Manager of Sustainable Data Center Solutions to atNorth

About the Company

atNorth is a fast-scaling Nordic data center company with operations in Iceland, Sweden, Finland, and Denmark. They deliver high-density colocation and build-to-suit infrastructure, seamlessly combining technological innovation with environmental responsibility to power sustainable, high-performance computing. Their mission is simple yet ambitious: to deliver more compute for a better world. They aim to push the boundaries of efficiency and sustainability, enabling digital transformation across industries while minimizing ecological impact. 

At atNorth, sustainability isn’t just an add-on, it’s at the core of how they build, design, and operate. Their sites are sited to leverage Nordic advantages, access to abundant renewable energy, stable grid systems, and natural cold climate for efficient cooling. They also pursue circular economy principles such as reusing waste heat and sustainable procurement. In recent years, atNorth has grown not only in geographic reach but also in technical depth. 

We at Asta Agency are partnering with atNorth in this recruitment process. The process is managed by Asta, and you will then be employed directly by atNorth.

About the Position

As Manager of Sustainable Data Center Solutions, you will play a pivotal role in leading atNorth’s commitment to operational excellence and environmental sustainability. You will drive initiatives that reduce the environmental footprint of their data centers, spearhead the integration of innovative energy and water efficiency technologies, and ensure full compliance with European Union (EU) regulations and internal sustainability goals.

You will collaborate closely with the Development, Engineering, and Site Selection and Design teams to embed sustainability considerations into the planning, design, construction, and operation of atNorth's facilities. Acting as a key representative of atNorth, you will engage with local teams, suppliers, and sub-contractors to ensure the company’s sustainability vision is consistently delivered across all markets. You will also work in close partnership with our Sustainability team, which focuses on restoration and ecosystem development, to further strengthen atNorth’s commitment to long-term environmental impact and resilience.

This role is ideal for a passionate, visionary expert with a proven track record in building and scaling impactful sustainability programs, and who thrives in a dynamic, high-growth environment.

Key responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive sustainability strategy across atNorth’s data center portfolio, focused on reducing carbon emissions, energy consumption, water usage, and waste generation.
• Lead the evaluation, selection, and implementation of renewable energy solutions, energy-efficient technologies, and innovative cooling systems.
• Integrate sustainable procurement practices for equipment and materials used across operations.
• Champion circular economy principles to minimize waste and maximize resource utilization.
• Stay ahead of emerging technologies, regulatory requirements, and best practices in sustainable data center design and operations.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives, track key sustainability metrics, and measure the impact of programs and projects.
• Prepare and deliver insightful sustainability reports and presentations to senior leadership, highlighting progress, challenges, and new opportunities.

Qualifications and Characteristics

You're a sustainability expert with strong leadership skills and the ability to manage cross-functional teams and complex stakeholder relationships. You bring a deep understanding of environmental challenges and a sharp focus on innovation. With a hands-on, proactive mindset, you thrive in collaborative environments that demand clear communication, analytical thinking, and the ability to deliver results under pressure.

Your technical understanding of data center infrastructure, combined with deep knowledge of EU sustainability regulations and standards, enables you to anticipate change and translate evolving requirements into actionable innovation. You ensure that compliance not only meets standards but actively drives advancements in design, configuration, and equipment development across atNorth’s facilities. You are flexible, solutions-driven, and eager to travel when needed to make an impact across all locations.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in sustainability management, preferably within the data center or critical infrastructure industries.
• Proficient in English; additional Nordic languages are a plus.
• Basic understanding of building management systems, mechanical engineering, and civil structures is desirable.
• Knowledge of data center design, construction, and commissioning processes is preferred.
• Willingness to travel frequently across the Nordics, including outside normal business hours if necessary.
• Experience with green building certifications, Science Based Targets (SBTi), and ISO 14001 standards is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of EU sustainability regulations, including CSRD, EU Taxonomy, and the EU Energy Efficiency Directive.

Additional Information

• Start: As agreed upon.
• Location: Copenhagen, Denmark.  
• Salary: As agreed upon. 

We apply continuous selection in this process, which means that the position may be filled before the advertisement is closed. We therefore recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible!

If you have any questions regarding Asta Agency’s recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact us at ellen@astaagency.se.

About Asta Agency

Asta Agency is a recruitment and staffing company that helps organizations across northern Europe find the right professionals with a focus on Sweden. We recruit and provide both specialists and generalists within sales, marketing, HR, customer service, finance, administration, IT, and tech. With a focus on quality, long-term partnerships, and smart solutions, we support both companies and candidates in their next step.

Read more about how we work with recruitment, staffing, and temp-to-perm solutions at astaagency.se.