Alex McCrudden

Lead IT Manager - New Jersey - Permanent ContractQCS staffing are partnered with one of the world’s top AI infrastructure companies. As an organisation, our client are leading a new era in cloud computing to serve the global AI economy. They create the tools and resources for their customers requirement to solve real-world challenges and transform industries, without massive infrastructure costs or the need to build large in-house AI/ML teams. To support our client’s continued growth, they are currently looking to hire a Lead IT Manager based in New Jersey.Responsibilities: Manage the IT support team to achieve KPIs in IT infrastructure support and project planning.Collaborating effectively with internal teams and external contractors to address technical and operational challenges.Developing clear and comprehensive documentation and manuals for hardware configuration, troubleshooting and maintenance.Planning, executing, and monitoring regular IT tasks to maintain and improve IT infrastructure operations.Manage IT support, including diagnosing and resolving issues related to IT hardware, and ensuring continuous support of the data center's IT infrastructure.Manage project tasks that include installation, upgrading, and dismantling of hardware based on operational requests and requirements.Processing Return Merchandise Authorizations (RMAs) in compliance with established manuals and procedures. Requirements: Requires extensive team management, with hands-on experience in diagnosing and resolving server hardware issues.A solid understanding of data center operations, as well as server and network equipment principles.Basic proficiency in the Linux operating system and familiarity with command-line tools.Practical experience working with server IT hardware, enterprise-grade network switches and fiber optic cables.Advanced Excel skills, including proficiency with pivot tables, formulas, lists and graph creation.A proactive, responsible and goal-oriented approach to work.Valid driver’s license If this role is of interest to you, please apply now!#LI-AM1

Senior IT Technician - France, Paris - Permanent Contract QCS staffing are partnered with one of the world’s top AI infrastructure companies. As an organisation, our client are leading a new era in cloud computing to serve the global AI economy. They create the tools and resources for their customers requirement to solve real-world challenges and transform industries, without massive infrastructure costs or the need to build large in-house AI/ML teams. To support our client’s continued growth, they are currently looking to hire a Senior IT Technician to help assist their Paris based project.Responsibilities: Lead IT support tasks across the data centre - including planning, escalations, diagnostics, and issue resolution.Manage installation, upgrade, and removal of server and network infrastructure.Collaborate with internal teams and external contractors to define root causes and implement hardware fixes.Draft and maintain operational procedures, technical reports, and documentation.Monitor and report on IT performance metrics, maintenance activities, and ticket statuses.Provide continuity in escalation support and act as a point of technical leadership on-site. Requirements: Requires extensive experience working with server/network hardware in data centres.Proven track record in planning and resolving complex technical issues.Command of Linux CLI tools, enterprise-level switch/server hardware.Strong English written and spoken fluency.Advanced Excel capabilities - pivot tables, formulas, charting.Active, initiative-taking, accountable, goal-orientated work ethic.Experience in project planning and coordination If this role is of interest to you, please apply now! #LI-AM1

Oracle Database Administrator - Valencia, Spain - 6 Month ContractOur client, an international IT service provider, is seeking Oracle Database Administrator to join them as a contractor, with the option to work fully remote or onsite within the charming region of Valencia. Starting at an initial 6 month contract, multiple extensions are expected and there is great, long-term potential. What you'll do: Provide support for all Database Hosting SDAsDesign, install, configure and support database infrastructureAdminister and support database systems including storage provisioning, VM provisioning, patching and upgradingImplement backups, standby databases and monitoringAssist in the design, development, implementation and maintenance of database automation tasks using Ansible or any other automation toolPerform database clones and backups/snapshot/clone/replication technologyProvide on-call support (either on-site or remotely using VPN connectivity) outside normal working hours as required on a rotational basis What you'll need: Experience with service management systems (ServiceNow or similar) and collaboration toolsExperience in integrating with Oracle Cloud products such as Oracle Integration Cloud, etc.Oracle OVM administration and support on ExadataNetworking configuration on ExadataOracle Enterprise Linux or RedHat Linux administration and supportExperience with Ansible or other automation technologiesExperience with NetApp NAS (or similar) hosting Oracle databases  If this role is of interest to you, please#LI-AM1

Field Network Engineer - US, Philadelphia - Permanent Contract QCS staffing are partnered with one of the world’s top AI infrastructure companies. As an organization, our client are leading a new era in cloud computing to serve the global AI economy. They create the tools and resources for their customers requirement to solve real-world challenges and transform industries, without massive infrastructure costs or the need to build large in-house AI/ML teams. To support our client’s continued growth, they are currently looking to hire a Field Network Engineer in Philadelphia which will require some travel.Responsibilities: Assist in the preparation and deployment of new infrastructure for upcoming launchesTroubleshoot and resolve hardware and network-related issues within U.S. data centersManage and coordinate remote IT operations by collaborating with smart hands in co-located facilities. Be prepared to travel for on-site installations and technical supportWork closely with cross-functional teams and external contractors to ensure seamless project executionDevelop and maintain comprehensive technical documentation detailing service operations and best practices Requirements: Extensive hands-on experience in project planning and technical problem-solvingStrong understanding of network technologies, including data center, server and network equipmentProficiency in IT hardware components, diagnostics and troubleshootingProactive, responsible, and goal-oriented mindsetExcellent written and verbal communication skills in EnglishWillingness to travel regularly for business tripsValid Category B driver’s licenseMay be required to travel to Kansas City MO If this role is of interest to you, please apply now! #LI-HD1

Senior Construction Project Manager - US, Virginia - Permanent Contract This is your opportunity to work for a global data centre company that partners with the world’s largest technology firms to provide robust and sustainable operating infrastructure. With significant investments secured, this data centre group is entering their next phase of growth and are looking to bring on board a Senior Construction Project Manager. Responsibilities: Develop and maintain relationships with key customers, operations, Finance and internal department leaders to assure project team fulfils the mission and objectives of the capital projects.Provide direction and support teams responsible for the preparation of scopes of work, project delivery resource requirements, cost estimates and budgets, work plan schedule and milestones, quality control, and risk identification.Oversees General Contractor, direct contractors (ex. Commissioning Agents), third party testing agencies, the project controls and MEP teams for each project. Responsible for tracking project time lines to ensure milestones are being met by each of these entities.Support Design team leadership for environmental, entitlement and permitting requirementsLeads the project delivery resources/team providing project guidance and direction to achieve project goals. Implements communication plan for meetings and written reports/meeting minutes to keep client and project resources informed.Optimize project cost-effectiveness and budget utilization including constructability reviews and Value Engineering (VE) into the design process. Requirements: A bachelor’s degree in Engineering, business, construction management or relevant field experience required.Extensive experience in General and/or Specialty Construction Project Management with extensive experience in data center or similar mission critical facilities.Able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.Must possess a current, valid state-issued driver’s license. If this role is of interest to you, please apply now to show your interest and we will be in touch. #LI-AM1

IT Data Centre Technician - France, Paris - Permanent Contract QCS staffing are partnered with one of the world’s top AI infrastructure companies. As an organisation, our client are leading a new era in cloud computing to serve the global AI economy. They create the tools and resources for their customers requirement to solve real-world challenges and transform industries, without massive infrastructure costs or the need to build large in-house AI/ML teams. To support our client’s continued growth, they are currently looking to hire a IT Data Centre Technician to help thier Paris based project!Responsibilities: Undertake hands‑on support of data centre IT infrastructure, including diagnosing and resolving server and network hardware issuesInstall, upgrade, de‑commission server racks and related hardware as requiredMaintain fiber‑optic and patch cabling connectivity throughout the facilityExecute routine IT tasks - hardware diagnostics, firmware updates, network troubleshooting - to keep systems running optimallyManage Return Merchandise Authorisations (RMAs) in line with internal processesProduce and maintain clear technical documentation and operational guidesCoordinate with internal teams and external partners to resolve technical challengesDrive specific workflows and tasks, monitor progress, and liaise with stakeholders to ensure project milestones are met Requirements: Requires extensive experience troubleshooting server hardware and data centre infrastructureStrong understanding of data centre operations, network switching and fiber‑optic connectivitySolid Linux skills - comfortable with command‑line toolsProficiency in enterprise‑grade server hardware and network equipmentExcel skills - pivot tables, formulas, charting, data analysisA proactive, goal‑oriented mindset and hands‑on, responsible approach If this role is of interest to you, please apply now!#LI-AM1