Justin Thomas
About Justin Thomas
Justin Thomas serves as the Chief Technology Officer at Vantage Data Centers, where he has worked for nearly a decade. He specializes in sustainable building practices and has a strong background in electrical engineering, holding licenses in California and Washington.
Current Role at Vantage Data Centers
Justin Thomas serves as the Chief Technology Officer at Vantage Data Centers, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he leads the evaluation of new markets and build-to-suit opportunities across the company's portfolio. His responsibilities include overseeing technology initiatives that align with the company's strategic goals. Thomas has been with Vantage for nearly a decade, contributing to various projects and expansions within the organization.
Previous Experience at Vantage Data Centers
Before becoming Chief Technology Officer, Justin Thomas held multiple roles at Vantage Data Centers. He served as the Senior Vice President of Design, Engineering, and Construction for 11 months in 2018 and as Vice President of Engineering & Construction from 2014 to 2018. During his tenure, he led the team to deliver new builds and expansions across North America, installing over 100MW of capacity and securing more than 500MW of capacity expansion.
Background in Electrical Engineering
Justin Thomas began his career as an Electrical Engineer at Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. from 2007 to 2008. He then worked at Rosendin Electric from 2008 to 2011 as part of the Mission Critical Design Team. His experience in electrical engineering has been foundational to his roles in design and construction at Vantage Data Centers.
Education and Professional Credentials
Justin Thomas holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo, where he studied from 2001 to 2006. He is a licensed electrical engineer in both California and Washington. Additionally, he is certified as a LEED AP BD+C, demonstrating his expertise in sustainable building practices and green building design.
Achievements in Sustainable Design
Throughout his career, Justin Thomas has participated in the certification of four Vantage Data Centers' facilities to LEED Platinum standards. He has also contributed to the certification of Vantage’s Uptime Institute Tier III-certified facility in Quincy, Washington. His work has helped build enterprise facilities achieving Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) as low as 1.15, reflecting a commitment to energy efficiency and sustainability.