Job Title: Data Center Due Diligence Specialist
Location: San Jose, CA (Onsite)
Duration: Contract
Role Overview:
We are seeking a Data Center Due Diligence Specialist with strong experience in full site buildouts from scratch. The ideal candidate will be responsible for evaluating, planning, and supporting end-to-end data center infrastructure, including power, cooling, networking, and vendor management.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead data center due diligence for new site buildouts and expansions
- Assess site feasibility, including space, power availability, cooling capacity, and network readiness
- Work on end-to-end infrastructure planning (power, HVAC/cooling, racks, cabling, connectivity)
- Evaluate and manage vendors, OEMs, and contractors
- Review and validate designs, layouts, and technical specifications
- Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety, and regulatory requirements
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, facilities, network, construction)
- Identify risks, gaps, and optimization opportunities during site assessment
Required Skills & Experience:
- Experience in data center site buildouts (greenfield or brownfield)
- Strong knowledge of:
- Power infrastructure (UPS, generators, PDUs)
- Cooling systems (CRAC/CRAH, liquid cooling preferred)
- Networking & structured cabling
- Experience in vendor evaluation and management
- Ability to review architectural and engineering designs
- Strong understanding of data center standards (Uptime Institute, Tier levels, etc.)
- Hands-on experience with capacity planning and infrastructure scaling
Nice to Have:
- Experience with hyperscale or enterprise data centers
- Familiarity with sustainability and energy efficiency practices
- Certifications related to data center design or facilities (CDCP, Uptime, etc.)
