MEP Project Manager, Data Centers

Role Summary

As a MEP Senior Project Manager in our Mission Critical Center of Excellence, the incumbent will oversee mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection work on data center and mission‑critical construction projects across the United States. The role encompasses field inspections, problem solving, and coordinating all related resources and documentation throughout the project lifecycle.

• Review mechanical bid tabs and Exhibit B in contract
• Interview and select sub‑contractors for each project
• Day‑to‑day management of MEP sub‑contractors
• Review and approve MEP monthly requisitions
• Review and approve MEP change orders
• Conduct site walks to ensure work is progressing according to schedule, including schedule updates
• Communicate directly with BIM/VDC personnel and superintendent to ensure coordination is on track with schedule
• Work with the A/E team to develop solutions to coordination items
• Review all MEP submittals
• Obtain all documentation from inspections and testing (varies on job size)
• Oversee the MEP & FP contractor as well as the Commissioning agent
• Coordinate and work with any owner third‑party MEP contractors or testing agencies
• Obtain all mechanical close‑out documentation; as‑builts, attic stock, and O&M manuals
• Coordinate multi‑trade portions of the project (e.g., curtain wall with security, electrical and door hardware)
• Develop and monitor equipment delivery logs, organize submittal process for long‑lead items first
• Attend weekly owner meetings, subcontractor meetings, coordination meetings, and field meetings
• Obtain approval/sign‑off from any and all AHJs
• Work with retail and/or tenant fit‑out where applicable
• Develop work lists and complete MEP punch list
• Coordinate owner training and turnover
• Work with all public utility companies to ensure project requirements are met (including temporary electrical, steam, and natural gas)
• Coordinate and direct as needed all parties to successfully complete life‑safety inspections
• Coordinate between trades and documents; ensure electrical requirements for mechanical are correct (e.g., light power match electrical drawings)

• Bachelor of Science (technical/engineering degree) in Mechanical, HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, and Fire protection
• Minimum 10 years of experience with Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, and Fire Protection Systems
• Excellent business judgment demonstrated by consistently achieving profitability objectives and strong project close‑outs with client and subcontractor relationships in good standing
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail evidenced by a strong command of all applicable contract and legal provisions
• Ability to consistently analyze and execute financial trade‑offs that frequently involve incomplete data and ambiguity
• Ability to constantly multi‑task and handle competing priorities between business needs, organizational issues, and customer relations
• Judgment to know when to appropriately elevate issues up the chain of command
• Ability to manage and embrace change; respond and adapt to new processes and new ways of approaching problems
• Strong sense of urgency and initiative; able to quickly study and react to complex issues
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and the ability to confidently and decisively take action
• Team leader with excellent diplomatic and communication skills, able to handle and resolve conflicts effectively in a firm but fair manner
• Candidate must possess Suffolk's Core Values:
  Passion, Integrity, Hard Work, Professionalism, and Caring

Competitive salaries, auto allowances and gas cards for certain roles, access to market‑leading medical, emotional and mental health benefits, dental and vision insurance plans, virtual care options for physical therapy and primary care, generous paid time off, 401(k) plan with employer match and access to expert financial resources, company‑paid and voluntary life insurance, tax‑deferred savings accounts, 10 backup daycare days each year, short‑ and long‑term disability, commuter benefits, and more.

Base salary for this position is just one component of Suffolk's total compensation package. Actual salaries may…