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Project Executive

Full-time

MXI Partners

We are seeking an experienced Project Executive to oversee the delivery of complex data center construction projects, specializing in MEP integration, white space construction, and tenant fit-outs.

This is a senior leadership position requiring a strong construction background, ideally within electrical or MEP contracting, and extensive experience delivering mission-critical data center facilities. The successful candidate will oversee multiple projects, lead construction teams, manage client relationships, and ensure successful project execution from preconstruction through commissioning and handover.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide executive-level oversight of multiple data center construction projects, focusing on MEP integration, white space buildouts, and tenant fit-outs.
  • Lead project delivery from preconstruction and procurement through installation, commissioning, and final client handover.
  • Oversee the installation and integration of critical electrical and mechanical infrastructure, including UPS systems, switchgear, PDUs, cooling systems, and associated MEP equipment.
  • Manage and mentor Project Managers, Superintendents, and construction teams, ensuring successful execution across multiple concurrent projects.
  • Oversee project budgets, schedules, procurement strategies, subcontractor performance, and overall financial performance.
  • Coordinate complex MEP installations, ensuring seamless integration between electrical, mechanical, controls, and other critical building systems.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with data center owners, operators, general contractors, subcontractors, and key stakeholders.
  • Provide strategic leadership throughout commissioning, integrated systems testing (IST), and operational handover.
  • Identify and mitigate construction risks, scheduling conflicts, cost overruns, and technical challenges.
  • Ensure all projects meet stringent safety, quality, schedule, and performance requirements associated with mission-critical facilities.

Experience & Requirements

  • Mandatory experience delivering data center construction projects , particularly MEP integration, white space construction, and tenant fit-outs.
  • Strong construction background with extensive experience in electrical contracting, MEP construction, or mission-critical infrastructure delivery .
  • Proven experience in a senior construction leadership role, such as Project Executive, Senior Project Manager, Project Director, or Operations Manager.
  • Demonstrated ability to oversee multiple large-scale construction projects, including financial management, project controls, scheduling, and subcontractor coordination.
  • Strong technical understanding of data center electrical and mechanical systems, including power distribution, UPS, switchgear, cooling infrastructure, and commissioning.
  • Experience managing multidisciplinary construction teams and coordinating complex MEP installations within live or operational data center environments.
  • Proven ability to manage relationships with data center owners, operators, general contractors, and key project stakeholders.
  • Strong commercial awareness, leadership capabilities, and experience delivering projects safely, on schedule, and within budget.
  • Degree in Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field preferred, although extensive relevant construction experience will be considered.

Compensation and benefits:

  • Competitive base salary and generous performance-based incentives
  • Vehicle allowance and gas card
  • Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
  • Company 401k match (up to 4%)
  • Generous PTO (4 weeks + 9 holidays)
  • Long and Short Term Disability
Vacancy posted 13 hours ago
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