Trusted Data Center Recruitment Agency Across North America
NES Fircroft has supported the global energy and engineering sector since our inception. Our extensive network and local market expertise allow us to provide comprehensive data center workforce solutions, connecting you with the industry's top candidates to advance your projects. With 15+ offices across North America and a global framework in 45 countries, our dedicated teams have long-standing experience across all date center verticals, including utility-scale, gas-powered, and renewable energy facilities. We have the specialist knowledge and recruitment power to support your ambitions in expanding your existing facility, building a greenfield site, or entering a new market.
Our data center consultant team can help you with…
- Auditing your current workforce, identifying gaps, and recommending targeted training and development initiatives to ensure you have a sustainable talent pipeline.
- Flexible solutions for short-term contractors or long-term permanent hires, covering engineering, technical, back office, executive, and C-suite roles.
- Deploying dedicated teams under Statement of Work (SOW) arrangements or owner’s engineering models to support project development, technical execution, and operational oversight.
- Relocating personnel across the U.S., Canada, or internationally through our global mobility and Employer of Record (EOR) services, enabling engagement in areas where you don’t have a physical entity, ensuring compliance with legal frameworks and supporting business expansion.
- Securing experienced operations and maintenance professionals to optimize uptime, performance, and reliability across your data center infrastructure.
Data Center Expertise
Our data center recruiters draw on global talent pools and localized sourcing strategies to find high-demand skill sets, fast. We have successfully sourced and placed talent in critical data center roles across the U.S., including:
Design & Engineering
- Project Manager
- Architects
- Civil Engineers
- Mechanical Engineers
- Electrical Engineers
- Network Engineers
- Security Consultants
Construction & Installation
- Construction Managers
- Filled Service Engineers
- Skilled Tradespeople: Electricians, Plumbers, HVAC Technicians, Steelworkers, Concrete Specialists
Commissioning & Testing
- Commissioning Agents
- QA/QC Inspectors
- Environmental & Safety Officers
Operations
- Facilities Managers
- Data Center Technicians
- Maintenance Teams
NES Fircroft supports every stage of the data center project lifecycle:
- Planning & Engineering
- Mobilization & Procurement
- Civil & Installation Works
- Construction
- Commissioning
- Operations & Maintenance (O&M)
In addition to our knowledge of the data center industry, we also have vast experience in next-generation solar plants, onshore wind farms, nuclear stations, and battery storage systems. This breadth of expertise allows us to deliver comprehensive workforce solutions that address all the difficulties associated with your hiring process.
We have staffed major data center projects throughout the U.S. and Canada, providing on-the-ground support through our local teams. We cultivate authentic relationships with hiring managers and candidates to ensure a mutually beneficial fit for all parties. Our proven success includes key workforce service agreements with leading developers, consultancies, and EPCs, ensuring critical project checkpoints and deadlines are met.
U.S Expertise
The U.S. data center market continues to expand at an unprecedented pace. Power availability, land access, and regional incentives drive development in established hubs and emerging secondary markets. States like Virginia, Texas, and Oregon remain central to growth, while new activity in the Midwest and Mountain regions reflects a broader geographic diversification.
We’ve provided placements for high-profile developments across states, including:
- ADC – Indiana
- Yondr Data Center – Virginia
- DCD – Iowa
- RED – Texas
- DEN 2 – Colorado
- NBF – Nebraska
- Apple Data Center – Oregon
- EAT03 – Washington
Canada Expertise
Canada’s power sector is attracting investment into data centers, particularly in Ontario and Quebec. The country’s power grid is experiencing heightened pressure as demand for AI and digital infrastructure grows, leading to a surge in new development and grid modernization efforts.
Our teams are embedded in the field, helping clients navigate regulatory requirements and staffing challenges unique to the Canadian landscape. We’ve supported key data center projects in Canada, leveraging our local presence and comprehensive understanding of provincial labor markets.
- CIC – Quebec
- OT1 - Ontario
Our Recruitment Services
Permanent Hire
We have over 50 years of experience in orchestrating retained search activities, enabling businesses to hire strategically and effectively.
Executive Search
We’ll find C-Suite personnel with shared responsibility and purpose to innovate your Board and secure your succession planning.
Contract Staffing
We manage tens of thousands of contractors globally, delivering industry-leading logistics support and payroll.
Assignment Support
We support contractors throughout their assignments, taking care of their welfare, travel practicalities and payroll.
Payroll
Our streamlined service is award-winning and fully compliant in the respective localities of our internationally mobile contractor base.
Consolidation
Our consolidation service will save costs, increase hiring efficiencies and improve your compliance levels.
Compliance
Our globally based team understand local legislation requirements and will help businesses to regain compliance in their employment.
Employer of Record
Expand your global presence without registering a new business entity; we can hire employees on your behalf, with minimal risk.
Managed Services Provision
We have decades of experience in delivering effective contingent workforce solutions and mobilisation programmes.
Recruitment Process Outsourcing
Outsource all or part or your direct hiring; we manage high volume demand and have a global candidate reach.
Our Regional Offices
Case Study - Data Center USA
Securing O&M Experts for Data Center Maintenance
This OEM client required a recruitment partner who could secure several local hires for their sites in Cheyenne and San Antonio in just 30 days. NES Fircroft was chosen to deliver the scope.
Why Choose NES Fircroft as Your Data Center Recruitment Agency?
End-to-End Workforce Solutions
We help North American based companies source, deploy, and retain specialist talent domestically and internationally, minimizing hiring risk while maximizing workforce performance.
Expertise in Complex Projects
We have staffed large-scale, high-specification data center builds, bringing expertise across renewables, utilities, T&D, and critical infrastructure. Our experience ensures reliable project delivery and quality outcomes.
Scalable, Localized Support
Our North American network provides flexible and scalable recruitment solutions, including award-winning legal, payroll, immigration, and assignment support teams that ensure your projects remain compliant, on time, and within budget.