Data Centre Consultant

Akkar; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Akkar is seeking a technically strong consultant to support advisory engagements across the planning, design, procurement, delivery and operational readiness of mission-critical facilities. Working with multidisciplinary teams, you will provide independent advice that helps clients make informed technical and commercial decisions on complex projects.

The role blends hands-on engineering insight with strategic thinking and offers exposure to a wide range of projects, stakeholders and

Qualifications

• 3–8 years' experience delivering complex engineering or construction projects.
• Experience in mission-critical, industrial, manufacturing, energy, healthcare or similarly complex environments.
• Degree in engineering, construction or related technical discipline; professional accreditation advantageous.
• Strong ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical and strategic advice across the lifecycle of major infrastructure projects.
• Support and lead feasibility studies, technical reviews, due diligence exercises, procurement activities, and delivery strategies.
• Review engineering solutions with a focus on resilience, efficiency, maintainability, and long-term operational performance.
• Collaborate with clients, designers, contractors, project managers, and specialist consultants.
• Prepare clear, high-quality reports, presentations, technical assessments, and recommendations.
• Identify project risks and opportunities, helping clients navigate complex delivery challenges.
• Keep up to date with emerging technologies, market developments, and industry best practice.
• Contribute to business development activities and represent the organisation in meetings, workshops, and industry events where appropriate.

Skills

Technical advisory

Engineering background

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Multitasking

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

The Role

You'll support and lead advisory engagements across the planning, design, procurement, delivery, and operational readiness of mission‑critical facilities. Working alongside multidisciplinary teams, you'll provide independent advice that helps clients make informed technical and commercial decisions.

The role combines technical expertise with strategic thinking and offers exposure to a wide variety of projects, stakeholders, and international assignments.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical and strategic advice throughout the lifecycle of major infrastructure projects.
• Support and lead feasibility studies, technical reviews, due diligence exercises, procurement activities, and delivery strategies.
• Review engineering solutions with a focus on resilience, efficiency, maintainability, and long‑term operational performance.
• Collaborate with clients, designers, contractors, project managers, and specialist consultants.
• Prepare clear, high‑quality reports, presentations, technical assessments, and recommendations.
• Identify project risks and opportunities, helping clients navigate complex delivery challenges.
• Keep up to date with emerging technologies, market developments, and industry best practice.
• Contribute to business development activities and represent the organisation in meetings, workshops, and industry events where appropriate.

About You

You will combine strong technical capability with excellent communication and consulting skills.

You'll likely have:

• Around 3-8 years' experience delivering complex engineering or construction projects.
• Experience within mission‑critical, industrial, manufacturing, energy, healthcare, or similarly complex environments.
• A sound understanding of mechanical, electrical, or integrated building systems.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to communicate technical concepts to non‑technical audiences.
• Experience managing multiple priorities while working collaboratively across diverse teams.
• A degree in engineering, construction, or a related technical discipline. Professional accreditation is advantageous but not essential.