the construction of physical structures with particular focus on data centre infrastructure requirements.
• Develop and review data centre-specific designs including cooling systems, power distribution, cable management and infrastructure layouts in compliance with industry standards.
• Conduct site visits and inspections to assess existing conditions and monitor construction progress against approved designs.
• Liaise with clients, stakeholders and external consultants to understand project requirements and communicate design solutions effectively.
• Prepare comprehensive technical documentation, specifications and construction drawings for data centre facilities.
• Identify and assess design risks and implement mitigation strategies to ensure project success and operational efficiency.

• BArch or BSc in Architecture.
• Over 3 years experience as an Architect
• Registered as a full Professional Architect (SACAP)

At AECOM, you will have freedom to grow in a world of opportunity

At AECOM, our Freedom to Grow philosophy supports flexibility and balance to help our people thrive. As part of this approach, we ask all hybrid employees to work from an AECOM office at least three days per week.

AECOM 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.

AECOM 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 2024. Learn more at

You 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.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.