Principal Design Manager - Data Centre

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Company Description Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations. There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world. We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us. Job Description Here is what you will be doing: The Senior Project Manager Data Centres leads the technical execution of multidisciplinary engineering projects. It's essential to maintain a strong focus on water infrastructure. But the role also supports various other sectors to ensure comprehensive project delivery. Key responsibilities include the following tasks. Deliver EC Africa projects while managing status updates along with budgets and associated risks. Apply AECOM project management best practices alongside PDS structures as well as EC GEP frameworks. Leverage a solid technical background in water infrastructure alongside other engineering disciplines to guide critical discussions. Undertake full responsibility for design management tasks on all assigned projects. Analyze the commercial health of various projects to proactively advise delivery teams of potential concerns. Prepare project reporting to contribute key insights for monthly status reports. Review output from project cost systems to prepare schedule-based presentations. Deliver effective communication to clients as well as team members to clarify expectations. Prepare accurate cost proposals for upcoming multidisciplinary projects. Compile project reports alongside KPIs to ensure quality procedures are followed across multi-centric EC Africa projects. Coordinate closely with the Lead Office Project Manager alongside assigned design teams. Ensure all assigned design teams coordinate effectively with each other. Take responsibility for ensuring clients approve any scope changes before proceeding with additional work. Drive quality reviews to ensure appropriate Lead Verifiers are assigned to every project. Collaborate with clients to confirm the chosen design approach satisfies their exact scope of services. Support other Africa EC Lead project managers in their daily duties. Qualifications Here is what we are looking for: 8+ years of relevant industry experience in data centre infrastructure design. Demonstrate a proven background in water infrastructure design. Possess broader multidisciplinary exposure to support diverse project needs. Bachelor (BEng or BTech) or Master’s Degree in Engineering from an accredited university. Maintain active registration as a PrEng or PrTech Eng with ECSA or a similar accredited international body. Registration as a PrCPM with SACPCMP or certification as a PMP, PgMP, PfMP, PMI-SP or PMI-ACP through PMI. Additional Information At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment. About AECOM 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 2025. Learn more at aecom.com. What makes AECOM a great place to work 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.