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The Mechanical Project Manager (PM - Mech) is responsible for the onsite planning, coordination, execution, and closeout of mechanical systems on large-scale data center construction projects. This role ensures delivery of mechanical scope (piping, cooling systems, ductwork and related infrastructure) safely, on schedule, within budget and in accordance with contract requirements and data center performance standards.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Construction Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
Experience: 4+ years of experience managing mechanical scopes on large-scale construction projects. Proven experience with mission-critical or data center projects is strongly preferred. Possesses a strong understanding of HVAC systems, chilled water systems, and data center cooling strategies, along with demonstrated success managing subcontractors, project schedules, and budgets.
Travel: 50%
Work Schedule: This position works Monday through Friday.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Project Leadership & Execution
Lead all aspects of mechanical scope, including pre-site mobilization, site mobilization, commissioning, and project turnover.
Coordinate with engineering, manufacturing, and construction teams to ensure seamless project execution
Manage project schedules, milestones, and deliverables to meet aggressive data center timelines
Ensure mechanical systems align with design intent, specifications and owner requirements
Cost & Contract Management
Develop and manage budgets, invoicing, forecasts and cost tracking for mechanical scope
Oversee subcontractor agreements, purchase orders and change management processes
Identify and mitigate cost risks; drive value engineering where appropriate
Coordination & Interface Management
Act as the primary point of contact for mechanical trades, vendors, and stakeholders
Coordinate with FTI electrical, controls and GC teams to manage system interfaces
Coordinate commissioning activities with our manufacturing teams as well as our on-site install teams to ensure all aspects of the commissioning process is documented and accounted for regarding the mechanical systems.
Support BIM/VDC coordination, clash resolution and design integration efforts
Field Oversight & Quality
Partner with superintendents to ensure mechanical installations meet quality and safety standards
Monitor field progress, productivity and manpower planning
Ensure compliance with all applicable codes, specifications and commissioning requirements
Support development of a site-specific mechanical quality plan that is in line with the owner’s specifications.
Schedule & Planning
Develop detailed manufacturing and execution plans to integrate mechanical scope into the master schedule
Proactively identify risks to schedule and implement recovery plans as needed
Review daily Takt progress, deviations and remediation plans
Assist with coordination and development of Commissioning and Startup activities and sequence requirements.
Lead weekly coordination meetings and progress reviews
Safety & Compliance
Promote and enforce a strong safety culture across all mechanical activities
Ensure compliance with company policies, site safety plans, and regulatory requirements
Support implementation of project-specific safety plans and procedures
Monitor field activities and report safety concerns
Client & Stakeholder Management
Serve as a key mechanical liaison with owners, general contractors, inspectors, and design teams
Provide regular updates on progress, risks, and performance…