Delivering the world's most critical infrastructure.
Independent consultancy for data centre, substation, and mission-critical programmes across the UK, EU, and USA.
Key Statistics
• Decades of critical infrastructure delivery.
• Largest Hyperscale Campus successfully delivered.
• UK • EU • USA regional coverage.
Who We Are?
Qunix is an independent consultancy founded in 1998, delivering data centre, high-voltage, and mission-critical infrastructure programmes across the UK, EU, and USA.
We work as trusted advisors on the client side — supporting the world’s leading hyperscale operators, developers, and global consultancies with the technical depth and delivery capability that complex programmes require.
Built on decades of hyperscale delivery experience, Qunix brings genuine hands-on knowledge to every engagement.
Our Values
Independent.
Client-side only. No conflicts of interest.
Experienced.
Decades of hyperscale delivery.
Technical.
Deep expertise across electrical and civil infrastructure.
Trusted.
By owners, operators, and leading consultancies.
Global.
UK, EU, and USA delivery capability.
Seven core services across the full project lifecycle.
What We Do?
Client-Side Project & Contract Management
Full lifecycle project management and independent contract oversight — from feasibility through to operational handover.
HV Substation Delivery
High-voltage substation delivery at 400kV, 132kV, 33kV, and 11kV — including grid connection, bulk supply, and distribution substations.
Civil Works
Comprehensive civil delivery for data centre, substation, and critical infrastructure programmes. See dedicated section.
Fit-Out Delivery
White space and critical fit-out programmes delivered with precision.
Installation
Specialist installation resource for HV/LV, MEP, and critical systems.
Commissioning Support
Supporting client commissioning agents to deliver strategy, execution, and operational handover on the ground.
Commercial Management
Independent commercial governance — protecting the client’s position across all frameworks.
A specialist focus for Qunix.
Civil Works
Overview
Civil works form the foundation of every data centre and high-voltage programme we deliver. From substation compounds and HV cable routes to enabling works and site infrastructure, Qunix brings dedicated civil engineering expertise to complex, mission-critical programmes across the UK, EU, and USA.
Our civil works capability spans the complete lifecycle — from ground investigation and enabling works through to structural completion, drainage, containment, and reinstatement. We work directly for owners and developers, and in partnership with principal contractors and global consultancies who need dedicated civil delivery capability on the ground.
Substation Civils
• Substation compound formation and site preparation
• HV switchgear and transformer foundations
• Control and relay building construction
• Security fencing, gates, and perimeter works
• Access roads, hardstandings, and vehicle turning areas
• Firewalls, bund walls, and containment structures
• Oil containment and environmental protection systems
HV Cable Route Civils
• HV cable route planning and design coordination
• Open-cut trenching and directional drilling
• Duct installation, jointing bays, and draw pits
• Concrete surrounds, marker tape, and warning tiles
• Highway crossings and utility diversions
• Streetworks coordination and reinstatement
• Highway and footway reinstatement to permanent standards
Data Centre Enabling & Infrastructure Works
• Site clearance, demolition, and remediation
• Bulk earthworks, cut and fill, and level formation
• Ground stabilisation and piling coordination
• Foundation packages for generators, chillers, and cooling infrastructure
• External containment, walkways, and cable trenches
• Fuel storage bunds and tank foundations
• Perimeter security, access control civils, and gatehouse construction
Drainage & Utilities
• Foul and surface water drainage design and installation
• Sustainable drainage systems (SuDS) integration
• Attenuation tanks, soakaways, and pumping stations
• Water main connections and adoption agreements
• Telecoms and fibre duct installation
• Gas main coordination and diversions
• Utility interface with statutory undertakers
Highways & Reinstatement
• Highway works and public realm reinstatement
• Traffic management and highway licence coordination
• Local authority interface and inspection sign-off
Civil Governance & Compliance
• Principal Designer and Principal Contractor functions
• Environmental compliance and pollution prevention planning
• Ecological and arboricultural survey coordination
• Ground investigation and geotechnical review
• Planning conditions discharge and consultee response management
• Construction Environmental Management Plan (CEMP) delivery
Why Qunix for Civil Works
Civil works form the foundation of every data centre and high-voltage programme we deliver. From substation compounds and HV cable routes to enabling works and site infrastructure, Qunix brings dedicated civil engineering expertise to complex, mission-critical programmes across the UK, EU, and USA.
Our civil works capability spans the complete lifecycle — from ground investigation and enabling works through to structural completion, drainage, containment, and reinstatement. We work directly for owners and developers, and in partnership with principal contractors and global consultancies who need dedicated civil delivery capability on the ground.
Integrated Delivery.
We understand how civils interface with electrical and mechanical infrastructure — preventing programme clashes and scope gaps.
Regional Coverage.
Active delivery capability across the UK, EU, and USA.
Trusted by Consultancies.
We work in partnership with global consultancies and principal contractors on major infrastructure programmes.
Compliant.
Full compliance with all relevant standards across our regions.
Projects
Who We Work With
Qunix works at both ends of the industry — supporting owners and operators of hyperscale infrastructure, and partnering with the global consultancies who deliver for them.
Data Centre Owners & Operators
We support hyperscale operators, cloud providers, and colocation platforms delivering data centre programmes across the UK, EU, and USA — providing independent client-side capability across the full project lifecycle.
Global Consultancies
We work in partnership with leading international consultancies — providing local delivery capability, senior technical authority, and specialist civil and electrical resource on the ground within our regions.
Principal Contractors & EPC Partners
We support principal contractors and EPC organisations delivering hyperscale data centre and high-voltage programmes — providing specialist client-side interface, civil delivery capability, and commissioning support.
Manufacturers
We partner with leading electrical equipment manufacturers as their trusted installation and commissioning delivery partner across our regions.
Sectors
Data Centres
Hyperscale, colocation, and enterprise data centre programmes.
Substations & Energy Infrastructure
High-voltage substations at 400kV, 132kV, 33kV, and 11kV — including grid connection, bulk supply, and distribution substations.
Mission-Critical Facilities
Commercial, telecoms, and critical infrastructure requiring resilience, precision, and structured delivery.
Why QUNIX?
Full Lifecycle Coverage.
From feasibility through to operational handover — one consistent point of accountability.
Genuine Technical Depth.
Hands-on knowledge, not administrative oversight.
Independent & Client-Focused.
We work exclusively on the client side.
Embedded Resource Model.
We operate as an extension of the client team.
Commercially Rigorous.
Strong contract and commercial capability across all frameworks.
Global Reach.
Active delivery across the UK, EU, and USA.
Scalable Support.
From a single senior consultant to a fully embedded team.
Careers
Join Qunix
We are building a specialist team across project management, commissioning, civil engineering, and HV electrical delivery. If you are interested in working on some of the most critical infrastructure programmes in the UK, Europe, and the USA, we would like to hear from you.
Qunix is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We’re committed to building a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunity regardless of race, gender, age, any other characteristic protected by law.
Current Opportunities
• Commissioning Manager
• Project Manager — Data Centre Delivery
• Civil Engineer — HV Substation Delivery
• Full job specifications available on request
Send your CV and covering note to: info@qunix.co.uk
Contact Us
Qunix
Independent Client-Side Consultancy
United Kingdom • European Union • United States
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