Data Center - Construction

Metric DCX; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Metric DCX in Edmonton, Alberta, is seeking an experienced Senior Data Center Professional to lead on-site construction and commissioning of critical digital infrastructure. Location is Edmonton with flexibility to relocate or travel as needed.

You will oversee electrical/mechanical scopes, ensure safety compliance, and mentor junior staff while coordinating with project teams to deliver projects on schedule.

Qualifications

• Senior-level experience building data centers or equivalent markets.
• Strong knowledge of electrical and mechanical scopes.
• Ability to work independently and lead crews on site.
• Solid understanding of health and safety practices and site regulations.
• Clear communication and a team-first attitude.
• Based in Edmonton, Alberta, or willing to relocate.

Responsibilities

• Lead and carry out data center construction and fit-out activities on site.
• Install and terminate power distribution, cabling, containment, racking and mechanical systems.
• Read and work from drawings, specifications and project schedules.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, trades and subcontractors.
• Supervise and mentor junior professionals and technicians.
• Support testing, commissioning and handover.
• Uphold site safety, quality and compliance standards at all times.

Skills

Senior data center experience

Electrical knowledge

Mechanical knowledge

Independent leadership

Health and safety

Communication

Based in Edmonton

Job description

Our client is growing its data center build capability and looking for experienced Senior Data Center Professionals to join the team in Edmonton, Alberta. You’ll play a hands-on role in delivering critical digital infrastructure, from early construction through to commissioning and handover.

This is a great fit if you take pride in quality workmanship, safety and delivering complex projects on schedule. We’re open to candidates who are already in Edmonton and to those willing to relocate or travel.

What you’ll do

• Lead and carry out data center construction and fit-out activities on site
• Install and terminate power distribution, cabling, containment, racking and mechanical systems
• Read and work from drawings, specifications and project schedules
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, trades and subcontractors
• Supervise and mentor junior professionals and technicians
• Support testing, commissioning and handover
• Uphold site safety, quality and compliance standards at all times

What we’re looking for

• Proven senior-level experience building data centers or comparable markets(Advanced tech, Oil & Gas, Healthcare)
• Strong knowledge of electrical and mechanical scopes
• Ability to work independently and lead crews on site
• Solid understanding of health and safety practices and site regulations
• Clear communication and a team-first attitude
• Based in Edmonton, Alberta, or willing to relocate

Nice to have

• Experience with hyperscale or colocation builds