Primary Location: CA - Toronto, ON - 1200 Markham RoadCompensation: CAD 148,000 - CAD 198,000 - yearlyJob DescriptionAECOM isseekinga talented and experiencedDesign Managerto overseea wide variety of colocation andhyperscale data center projectsincluding site due diligence,master-planning, detailed design, and construction administration. The ideal candidate has experience managing the design of colocation and hyperscale data centers, has a background in electrical engineeringor mechanical engineering, andpossessesexceptional written and verbal communication skills.Job ResponsibilitiesLead data center due diligence and design teams to deliver projects that meet the client’s requirements, on schedule and to a high degree of quality. Design disciplines will include architecture, civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, security, fire protection, ICT, and BMS/EPMS.Manage project resources, including onboarding/offboarding staff to ensure appropriate resourcing for project needs.As our projects are located across Canada, the delivery teams will be a combination of data center SMEs in our centers of excellence and engineers local to the project site. Hence strong communication and management skills are essential.Host and attend meetings with clients and other stakeholders.Identify problems early and develop creative solutions.Manage AECOM’s data center design team, fostering a sense of comradery, collective ownership, and collaboration.Proactively manage and communicate change throughout the project.Oversee,



and perform peer reviews and quality checks in line with client and AECOM standards.Proactively communicate with all stakeholders to provide project updates and resolve outstanding issues.Develop technical and financial proposals.Build trusting relationships with clients.Minimum RequirementsBachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or electrical engineering, plus 8 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.Experience in hyperscale data centers; preferred in the local market.Emotional intelligence and situational awareness: Demonstrated ability to assess social and professional dynamics, adapt communication style accordingly, and respond appropriately in diverse situations.Strong interpersonal judgment: Capable of understanding group dynamics and adjusting tone, messaging, or actions to align with the context and audience.Situational adaptability: Ability to read social cues, navigate nuanced environments, and make informed decisions based on audience or stakeholder reactions.Preferred QualificationsProfessional Engineer (P.E ng.) or Architecture License12 years of relevant experience in design and/or project managementActive or recent leadership in hyperscale data center and mission‑critical trade organizationAbility to work in dynamic, time‑sensitive situations and with minimal oversightTeam leadership skillsStrong interpersonal and presentation skillsAdditional InformationAECOM 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 perks, perks, well‑being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.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. Artificial intelligence will be used to support the screening, assessment, and selection of applicants for this role. Final hiring decisions are made by the hiring team.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Data Center Design Manager - C$148,000 - C$198,000 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 AECOM
📍 Winnipeg