Overview
The DataCo Delivery Lead owns end‐to‐end delivery of the full DataCo scope for Project ARES, a 1GW hyperscale renewable data and energy hub in the Northern Territory.
The role leads delivery across Tier III modular data halls, E3 closed‐loop dry‐cooler and direct liquid cooling systems, power integration and connectivity, built on a remote greenfield site behind the meter.
It is responsible for EPC contractor performance, tenant interface management, commissioning strategy and integrating early works capability into a unified DataCo delivery organisation.
The role is Perth based during FEED and transitions toward site as construction mobilises.
Key Responsibilities
Own delivery of Tier III modular data halls, E3 cooling and MEP systems, power integration and connectivity
Manage EPC contractor selection, contract management and performance oversight across building, cooling and connectivity packages
Coordinate the tenant interface at the ORv3 manifold battery limit to ensure clear scope delineation
Own DataCo commissioning strategy and sequencing to meet phased IT load ramp from 500 MW to 1 GW
Coordinate with the PowerCo Delivery Lead on integrated power‐to‐IT‐load commissioning and grid‐to‐chip power delivery
Report delivery progress, cost exposure and schedule risk to the Delivery Manager
Establish systems, registers and ways of working from a blank page




Promote strong HSE culture including site safety walks
Apply commercial and technical frugality, favouring proven fit‐for‐purpose solutions
Maintain position descriptions and conduct regular performance reviews for direct reports
Communicate proactively on progress, risk and areas of exposure
Required Experience
Degree in mechanical, electrical or building services engineering
Minimum 15 years delivering hyperscale or large‐scale data centre facilities
Experience with direct liquid cooling and Tier III design and construction
Cross‐discipline delivery capability across superstructure, cooling and MEP, power integration and connectivity
EPC contract management experience for first‐of‐kind designs in remote locations
Comfortable integrating early works capability into a main construction delivery organisation
Remote FIFO megaproject experience highly regarded
Based in or willing to relocate to Perth
Skills and Attributes
Accountable and proactive, taking visible ownership of delivery outcomes
Resilient under pressure, able to adapt plans as conditions change
Enduring in approach, building systems and documentation that support operations
Swift decision‐maker who balances timely action with rigour and safety
Hands‐on leadership across multiple concurrent EPC and vendor interfaces
Solid stakeholder management across technical, commercial and delivery teams

📌 Dataco Delivery Lead (Perth)
🏢 Harry Maxwell
📍 Perth