Award Winning Recruitment
Data Centre Recruitment Agency
Recruiting at every stage of the process
Data Centre phases and roles we recruit
We can recruit at every phase of the data centre life cycle. From building to maintenance and expansion (or even decommissioning), we have expert recruitment consultants who provide advice and guidance on your recruitment strategy. As one of the leading specialist data centre and operations recruitment agencies, we recruit all job titles at all levels, whether your organisation is recruiting into its data centre procurement team or hiring a data centre network engineer. Read more below.
Phase One - Assessment & Site Selection
AIM: Identify the optimal location for the data centre.
Key considerations in this phase:
- Proximity to power sources (renewable energy, reliable electricity grid).
- Climate (for free cooling options).
- Accessibility and security.
- Regulatory and zoning requirements.
Data centre jobs in phase 1
- Site Selection & Acquisition manager
- Real Estate Specialist
- Environmental Analyst
- Power and Energy Consultant
- Cooling and HVAC Specialist
- Pre-construction Director
Phase Two - Planning & Design
AIM: Define the technical and operational specifications.
Key elements in this phase:
- Energy efficiency goals (Power Usage Effectiveness, or PUE targets).
- Design type (greenfield vs. brownfield/retrofit).
- Power capacity and redundancy levels.
- Phased construction vs. full build-out.
- IT load and rack requirements.
- Compliance with standards (e.g., LEED certification, Uptime Institute’s Tier classifications).
Data centre jobs in phase 2
- Project Manager
- Architect
- Mechanical Engineer
- Electrical Engineer
- Network Architect
- Security Consultant
- Energy Efficiency Consultant
- Structural Engineer
Phase Three - Engineering & Detailed Design
AIM: Translate planning into actionable blueprints and technical specifications.
Key tasks in this phase:
- Engineering of electrical, mechanical, and cooling systems.
- IT infrastructure layout, including racks, networking, and cabling.
- Design of security systems (both physical and cyber).
- Finalizing environmental controls and fire protection systems.
Data centre jobs in phase 3
- Lead Architect
- Mechanical Design Engineer
- Electrical Design Engineer
- Structural Design Engineer
- Network Design Engineer
- Security Systems Designer
- BIM Specialist
- Fire Protection Engineer
- HVAC Design Engineer
- Data Center Design Consultant
- LEED Specialist (for sustainability certifications)
- IT Systems Designer
- Telecom Systems Engineer
Phase Four - Construction & Commissioning
AIM: Build the physical infrastructure and ensure it meets design and operational specifications.
Key tasks in this phase:
- Civil construction: Foundation, building shell, and structural work.
- Installation of power systems (UPS, generators), cooling units, and IT equipment.
- Network cabling and connectivity setup.
- Commissioning: Testing the equipment to ensure it performs as designed, including power, cooling, and failover systems.
- Addressing regulatory approvals and compliance during this stage.
Data centre jobs in phase 4
- Construction Project Manager
- Site Supervisor
- Civil Engineer
- Electrical Engineer (Construction)
- Mechanical Engineer (Construction)
- General Contractor
- Subcontractor (Electrical, Mechanical, HVAC, etc.)
- Facility Manager
Phase Five - Operations & Maintenance
AIM: Launch the data center into operation and manage it for ongoing performance.
Key activities in this phase:
- Moving in customers or workloads into the data center.
- Monitoring power usage, cooling efficiency, and overall performance.
- Regular maintenance schedules for equipment (generators, HVAC, etc.).
- Implementing upgrades and optimizing for energy efficiency.
- Managing security protocols and ensuring data privacy compliance.
Data centre jobs in phase 5
- Data Center Operations Manager
- Facility Manager
- Data Center Technician
- Network Operations Center (NOC) Technician
- Systems Administrator
- Network Engineer
- Electrical Maintenance Engineer
- Mechanical Maintenance Engineer
- Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst
Phase Six - Expansion or Decommissioning
AIM: Translate planning into actionable blueprints and technical specifications.
Key tasks in this phase:
- Engineering of electrical, mechanical, and cooling systems.
- IT infrastructure layout, including racks, networking, and cabling.
- Design of security systems (both physical and cyber).
- Finalizing environmental controls and fire protection systems.
Data centre jobs in phase 6
For Expansion:
- Expansion Project Manager
- Data Center Operations Manager
- Site Planner
- Construction Manager
- Electrical Engineer
- Mechanical Engineer
- Network Engineer
- Systems Integrator
- Facilities Coordinator
- Security Consultant
For Decommissioning:
- Decommissioning Project Manager
- Site Supervisor
- Environmental Consultant
- Asset Recovery Specialist
- IT Asset Disposal Specialist
- Health and Safety Officer
Case Study: How we help clients grow internationally
Read about how we partnered with a global data center (DC) solutions provider, who were rapidly growing their international presence across the Asian continent. Despite the clear desire to grow the business, our client faced significant recruitment challenges namely that they needed highly specialized talent to drive their projects forward, particularly in a market as niche and competitive as the one they were entering.
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Whether your organisations is currently hiring or in planning stages our team of Data Centre recruitment experts are here to help. Send us details about the roles you are recruiting for and our team of global Data Centre recruitment consultants will help identify the right talent for your team.