Integrated Solutions for Data Center Design and Construction


Data centers are storing and processing more information than ever to connect us all to critical systems. These facilities must be resilient, high-performing, energy-efficient, flexible, scalable and reliable.

Our integrated approach is built on deep experience in architecture, engineering, construction and commissioning — developing innovative, optimized solutions to keep information flowing.

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in Power
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in Top 100 Design-Build Firms
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offices worldwide

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Christine Wood

Vice President, Mission Critical

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Christine Wood

Vice President, Mission Critical

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Mike Starbuck

U.K. Mission Critical Managing Director

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Milind Mainkar

Asia Mission Critical Director

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Sam Allen

Mission Critical Director

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Bryan Floth

Mission Critical Projects Director

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Tori Helm

Mission Critical Operations Manager

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Ken Schaefer

Construction Director

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Michael Kardokus

Regional Construction Manager

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David Bals

Department Manager

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Brandi Sauter

Section Manager

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Anu Tharanath

Department Manager

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Jarrod McMains

Section Manager

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Charles Clinton

Global Development Director

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Jack Lynch

Global Marketing Lead

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Our Full-Service Strategy Serves Your Bottom Line

Solutions that get your facilities online faster and lower the total cost of ownership give you a competitive edge and a reliable foundation for growth. As a leader in design-build project delivery across multiple industries and disciplines, our integrated team delivers efficient, cost-effective solutions.

#2

in Data Centers
(ENR 2024)

#3

in Telecommunications (ENR 2024)

#4

in Engineering/Architecture Firms
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At this time, Burns & McDonnell is not offering pure architectural services in the states of Illinois, Montana, New Hampshire or New Jersey. We may, however, provide design-build services for architectural projects.