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Sr. Data Center Advosor

Remote • Posted 3 hours ago • Updated 3 hours ago

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Contract Independent

Remote

$150/hr

Vaco by Highspring

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Summary

Senior Data Center Advisor (Part-Time Consultant)
Overview
Our client is launching an innovative, next-generation data center business focused on high-density AI and HPC (High Performance Computing) environments. They are seeking an experienced Senior Data Center Advisor to serve as a strategic consultant during an initial research and development phase.
This is a unique opportunity for a seasoned data center operations leader to help shape operational strategy, evaluate infrastructure designs, and provide subject matter expertise for a cutting-edge data center platform.
Engagement Details

Part-time consulting engagement
Approximately 10 hours per week
Initial 3-month contract
Primarily remote
Occasional travel may be required for site evaluations and due diligence activities
Potential opportunity to transition into a full-time leadership role depending on project outcomes and business expansion plans

Key Responsibilities

Advise leadership on data center operations and maintenance (O&M) strategy
Develop recommendations for service delivery and operational readiness
Review data center facility designs and plans from an operational perspective
Assist in creating staffing models, shift schedules, and maintenance programs
Support development of operating expense (OPEX) estimates and budgets
Provide guidance on vendor selection and management
Help negotiate long-term service agreements with equipment, cooling, and electrical vendors
Advise on customer-facing service level agreements (SLAs)
Participate in technical discussions with prospective customers and stakeholders
Provide expertise throughout the data center lifecycle including planning, construction, commissioning, and operations

Ideal Background
The successful candidate will bring a combination of operational leadership and hands-on data center expertise.
Required Experience

Experience managing critical data center facilities
Strong background in data center operations and maintenance
Experience supporting or leading data center commissioning activities
Knowledge of power, cooling, MEP, and critical infrastructure systems
Experience developing operational processes, staffing models, and maintenance programs
Ability to advise executive leadership and communicate with technical and non-technical stakeholders

Highly Preferred

Experience managing multiple data center facilities or portfolios
End-to-end lifecycle experience including:
- Planning
- Design review
- Construction
- Commissioning
- Operations
Experience supporting AI-focused, HPC, or next-generation data center deployments
Exposure to direct liquid cooling or advanced cooling technologies
Background working with hyperscalers or large-scale colocation providers
Experience with organizations such as:
- Microsoft
- Meta
- Equinix
- QTS
- Aligned
- CoreWeave
- Similar data center infrastructure providers

Preferred Qualifications

Former Navy Nuclear, Navy Engineering, or military operations background
Maritime industry experience is a plus
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Consulting mindset with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced R&D environment
Comfortable partnering directly with executives, engineers, and project teams

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Dice Id: 10115369
Position Id: 484139
Posted 3 hours ago

Company Info

About Vaco by Highspring

Vaco is the Talent Solutions division of Highspring, a leading global professional services organization. With expertise in Accounting and Finance, Technology and Digital, and Human Resources and Operations, Vaco provides Contract Staffing and Direct Hire solutions. Vaco’s parent company, Highspring, helps clients with two additional integrated service offerings: Consulting and Managed Services. With more than 10,000 employees across more than 45 offices worldwide, Highspring gives partners the agility to thrive, address challenges, and seize opportunities in a rapidly changing world. Get to know us at vaco.com. 

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