Clear Executive Search supports organisations building world-class leadership teams from VP through to C-Suite. Working with established market leaders and high-growth businesses alike, our partners are trusted advisors to the board — bringing absolute discretion, deep market knowledge, and the insight to challenge thinking, not just fill a seat. We deliver globally across data centers, power & energy, and cooling.
Design & BuildDiscover 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.
Power & CoolingExplore 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.
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.
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.
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.
Included with every engagement
VP, Director and Head-of level positions placed via our executive search practice.
BMS/Controls Commissioning Manager Step into a senior leadership role at the forefront of mission-critical infrastructure delivery. This is an opportunity to take ownership of complex, high-value data…
View roleDirector of Construction Management | Pittsburgh, PA | $250k + 20-30% Bonus I'm currently working with a leading data center developer to identify a Director of Construction Management to join their g…
View rolePrincipal Recruitment Consultant Dubai Competitive Salary + Commission + Health Care + Visa Clear Recruitment is a specialised talent consultancy focused on Data Centers and Energy Infrastructure, ope…
View roleVP of Commissioning Norway based - Covering Europe Salary open for discussion The Role: A Nordic data centre developer is building out its commissioning function from the top — and needs a VP to own i…
View role** Relocate to Qatar* Looking for a Sr VP/VP Level Engineering professional to oversee and guide the design and implementation of all data center related engineering aspects. The positioning requires…
View role** Relocate to Qatar* Looking for a Sr VP/VP Level Engineering professional to oversee and guide the design and implementation of all data center related engineering aspects. The positioning requires…
View roleEach search begins with a structured leadership briefing that defines remit, scope and success measures. Clear then maps the relevant market segment, longlists qualified leaders, screens against the brief, presents a shortlist with written commentary and supports the client through interview, referencing and offer. Throughout, the engagement is exclusive and confidential.
Retained executive search is the standard model for VP, director and C-suite mandates. Fees are staged against delivery milestones, the search is exclusive and the assignment includes full market mapping rather than only candidates who happen to be active. Contingent recruitment is rarely appropriate at this level because passive leaders will not be approached without retained commitment.
A typical retained search runs eight to twelve weeks from kickoff to signed offer, with the longlist delivered around week three and the shortlist around week five. Discreet succession or replacement searches can run longer where confidentiality limits how widely the brief can be discussed.
Searches are run under non-disclosure where required. Briefs are shared with candidates only after written confidentiality is in place, the client identity is withheld until appropriate and internal references are coordinated to avoid signalling. Clients often use Clear specifically where an internal post cannot yet be widely known.
Coverage runs from director-level appointments through to C-suite, including CEO, COO, CTO, MD, VP and head-of mandates across data center operators, developers, OEMs, contractors and investors. Clear works with established market leaders, scale-ups and private equity portfolio businesses alike.
Private equity funds and executive teams retain us because we challenge their thinking, protect their reputation throughout the process, and deliver leaders who have real impact from the first week.
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.
Visit WebsiteDatacenter 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.
Visit WebsiteDesign 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.
Visit WebsiteVP 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.
Visit WebsiteDirector 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.
Visit WebsiteHR 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.
Visit WebsiteClear 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.
