Senior MEP Project Manager - Special Construction

Samet's Charlotte office is seeking a MEP technical expert who can manage the complete lifecycle of highly complex mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems in mission‑critical environments. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in data center and/or healthcare construction where 24/7/365 uptime is non‑negotiable. Responsibilities span from pre‑construction and design‑assist through commissioning and turnover of technically demanding projects.

As a Senior MEP Project Manager for Special Construction, you will be the main point of accountability for the successful delivery of our most technically demanding projects. This is not a standard commercial construction role. You are an MEP expert first and a project manager second. You will be responsible for the entire lifecycle of complex MEP systems, from pre‑construction and design‑assist to energization, commissioning, and turnover.

You must have a profound understanding of the non‑negotiable demands of 24/7/365 operational environments and the specific intricacies of data center and or healthcare construction.

• Leadership:
  Provide single‑point leadership for all MEP‑related activities, serving as the primary expert and point of contact for the owner, engineers, design partners, and specialty trade partners.
• Pre‑Construction & Design:
  Lead MEP design‑assist, value engineering, and constructability reviews. Develop and manage detailed MEP budgets and schedules, identifying long‑lead equipment and critical path risk.
• Financial Management:
  Manage all financial aspects of the MEP scope ($50M+), including cost control, change order management, and monthly forecasting.
• Risk Management:
  
  Proactively identify and mitigate risks related to system integration, operational shutdowns, energization, and commissioning.
• Technical Coordination:
  Support the BIM/VDC coordination process, ensuring all systems are 100% clash‑detected and coordinated for pre‑fabrication and installation.
• Commissioning & Quality:
  Oversee the entire QA/QC program and manage the commissioning (Cx) process, from factory witness tests to functional performance testing and Integrated Systems Testing (IST).
• Safety & Compliance:
  Champion a zero‑incident safety culture with a heightened focus on the unique risks of critical environments (e.g., arc flash, energization protocols, infection control).

• 10+ years of project management experience, with at least 5 years in a lead role managing large, complex MEP scopes ($50M+).
• Expert‑level understanding of project controls, scheduling (P6), cost management, and contract negotiation.
• Verifiable project experience in at least one of the following:
• Data Center Intricacies
  • Deep understanding of electrical redundancies (N, N+1, 2N), UPS systems, PDUs, and generator paralleling gear.
  • Expertise in advanced cooling systems, including chilled water, CRAC/CRAH units, air/water‑side economizers, and containment strategies.
  • Proven experience managing Level 4 and Level 5 Integrated Systems Testing (IST) and ensuring 100% uptime during cutovers.
• Healthcare Intricacies
  • Mastery of construction in active medical facilities, including rigorous implementation of Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA) and Interim Life Safety Measures (ILSM).
  • Expert knowledge of critical healthcare systems: medical gas (Med Gas), nurse call, normal vs. essential power (ATS), and sophisticated HEPA filtration/air‑change requirements.
  • Experience managing complex phasing and shutdowns to ensure zero disruption to patient care.

• ASHE Certified Healthcare Constructor (CHC)
• Data Center Certification (e.g., CDCEP, ATS)
• Experience with large‑scale modular/pre‑fabricated MEP systems
• Valid Driver's License

• Generous paid time off
• Parental leave
• Comprehensive benefits coverage: HSA & Traditional
• Great team & culture environment
• Tuition reimbursement
• Wellness rewards
• 401(k) with company match
• Long and short term disability

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