TWO HYPERSCALE CDC DATA CENTRES

Projects
TWO HYPERSCALE CDC DATA CENTRES

AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND

CDC's Silverdale and Hobsonville campuses house Aotearoa New Zealand's first hyperscale data centres. Designed for resilience and efficiency, these facilities ensure the secure management of national critical infrastructure. Since launch, both centres have operated on 100% renewable energy and hold Toitū net carbonzero and Toitū Enviromark Diamond certifications, demonstrating an unwavering commitment to sustainability.

Built for high security and availability, these hyperscale centres were the largest and most secure of their kind upon completion. They provide essential digital infrastructure for key industries, supporting government and private sector clients. With advanced connectivity and efficiency measures, these data centres set a benchmark for sustainable, high-performance computing solutions in New Zealand.

At a glance

Client
CDC Data Centres
Services
Cost Management & Quantity Surveying
sector
Data Centres
Location
Auckland, New Zealand

Critical infrastructure requires critical thinking

RLB’s expertise in cost estimating and management ensured a successful delivery of these complex facilities. Understanding the significance of data centres in digital infrastructure, RLB played a crucial role in cost optimisation while maintaining the highest standards of security and reliability. These centres enable essential services for government agencies, businesses and institutions, contributing to economic stability and digital transformation across New Zealand. Through meticulous cost planning and execution, RLB delivered a project that supports long-term resilience and technological advancement.

The intricate technical challenges of data centre design and construction make them truly exhilarating to work on. With a driven, engaged and motivated team, each project’s success became even more rewarding, adding to the immense satisfaction of the entire experience.

Steve Gracey, Director

Data centres require innovative solutions. RLB leveraged its sector expertise to enhance value management and cost efficiency, ensuring a future-proof design that meets growing technological demands while upholding sustainability and security.

Optimising cost and value in concurrent data centre development.

Concurrent design and staged construction enabled seamless integration of critical systems, ensuring maximum efficiency, security and operational resilience for national infrastructure.

26
MW
total capacity across both data centres
16,000
m
²
Gross Floor Area
2023
carbon neutral certified with a closed-loop cooling system

Overcoming challenges through expertise

RLB’s experienced team ensured smooth project execution despite global disruptions, including the COVID-19 pandemic. With unexpected cost pressures and logistical challenges, RLB collaborated closely with CDC Data Centres to deliver cost-effective, resilient infrastructure. The government’s designation of the project as “critical infrastructure” enabled construction continuity, reinforcing the importance of these data centres in national security, business continuity and future-proofed digital capacity.

Collaboration and coordination for success

Delivering two hyperscale data centres simultaneously required detailed risk assessment and proactive cost management. With limited early-stage information, RLB facilitated strategic trade letting, transparency in cost reporting and agile decision-making to ensure seamless execution. Intensive collaboration with CDC Data Centres and contractors enabled a smooth workflow, minimised disruptions, and ensured these state-of-the-art facilities met stringent security and performance benchmarks.