Data Centre Consultant (Design and Construction)

JR United Kingdom; Maidstone; Hybrid; GBP 76,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in the data centre sector is seeking a Data Centre Consultant (Design and Construction) to assist clients throughout the project lifecycle. This role involves advising on design, overseeing procurement strategies, and ensuring effective project delivery. Candidates should possess a strong engineering background and experience in data centre best practices. The position offers a hybrid working environment with a competitive salary of up to £90k per annum.

Qualifications

• Experience in data centre design and construction.
• Understanding of mechanical, electrical, and cooling systems.
• Proven ability to present complex ideas clearly.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on the design and delivery of data centre developments.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams on various project phases.
• Develop high-quality deliverables including reports and assessments.

Skills

Data Centre Design

Project Delivery

Communication

Problem Solving

Client-facing Skills

Education

Degree in Engineering or related discipline

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Scot Lewis Associates

Location:

maidstone, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

Data Centre Consultant (Design and Construction)

Working with a leading consultancy / advisory firm specialising in the data centre industry to secure the services of a Data Centre consultant (design and construction) who are working with investors, developers, operators and enterprise clients on high-impact international projects.

Based in London / hybrid working, paying up to £90k base.

The Data Centre Consultant role would suit someone from a design, construction, and engineering background who wants to apply their experience across a broad range of client-facing, strategic, and technical advisory work.

As a Data Centre Consultant, you’ll play a key role in supporting the delivery of advisory engagements across the full lifecycle of data centre development — from early site selection and feasibility through to design management, supply chain procurement, construction oversight, and commissioning strategy.

• Experience in data centre design, construction or project delivery, ideally in an operator, engineering or contractor environment.
• Proven understanding of critical systems design (mechanical, electrical, cooling, etc.) and data centre delivery best practices.
• Strong communication and client-facing skills, with the ability to present complex ideas clearly.
• A proactive mindset with an ability to adapt, learn, and solve problems in dynamic environments.
• Comfortable working across multiple projects and collaborating with diverse teams.
• Degree-qualified in Engineering, or a related discipline (Chartered status a plus).

Responsibilities:

• Advise clients on the design and program delivery of data centre developments.
• Support or lead engagements spanning technical due diligence, feasibility assessments, design oversight, procurement support, and construction strategy.
• Provide subject matter input across MEP systems, layouts, infrastructure resilience, phasing strategies, and buildability.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, including design consultants, PMs, engineers, and client stakeholders.
• Develop high-quality deliverables including client reports, technical memos, design reviews, and risk assessments.
• Stay current on market trends, technology innovation, and industry standard
• Represent the company in client meetings, industry events, and project workshops.

Please apply now for immediate consideration and further details.

Keywords: Data Centre, Design, Construction, Engineering, mechanical, Electrical, Cooling.

Scot Lewis Associates Ltd is acting as an employment business.