Client Background

A leading general contractor was awarded a contract to construct a hyperscale data center in the Southwest U.S. for a major technology company. The project required rapid construction of a state-of-the-art facility to support cloud computing and AI workloads, with a compressed 18-month timeline and stringent quality and safety standards.

The Challenge

The data center’s complexity and tight schedule demanded a large, skilled workforce with specialized expertise. Key challenges included:

  • Specialized Trades: Sourcing electricians for high-voltage systems, HVAC technicians for cooling infrastructure, and NCCCO Crane Operators for heavy equipment installation.
  • Compliance Requirements: Ensuring workers met TWIC, DISA drug and background screens, OSHA certifications, and site-specific safety protocols.
  • Logistical Complexity: Coordinating travel, per diem, straight time, and overtime pay for a workforce deployed across multiple states.
  • Rapid Scaling: Staffing over 100 trades professionals within weeks to meet the aggressive schedule.

Without immediate access to qualified tradespeople, the contractor risked delays and penalties.

The Solution: Advastar Construction Recruiting

Advastar Construction Recruiting delivered a tailored staffing solution to meet the project’s demands. Our approach included:

  • Skilled Trades Staffing: Providing electricians with high-voltage expertise, HVAC technicians for precision cooling systems, and NCCCO Crane Operators for heavy lifts, all vetted for certifications and experience.
  • Compliance Management: Ensuring all workers met TWIC, DISA, OSHA, and site-specific safety requirements, streamlining onboarding.
  • Logistical Coordination: Managing travel, per diem, straight time, and overtime pay, ensuring transparency and cost control.
  • Rapid Deployment: Scaling the workforce to over 100 trades professionals within three weeks, aligning with the project’s critical path.

The Outcome

Advastar’s recruiting efforts enabled the contractor to deliver the data center on time and within budget. Key results included:

  • On-Schedule Completion: The project met its 18-month timeline, avoiding costly penalties.
  • Quality Assurance: Skilled trades ensured the facility met rigorous technical and safety standards.
  • Safety Excellence: Zero safety incidents, thanks to compliant, well-vetted workers.
  • Client Satisfaction: The technology company praised the contractor’s execution, leading to additional data center contracts.

Why Use Advastar Construction Recruiters?

Advastar’s extensive network of skilled trades professionals and expertise in compliance and logistics make us a vital partner for high-stakes construction projects. Our ability to rapidly deploy certified tradespeople ensures clients meet tight schedules and deliver exceptional results, every time.