Head of Datacenter Design & Construction (EU Wide, Remote) - Internet Service Provider

Are you looking for an exciting new opportunity? 

Join a pioneering company at the forefront of AI infrastructure development, powered by the world’s leading GPU manufacturer, NVIDIA. With an R&D core of approximately 850 top-tier AI engineers, many with extensive experience in big tech, the company specializes in creating world-class AI infrastructure. Headquartered in Amsterdam, it has a global presence with R&D hubs across Europe, North America, and Israel, operating worldwide as a Nasdaq-listed company.

The Nasdaq-listed AI infrastructure provider is searching for a skilled Head of Datacenter Design & Construction to join the team. If you would like to learn more about this opportunity, feel free to reach out and apply today! 

Responsibilities:

• Lead the full lifecycle of datacenter infrastructure projects, from site selection to go-live
• Set and enforce design standards for electrical, mechanical, and cooling systems across all regions
• Oversee third-party design firms, contractors, and engineering partners to ensure compliance with specifications, timelines, and budgets
• Provide hands-on technical leadership on systems including power distribution, UPS, generators, HVAC, and advanced cooling (air/liquid)
• Collaborate with internal teams across operations, procurement, IT, and sustainability to align infrastructure with business strategy
• Ensure compliance with local building codes, environmental regulations, and global best practices
• Drive the CAPEX budgeting and forecasting process for construction projects
• Monitor construction milestones, troubleshoot challenges, and implement design/process improvements

Skills/Must Have:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical, Mechanical, or a related Engineering field
• 10+ years of datacenter design and build experience, including 5+ in a senior leadership role
• Strong background in critical infrastructure systems: electrical, mechanical, and cooling
• Familiarity with Tier I–IV datacenter design standards
• Demonstrated success in delivering large-scale, complex datacenter builds
• Excellent leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Willingness to travel both regionally and internationally as needed

Preferred Certifications (Bonus):

• Chartered Engineer (CEng) or Professional Engineer (PE)
• Uptime Institute Accredited Tier Designer (ATD)
• PMP or equivalent project management certification

Benefits:

• Performance-based bonus structure
• Be part of a major global infrastructure expansion
• Work in a collaborative, engineering-led culture
• International travel opportunities and flexible working options