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Specialist Recruitment for Critical Infrastructure

JDL Recruitment is a specialist recruitment consultancy focused exclusively on the data centre sector. We partner with organisations across the full project lifecycle, connecting them with experienced professionals and senior leaders across every stage of data centre development and operations throughout the EMEA, APAC & North America regions.

About JDL
Full Lifecycle Data Centre Recruitment

Areas of Expertise

Connecting data centre businesses with the specialist talent needed to deliver, operate and grow critical infrastructure.

Design & Development

Design & Development

Placing data centre design engineers, MEP specialists, BIM professionals and technical consultants who shape projects from concept through to detailed design.

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Construction & Commissioning

Construction & Commissioning

Recruiting data centre construction managers, project engineers, commissioning managers and MEP specialists responsible for delivering and validating mission-critical facilities.

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Operations

Operations

Providing data centre operations managers, critical facilities engineers, shift technicians and maintenance specialists who keep live environments running safely and reliably.

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Sales, Marketing & Commercial

Sales, Marketing & Commercial

Connecting data centre businesses with sales directors, business development managers, commercial managers and marketing professionals who support growth, partnerships and market expansion.

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The Numbers Behind Our Network

Proven Performance Across the Data Centre Sector

Built on specialist market knowledge, long-term client relationships and a deep network of data centre professionals globally.

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Why Choose JDL

Why Industry Leaders
Partner With JDL

100% Data Centre Focus

Dedicated exclusively to the data centre market.

100% Data Centre Focus

Access To Passive Talent

Connecting clients with experienced data centre professionals who are not actively on the market.

Access To Passive Talent

Founder-Led Recruitment

A hands-on approach led by industry specialists with deep knowledge of the data centre sector.

Founder-Led Recruitment

Long-Term Success

Focused on lasting placements that support both hiring needs and long-term business growth.

Long-Term Success
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For Clients & Candidates

For Clients & CandidatesConnecting Data Centre Businesses with the People They Need to Build, Deliver and Operate.

For Clients

Build Your Data
Centre Team

Partner With JDL
For Candidates

Advance Your Data
Centre Career

Our Candidate Process
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Current
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Mechanical Design Engineer

Netherlands
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Job Description

JDL Recruitment are delighted to be partnering with a leading AI cloud infrastructure company as they look to expand their team with a Mechanical Design Engineer in the Netherlands.This is a permanent, full-time position, working remotely from anywhere in the Netherlands with occasional travel. You'll…

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Global Head of Engineering

Toulouse, United Kingdom
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Job Description

Global Director of Engineering Location: UK preferred, with international travel across Europe and Asia. Role Overview A leading global data center developer is looking for a Global Director of Engineering to lead its multidisciplinary engineering function and provide technical leadership across its international portfolio. The…

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Project Director

London, united kingdom, United Kingdom
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Job Description

Project Director – Data Center Development We are working with a fast-growing data center developer delivering large-scale infrastructure across Europe. They are looking for an experienced Project Director to lead major data center projects from development and design through construction, commissioning and handover. Key Responsibilities…

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Project Director

Paris, Ile-de-France, France
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Job Description

Project Director – Data Center Development We are working with a fast-growing data center developer delivering large-scale infrastructure across Europe. They are looking for an experienced Project Director to lead major data center projects from development and design through construction, commissioning and handover. Key Responsibilities…

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Testimonials

Trusted By
Industry Leaders

‘’I cannot recommend Jodie enough. She brings a highly strategic and thoughtful approach to executive search. She takes the time to truly understand the business context, leadership dynamics, and long-term talent priorities, which translates into consistently strong and well-aligned shortlists. Her ability to engage senior leaders with credibility and discretion has been particularly impressive. What I’ve valued most is her partnership mindset. She is proactive, transparent, and genuinely invested in delivering outcomes that go beyond just filling a role. Working with her has been both seamless and productive, and overall, a real pleasure.”

HR Business Partner
Global Developer

“We have worked with Jordan and the team at JDL for over five years across multiple data centre projects. What I value most is the honesty. They are upfront about what is realistic, who is genuinely available, and what the market will bear. JDL is one of the few recruitment partners we keep coming back to, and the reason is simple. They deliver.”

SVP
Data Centre Developer

“At the start of building our new division, Jordan played a key role with his deep expertise and understanding of the data centre landscape. His network within the sector is a real asset. What sets him apart is his commitment to quality, honesty and integrity. He builds long-term relationships based on trust.”

Simon D
Talent Lead - Data Centre Developer

“I have worked with JDL since their inception in 2020. They have placed electrical and mechanical engineers, architects and design managers across construction operations in Europe and Asia. They take time to understand what you’re actually looking for, push back when appropriate, and follow through on every placement.”

Joshua H
Director - General Contractor
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