Job Title: Design Architect – Data Centres (Test Fits & TDD)
Department: Development
Reports To: CSO
Location: Hybrid remote, ideally commutable to Cheltenham HQ
Company Overview
Quantum Switch is a leading provider of enterprise-grade datacenter solutions, cloud connectivity, and managed infrastructure services to organizations worldwide. With multiple state-of-the-art facilities and a commitment to reliability, security, and sustainability, we enable our clients to focus on their core business while we manage their critical IT infrastructure.
Role Purpose
The Design Architect will own the architectural design strategy for data centre projects from early feasibility through to concept and technical due diligence (TDD) stages. This role ensures that test fits, feasibility studies, and TDD design packages are accurate, commercially viable, and aligned with client requirements. Acting as a design authority, the Design Architect will manage stakeholder expectations, coordinate with internal and external teams, to deliver scalable, compliant, and innovative data centre design solutions.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the development and approval of test fits and TDD design packages, ensuring proposals are commercially and technically sound.
* Act as the architectural design lead on due diligence and feasibility assessments, providing risk identification and mitigation strategies.
* Support the client interface during early-stage design discussions, including workshops, design reviews, and stakeholder presentations.
* Collaborate closely with MEP, structural, and civil teams to ensure integrated, buildable, and efficient solutions.
* Provide architectural design leadership during site acquisition, evaluating building/site suitability and advising senior management.
* Ensure compliance with local planning, building codes, fire safety, accessibility standards, and data centre-specific frameworks (Uptime Institute, BREEAM, LEED, etc.).
* Maintain accountability for architectural design quality and oversight of the design and build.
* Manage relationships with external consultants, contractors and Local Architects, ensuring successful coordination and approvals.
* Champion best practice, innovation, and continuous improvement in data centre architectural design.
Skills & Experience
* Degree in Architecture or Architectural Technology; professional accreditation (RIBA/ARB or equivalent) essential.
* Significant and demonstrable experience in architectural design for data centres, mission-critical facilities, or complex industrial projects.
* Proven track record of leading test fit design and stage II design.
* Demonstrable experience in client-facing roles, workshops, and senior stakeholder presentations.
* Expertise in Revit, AutoCAD, and BIM workflows; strong visualisation/presentation skills.
* Knowledge of Digital Twin desirable
* Strong understanding of MEP coordination and mission-critical building systems.
* Ability to lead and develop a design team, setting standards and mentoring junior staff.
* Commercial awareness with the ability to balance design quality with cost and programme constraints.
Personal Attributes
* Strategic thinker with strong leadership presence.
* Collaborative and influential, able to drive consensus across technical and commercial teams.
* Confident communicator, comfortable engaging with C-suite and clients.
* Proactive, decisive, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.
* Passionate about innovation, sustainability, and design excellence.
Pay: Competitive - DOE
Ready to make an impact? Join us at Quantum Switch where your expertise will help shape the future of data centers. Apply today
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
* Private dental insurance
* Private medical insurance
Application question(s):
* Do you have a Degree in Architecture?
* Have you got demonstrable experience of working for data-centres?
* Do you have a proven track resord of test-fit and stage II design?
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Cheltenham GL50 1TA