Clear Recruitment

Contract & Freelance

When a project cannot wait, Clear mobilises. Our Contract & Freelance expertise has a strong presence across the EMEA data centre space — working with colocation operators, MEP sub-contractors, and specialist vendors. Since inception, we have placed experienced contractors across Design, Project Management, Quality, Commissioning, HSE, and C-suite disciplines at pace and with precision.

Case Studies

Design & Build
Design & Build

160+ placements for industry leaders

Discover how we support the world's most critical infrastructure through specialist recruitment for data center operators and contractors. With over 160 combined placements for partners including NTT, VIRTUS, Winthrop and Dornan, we deliver high-calibre talent across construction, design and technical operations.

NTTVIRTUSWinthropDornan
Power & Cooling
Power & Cooling

83+ placements across specialist OEMs

Explore our proven track record in the power and cooling infrastructure sectors, featuring 62 placements for Anord Mardix and 21 placements for Airedale. We specialise in sourcing expert talent for critical roles including electrical, service and commissioning engineers.

Anord MardixAiredale

The Packages We Offer

We offer retained search and recruitment process outsourcing to support both targeted critical hires and large-scale delivery programmes. Each model is structured to reduce risk, improve visibility and deliver technically aligned talent.

Ideal for senior, specialist or critical roles

Retained Search

Retained search is designed for roles where accuracy, discretion and depth of search are essential. This model provides a structured, end-to-end recruitment process supported by targeted headhunting, market mapping and proactive candidate engagement.

  • A staged fee structure aligned to delivery milestones
  • Targeted headhunting of passive and inactive candidates
  • Access to hard-to-reach talent through direct outreach and industry networks
  • Sophisticated search marketing and employer representation
  • A fully managed, end-to-end recruitment process
Ideal for scale, pace and consistency

Recruitment Process Outsourcing

Our RPO model supports clients managing multiple hires, accelerated expansion or ongoing recruitment demand. It provides a dedicated Clear team embedded into your hiring process, delivering predictable outcomes, transparency and consistent candidate quality.

  • A dedicated team of sector specialists
  • End-to-end outsourced recruitment delivery
  • Bespoke screening and assessment templates
  • Accelerated hiring through proactive sourcing and pipeline development
  • Predictable monthly invoicing and clear cost forecasting

Included with every engagement

What You Can Expect Across Both Packages

All applicants vetted and technically screened
A dedicated three-person delivery team
A single, streamlined point of contact
Shortlists delivered within agreed timelines
Pre-defined candidate pre-screening
Interview feedback provided within 24 hours

Live Contract & Freelance Roles

Open contract and rotational positions on live programmes — typically rapid-deploy with day-rate structures.

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London Area, United Kingdomabout 11 hours ago
Project & Construction ManagementContract & Freelance

Construction Manager – Data Centre (ELV) Location: London Contract Type: Freelance / Contract Duration: 6–8 Months Start Date: ASAP Key Responsibilities Manage day-to-day construction activities acros…

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Slough, England, United Kingdom2 days ago
Contract & Freelance

CSA Supervisor – Data Centre Location: Slough, Berkshire UK Contract: 6+ Months Contract Immediate Start I’m currently looking for an experienced CSA Supervisor to join a major data centre project in…

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European Union7 days ago
Project & Construction ManagementAutomation & ControlsContract & Freelance

Mechanical & Electrical QA/QC Lead Engineers Denmark & Sweden Contract 6 - 12 months We are currently seeking three experienced Mechanical and Electrical QA/QC Lead Engineers to join our client, a spe…

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Frankfurt, Hesse, Germany7 days ago
Automation & ControlsContract & Freelance

Job Title: BMS/EPMS Engineer – Data Centre Location: Germany - Frankfurt Salary: €60,000 – €80,000 per year + benefits Rotation: 10/4 About the Role: We are seeking an experienced BMS/EPMS Engineer to…

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Bratislava, Slovakia7 days ago
Design & CommissioningAutomation & ControlsContract & Freelance

BMS Engineer – Data Centres Frankfurt, Germany Up to €75,000 Basic + Tax-Free Allowances + Flights + Accomadation We are currently recruiting for an experienced BMS Engineer to join a leading organisa…

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Madrid, Community of Madrid, Spain7 days ago
Design & CommissioningAutomation & ControlsContract & Freelance

BMS Engineer – Data Centres Frankfurt, Germany Up to €75,000 Basic + Tax-Free Allowances + Flights + Accomadation We are currently recruiting for an experienced BMS Engineer to join a leading organisa…

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WhatOurClientsSay

Construction directors and project leads rely on us because we answer the phone when the pressure is truly on — and we always deliver.

Head of Site Services EMEA | Anord Mardix

Matthew Johnson

I partner with Max for all our engineering recruitment. His service is second to none and always delivers within a couple of weeks from the first call.

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Datacenter Manager | VIRTUS Data Centers

Ben Kay

I have and do use James for my recruitment needs. He is professional throughout and will go the extra mile to get the right candidate in place.

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Design Director | Equinix

Wayne Aston

Tom was one of the only recruitment specialists I dealt with that took the time to meet me in person and understand what I was looking for. A very professional service from a personable recruitment company.

UK Service Manager | SEW Eurodrive

Karl Rigg

Clear Engineering Recruitment have placed a couple of quality engineers with us recently, they take time to understand our needs and make sure the right people are put forward.

Divisional Director | Hurley Palmer Flatt

Grant Penfold

Having known Tom for many years, he has always acted diligently and professionally in all aspects of recruitment. I have no hesitation in recommending him as the go-to person.

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VP of Operations | DataCore Infrastructure

Sarah Williams

Clear Recruitment has been instrumental in helping us build our data center team. Their understanding of the industry and ability to find top talent quickly has made them our go-to recruitment partner.

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Director of Engineering | Nexus Power Solutions

James Mitchell

The team at Clear truly understands the nuances of recruiting for critical infrastructure roles. They consistently deliver high-caliber candidates who fit both the technical requirements and company culture.

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HR Director | GreenGrid Energy

Emma Thompson

Working with Clear has transformed our hiring process. Their expertise in the energy sector means we spend less time searching and more time building our team with the right people.

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Specialist Recruitment for Mission-Critical Projects

Clear works exclusively in data centers, power, and cooling which means we know your roles, your timelines, and your market better than generalists ever could. If you have a hiring challenge, we're ready to help.