Data centre construction demands precision. From tiered security and specialised MEP packages to fast-track programmes and strict handover deadlines, there is no room for error. And when it comes to safety, the stakes are even higher. Site teams are large, often multi-shift, and include numerous subcontractors working in confined areas under time pressure. To stay on track, data centre contractors need safety software that is easy to adopt, fast to deploy, and powerful enough to manage everything from inductions to access control.
Boxcore delivers this in one platform—purpose-built safety software for data centre contractors that combines real-time visibility, facial recognition site access, and Integrates to other platforms such as Autodesk and Procore.
Why Data Centre Projects Demand a Different Approach to Safety Management
Unlike traditional commercial builds, data centre construction is a highly specialised environment. Projects are often delivered on hyperscale timelines with tight sequencing between civil, structural, and MEP phases. The safety burden on main contractors and their specialist subcontractors is enormous.
Key challenges faced by data centre contractors include:
- Rapid onboarding and verification of new workers, often across multiple contractors
- Strict training and document compliance, with zero tolerance for expired records
- Complex site access control across different zones and buildings
- The need to share safety data quickly with client reps, auditors, and project managers
- Integration with existing software used in project delivery (e.g. Procore, Autodesk Build)
Boxcore was designed specifically to meet these challenges. It’s a fully integrated, mobile-first solution that ensures safety compliance is no longer a manual or disconnected process. Every document, every worker status, every site access log—it’s all in one place.
“We built Boxcore to work in the real world. If software isn’t adopted by crews and subcontractors, it doesn’t matter how advanced it is. Our priority is making safety management easy and reducing the admin burden for site teams.” — Padraig Reilly, CEO & Founder, Boxcore
Simplicity Means Faster Deployment and Higher Compliance
Traditional EHS platforms often take weeks (or months) to deploy, and require intensive training. Data centre programmes don’t have that luxury. You need a system that can be live within 48 hours—and fully functional without IT-heavy support.
Boxcore is:
- Cloud-based and runs from any device
- Mobile-first, optimised for low bandwidth and site conditions
- Intuitive, so subcontractors and crews adopt it quickly
- Support-ready, with live onboarding and ongoing help available from our local team
Most importantly, Boxcore is built around a familiar interface that doesn’t overwhelm users. It replaces the need for manual Excel trackers, email chains, and fragmented data with one secure, centralised solution.
Learn more: boxcore.com/general-contractors
One Platform. All Your Safety Data.
Data centre contractors manage thousands of safety-critical records every day:
- Induction logs
- Time and Attendance Logs
- CSCS/Safepass/SST cards
- RAMS approvals
- Permit register
- Toolbox talks
- Equipment certifications
Boxcore automatically stores and updates these documents by worker, company, and site. No more separate folders or manually updated spreadsheets. Everything is structured and available in real time, from your phone or desktop.
With Boxcore, you always have:
- A single source of truth for audits
- Instant visibility of document expiry
- Alerts for incomplete training or expired permits
- The ability to share documentation with clients in seconds
This is vital for large data centre programmes, especially when client oversight is frequent and unannounced audits are common. Whether you’re in Ireland, the UK, or the US, Boxcore keeps your site audit-ready every day.
Explore compliance use cases: boxcore.com/iso-45001-compliance-for-construction-contractors
Seamless Integration with Procore and Autodesk
Data centre contractors already use platforms like Procore and Autodesk to manage quality, document control, and coordination. Safety management should not sit in isolation.
Boxcore integrates directly with both of these platforms so that suit teams can effortlessly switch between systems on site without logging onto multiple apps.
This avoids double handling and improves communication between safety teams, project managers, and client-side reps. You don’t need to switch tools or duplicate entries- Boxcore becomes part of your wider project ecosystem.
Learn more about integrations: boxcore.com/access-control-reimagined
Facial Recognition for Time and Access Control
Access management is a top priority on data centre sites, where different contractors may have access to specific zones at different times, and working hours must be carefully tracked.
Boxcore integrates with facial recognition devices—such as the Suprema BioStation 3—delivering:
- Secure site access based on worker approval status
- Time and attendance logs updated in real time
- Automated shift tracking
- Control over who enters each zone, with full audit trail
Unlike swipe cards or fobs, facial recognition eliminates the risk of proxy clock-ins or misplaced credentials. And because it’s directly linked to Boxcore’s training records, only workers with valid certifications can gain access.
This is especially useful when managing hundreds of subcontractors across 24-hour shifts, where compliance and traceability are non-negotiable.
More on access control: boxcore.com/boxcores-access-control-software-for-construction
Trusted by Data Centre Contractors Worldwide
Boxcore is already being used on major data centre projects across Ireland, the EU, the UK, and the US. Subcontractors and main contractors alike trust Boxcore to:
- Ensure rapid onboarding
- Keep safety documentation current
- Enable secure access control
- Share information instantly with clients
Whether you’re delivering a hyperscale project in Europe, a retrofit in New York, or a greenfield site in Dublin, Boxcore scales with your team—while keeping compliance and productivity in balance.
“At the end of the day, our goal is simple: we want to give contractors tools that actually make their lives easier on site. It’s about cutting down the admin, improving safety and helping teams get the job done with less hassle.” — Padraig Reilly
Final Takeaway
Data centre construction is fast, complex, and unforgiving. Safety software must keep up. Boxcore gives you a single platform to manage all safety-related records, control access, and onboard subcontractors quickly—while seamlessly integrating with the tools your project already uses.
If you want your site teams to focus on delivery instead of paperwork, it’s time to upgrade to safety software that’s been built for the pace and complexity of data centre construction.
Start today with Boxcore for data centre contractors or book a demo to see how fast and easy it is to get up and running.
