Senior Project Manager - MEP

Senior Project Manager – Ground-Up Data Center Construction 

Key Responsibilities

Ground-Up Construction Leadership

• Oversee all phases of ground-up data center development, including site acquisition readiness, earthwork, utilities installation, foundations, steel erection, exterior envelope, and full build-out.
  

• Ensure seamless coordination from site preparation and civil work through structural completion and MEP integration.
  

• Drive fast-track schedules and maintain rigorous quality control across all construction phases.
  

MEP & Mission-Critical Infrastructure Oversight

• Supervise installation of all mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, ensuring mission-critical reliability, performance, and redundancy.
  

• Manage high-voltage systems, switchgear, UPS, generators, CRAC/CRAH units, cooling towers, and chilled water systems.
  

• Validate full MEP coordination with structural and architectural elements, ensuring clear pathways, conflict-free routing, and system commissioning readiness.
  

• Oversee integrated testing, startup, and turnover of all mission-critical systems.
  

GC & Subcontractor Management

• Lead daily coordination with General Contractors, trades, and specialty subcontractors to ensure alignment with scope, drawings, and specifications.
  

• Conduct regular site walks to verify progress, MEP quality, safety compliance, and installation accuracy.
  

• Hold GCs accountable for manpower planning, sequencing, logistics, and adherence to project milestones.
  

Project Controls & Risk Management

• Manage and monitor budgets, schedules, procurement timelines, and change orders.
  

• Identify risks early, implement mitigation plans, and ensure minimal impact on cost or schedule.
  

• Maintain strict compliance with safety procedures, building codes, and quality standards throughout the build.
  

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

• Serve as the main point of contact for client updates, design coordination, and milestone reporting.
  

• Provide clear, consistent communication, both on-site and through structured project reporting.
  

Qualifications

• 7–10+ years of experience managing ground-up data center construction projects (required).
  

• Proven experience delivering large mission-critical facilities with heavy MEP scope and complex electrical/mechanical systems.
  

• Strong background directing General Contractors on high-value commercial or mission-critical builds.
  

• Ability to manage full project lifecycle: sitework, civil, structural, architectural, and full MEP integration.
  

• Deep knowledge of data center systems, including electrical distribution, HVAC/cooling, redundancy configurations, and commissioning processes.
  

• Strong leadership, communication, and client-facing skills with a hands-on, on-site management approach.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with multi-phase or hyperscale data center programs.
  

• Proficiency in construction management platforms (Procore, MS Project, Bluebeam, etc.).
  

• Background in both owner’s representative and GC environments.