Mechanical Technical Director: Data Centres with Visa Sponsorship in Glasgow

This is an exciting opportunity for a Mechanical Technical Director specializing in Data Centres with AECOM in Glasgow. This role is ideal for experienced professionals, including foreign / overseas applicants, as visa sponsorship is readily available. While the salary is not explicitly stated, AECOM is a global leader, promising competitive compensation and significant career growth within a thriving sector.

Job Description

As a Mechanical Technical Director at AECOM, you will serve as a key ambassador in the data centre community, both externally across EMEA and internally within AECOM Europe and globally. This pivotal role involves leading a team of technical experts across the UK, collaborating closely with international colleagues in the Data Centre sector.

You will be instrumental in maintaining and expanding AECOM's position in the Hyperscale and Co-location segments of the Data Centre market, driving thought leadership and strategic objectives. Your responsibilities will encompass technical delivery, work winning, client management, and team development, contributing significantly to the continued successful growth of AECOM's Technology / Data Centre Sector.

Requirements

• Strong career background in the delivery of Mechanical project work across Data Centres and Mission Critical Environments.
• Proven experience of leading DC project work streams in UK & preferably across EMEA.
• Demonstrable client facing and work winning experience.
• Ability to demonstrate excellent team leadership and development capability.
• Detailed Knowledge of Mechanical design, engineering practices, techniques and procedures for Data Centres and how it ultimately interfaces with the client.
• Applicants must either possess the right to work in the UK or be eligible for Skilled Worker (Tier 2) visa sponsorship.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work with AECOM, a world-renowned infrastructure consulting firm delivering a better world.
• Freedom to grow in a world of opportunity with hybrid work options.
• Be part of a global team of over 50,000 professionals delivering projects with positive and tangible impact.
• Significant career development within a rapidly expanding and critical sector.
• A culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, with a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities.

How to Prepare

For Nigerians and other African immigrants eyeing this Mechanical Technical Director role, it's crucial to tailor your application to UK standards. Ensure your CV highlights your leadership experience in data centre projects, ideally with quantifiable achievements, and that your LinkedIn profile reflects this expertise to UK employers. Prepare a compelling cover letter that directly addresses your suitability for a technical director role in data centres and your understanding of the UK market, while subtly indicating your need for visa sponsorship.

When preparing for the interview, be ready to discuss your commercial acumen and experience in managing project financials, as well as your team leadership and development capabilities. Be proactive in discussing your visa sponsorship needs, framing it as a straightforward procedural matter given AECOM's explicit offer of sponsorship.

• Ensure your CV is polished, concise, and formatted for UK employers, highlighting leadership in data centre projects.
• Update your LinkedIn profile to showcase your expertise and professional network relevant to the UK engineering sector.
• Craft a bespoke cover letter that addresses the specific requirements of the Technical Director role and your understanding of the data centre market.
• Prepare to discuss your Chartered Engineer (CEng) status with CIBSE or equivalent, and how your qualifications align with UK engineering standards.
• Research AECOM's recent data centre projects and be ready to articulate how your experience can contribute to their strategic objectives.

Visa Sponsorship & Foreigner Eligibility

Visa / Skilled Worker (Tier 2) sponsorship is AVAILABLE for this role. This means that foreign and overseas applicants who require a UK work visa are explicitly welcome to apply. If you are unsure about your eligibility or require sponsorship, you should clearly state your need for a Skilled Worker visa in your application or cover letter.