MEP Project Manager - Data Centers

MEP Critical Facilities Prime Design Project Manager

WORK LOCATION: REMOTE (WITH OCCASIONAL TRAVEL)

This is a remote position with travel required for project site visits during the Construction Administration (CA) phase and site surveys for existing facilities (brownfield projects). All approved business travel expenses are reimbursed in accordance with company travel policies.

Candidates who prefer an office-based or hybrid work arrangement may discuss available options.

ANTICIPATED TRAVEL: 10%–25%

SALARY RANGE: $120,000–$170,000 annually

Job Summary:

Seeking an experienced Project Manager with 5-10 years of experience leading multidisciplinary MEP design teams for mission critical and data center projects. Responsible for overall project delivery, client management, design coordination, schedule and budget management, quality assurance, and oversight of electrical, mechanical, plumbing, fire protection, telecommunications, and utility infrastructure design. Experience with hyperscale data centers, colocation facilities, enterprise campuses, and high-availability critical environments is preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary client point of contact throughout project execution.
• Lead multidisciplinary design teams including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, controls, security, and telecommunications disciplines.
• Manage project scope, budget, schedule, and resource allocation.
• Coordinate with utility providers, AHJs, contractors, vendors, and owner teams.
• Oversee development through feasibility, concept design, SD, DD, CD, permitting, and construction administration phases.
• Facilitate design reviews, risk assessments, and quality control processes.
• Monitor project financial performance and support contract management.
• Mentor and develop junior engineering and project management staff.

Preferred Experience

• 5-10 years of engineering consulting or project management experience.
• Critical facilities experience including data centers, hospitals, central plants, or other mission critical infrastructure.
• Familiarity with Uptime Institute Tier concepts, ASHRAE TC 9.9, NFPA, NEC, and local building codes.
• Experience managing projects from 3 MW to 100+ MW campuses.
• Strong understanding of MEP systems, utility coordination, and construction administration.

Typical Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• PE license preferred.
• PMP certification preferred.
• Strong communication, leadership, and client management skills.

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS & EMPLOYEE PERKS

Health & Wellness Benefits

• Medical Insurance: Four plan options through UnitedHealthcare, including PPO (Select and Select Plus) and High-Deductible Health Plans (Core and Core Plus). Two Kaiser plan options are available in California only.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Tax-advantaged savings options based on medical plan selection.
• Dental Insurance: Two Delta Dental plan options, both covering eligible preventive care at 100% with no deductible.
• Vision Insurance: Coverage through EyeMed.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Resources and support for personal and professional well-being.

Financial Protection & Retirement

• 401(k) Retirement Plan: Up to 4.5% in total employer contributions , including:
• Up to 3.5% employer match on employee contributions (100% of the first 1% contributed and 50% of the next 5%).An additional discretionary 1% contribution in company shares for eligible employees who contribute at least 5% and remain employed through December 31.
• Student Loan Payment Matching: Eligible student loan payments can qualify for employer retirement contributions, even without making 401(k) payroll contributions. Student loan payments and 401(k) contributions can be combined to earn up to the maximum 4.5% employer contribution.
• Company-Paid Life & AD&D Insurance: Basic coverage equal to one times annual salary, up to $250,000.
• Company-Paid Disability Insurance: 100% employer-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage.

Work-Life Balance

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Parental Leave

Additional Voluntary Benefits

Employees can further customize their benefits with optional coverage and programs, including:

• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Additional Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance through MetLife
• Legal Services through LegalShield
• Identity Theft Protection through LifeLock
• Periodic Opportunities to Purchase Company Shares Directly

Benefits are subject to plan terms, eligibility requirements, and applicable company policies.

REQUIREMENTS

Typical Qualifications

• 5-10 years of engineering consulting or project management experience.
• Critical facilities experience including data centers, hospitals, central plants, or other mission critical infrastructure.Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• PE license preferred.
• PMP certification preferred.
• Strong communication, leadership, and client management skills.