Engineering Manager Data Centre Build

Deliver World-Class Design on Complex, Mission Critical Projects

UGL is seeking an experienced Design Manager to lead the delivery of multidisciplinary engineering design across large complex mission-critical projects, including advanced data centre environments.

This is a senior leadership role where you’ll shape design outcomes, drive technical excellence, and lead high-performing teams from concept through to construction.

The Role

·         Lead end-to-end design delivery of mission-critical data centre and complex infrastructure projects, ensuring systems are engineered for resilience, uptime, redundancy and operational performance

·         Drive multidisciplinary design coordination across MEP and controls systems, resolving high-risk interface challenges critical to data centre reliability and commissioning outcomes

·         Manage design against program, budget and scope, ensuring commercial alignment while supporting the delivery of high-value, technically complex mission-critical facilities

·         Champion design governance and engineering assurance, including safety in design, risk management and compliance aligned to data centre standards and operational readiness

·         Build and lead a high-performing engineering team, mentoring senior resources while engaging stakeholders across the lifecycle of data centre and critical infrastructure delivery

About You

You are a senior engineering leader looking to play a key role in shaping high-profile infrastructure projects—bringing technical authority, commercial insight, and leadership to complex, multidisciplinary environments.

·         Relevant Engineering qualifications

·         Proven experience delivering Data Centres, Building Services or major infrastructure mission-critical projects

·         Strong track record leading high-performing, multidisciplinary design teams

·         Demonstrated experience in Design & Construct (D&C) project delivery

·         Commercially savvy with the ability to influence senior stakeholders

·         Committed to safety, innovation, and engineering excellence

Why UGL

At UGL, you’ll be part of a Tier 1 engineering and construction leader delivering some of Australia’s most complex infrastructure and mission-critical data centre projects—backed by the global strength of the ACS Group.

Through ACS Group, UGL is connected to a proven international track record in delivering hyperscale data centres, bringing global capability, innovation, and expertise to the Australian market.

·         Deliver landmark hyperscale data centre and major infrastructure projects shaping Australia’s future.

·         Join a business with a strong pipeline, offering long-term stability and continuity.

·         Progress your career with clear pathways into senior leadership and technical authority roles.

·         Work alongside high-performing, industry-leading engineering teams.

·         Be part of a collaborative, safety-first culture that values innovation and outcomes.

·         Benefit from a flexible environment that supports wellbeing and sustainable performance.

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If you're ready to step into a senior leadership role where you can influence design, mentor teams and deliver high-profile projects — we want to hear from you.