Senior MEP Project Manager - Mission Critical

Position: Senior MEP Project Manager - Mission Critical (Traveling)
Senior MEP Project Manager
- Mission Critical (Traveling)### Senior MEP Project Manager
- Mission Critical (Traveling)
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* Job Description:

** Ryan Companies US, Inc. has an immediate career opportunity for an experienced Sr. MEP Project Manager to join our National Mission Critical team.

We are seeking a highly technical and collaborative Senior Project Manager (MEP Specialist) to lead the mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection scopes of work for our hyperscale data center projects.  
** Some things you can expect to do:
**** MEP Technical Leadership & Execution**
* ** Grid to Rack Ownership:
** Oversee the end-to-end execution of complex electrical distribution systems (utility substations, medium-voltage switch gear, UPS systems, generators) and mechanical systems (chilled water plants, CRAHs/AHUs, direct-to-chip liquid cooling systems).
* ** BMS/EPMS Integration:
** Direct the integration and programming coordination of Building Management Systems (BMS) and Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS).
* ** VDC Coordination:
** Champion the Virtual Design and Construction (VDC/BIM) spatial coordination process to ensure zero field clashes between heavy MEP systems and structural elements.
** Commissioning (Cx) & Handover Management
*** Partner with the third-party Commissioning Agent (CxA) and the client’s engineering team to lead the commissioning process from Level 1 (factory testing) through Level 5 (Integrated Systems Testing / IST).
* Ensure all MEP quality checklists, pre-functional testing (PFT), and functional testing (FT) documentation are meticulously maintained and executed.
** Strategic Procurement & Supply Chain
*** Manage the procurement, factory witness testing (FWT), delivery logistics, and rigging of high-value, Owner-Furnished Contractor-Installed (OFCI) and Contractor-Furnished Contractor-Installed (CFCI) equipment.
* Proactively track supply chain risks and lead-time constraints for critical equipment, developing mitigation plans to protect the master schedule.
** Financial, Contractual & Team Leadership**
* ** P&L Responsibility:
** Own the MEP budget, managing large-scale equipment packages and specialty trade contracts to ensure maximum financial performance and accurate monthly forecasting.
* ** Contract Administration:
** Negotiate and draft highly specialized MEP trade scopes of work, change orders, and performance-based contract exhibits.
* ** Team Development:
** Directly lead, mentor, and build a team of MEP Project Managers, Project Engineers, and MEP Field Coordinators within a larger project environment.  ##

Qualifications & Requirements:

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* Experience:

** 10+ years of mechanical and/or electrical construction management experience, with at least 5 years dedicated specifically to hyperscale or colocation data centers (or highly complex, MEP-heavy industrial environments like semiconductor plants, pharmaceutical facilities, or major hospitals).
* ** Commissioning Acumen:
** Deep familiarity with the data center commissioning sequence (Levels 1–5) and a proven track record of leading successful Integrated Systems Tests (IST).
* ** Contract & Financial Management:
** Demonstrated experience managing $100M+ MEP subcontracts, equipment purchase agreements, and complex change management processes.
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* Education:

** Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent practical/field experience.
* ** Software Proficiency:
** Strong proficiency in Procore, Bluebeam Revu, Navisworks/BIM software, and scheduling software (Primavera P6 and related collaboration tools).
** Eligibility:
** Position requires verification of employment to work in the…