MEP Engineering Manager - Hyperscale Data Center; Mechanical Systems

MEP Engineering Manager - Hyperscale Data Center (Mechanical Systems)

Location:

Lenexa, KS, US Lone Tree, CO, US Dallas, TX, US Houston, TX, US

Position Overview:

Kiewit Industrial & Water Engineering (KIWE) is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead mechanical system design and third-party engineering coordination on hyperscale data center campuses (1GW+). This role is ideal for a client-facing leader with both engineering and project management experience, capable of guiding projects from early schematic design through execution. You will serve as a key interface between Kiewit, clients, and external engineering partners—ensuring mechanical systems are designed, coordinated, and delivered to meet the scale, reliability, and performance demands of mission-critical infrastructure.

The focus of this role is on MEP systems, with heavy emphasis on:
Chilled water systems Cooling plants and cooling water infrastructure HVAC systems and air-side design Large-scale piping systems Building Automation BMS and EPMS

You will play a critical role in shaping solutions for some of the most complex AI and hyperscale data center developments in North America, operating at gigawatt-scale capacity.

Work directly with clients during early design and solutioning phases—not just execution Lead delivery on 1GW+ hyperscale campuses supporting AI and cloud infrastructure Be part of an integrated EPC model that brings engineering and construction together Join an employee-owned company where you have true ownership in outcomes Collaborate with industry leaders across power, industrial, and mission-critical markets At Kiewit, you won't just review designs—you'll help define them, influence strategy, and deliver infrastructure at a scale few organizations can match.

Kiewit Engineering Group, Inc. is a full-service engineering organization serving the infrastructure, energy, and industrial markets. With over 3,700 engineers and design professionals, we deliver construction-driven engineering rooted in safety, constructability, and execution excellence. Our Industrial & Water Engineering group supports projects across:
Data Centers & Mission Critical Facilities Advanced Manufacturing (Semiconductor, Battery, etc.) Energy & Power Infrastructure Industrial Water & Process Facilities We specialize in EPC and design-build delivery, allowing our teams to influence projects from concept through completion.

This role offers flexibility in location with a preference for candidates based in or near:
Lenexa, KS Lone Tree, CO Dallas, TX Houston, TX Candidates must be open to traveling to project sites across North America to support client engagement and project execution.

Serve as Engineering Manager for mechanical systems on hyperscale data center projects Lead coordination and oversight of third-party engineering firms delivering MEP designs Partner with clients during early schematic and concept design phases to develop solution-driven system approaches Manage and influence design for chilled water plants, cooling systems, HVAC, and piping infrastructure Ensure designs meet performance, reliability (N+1 / 2N), scalability, and constructability requirements Provide technical guidance and oversight to internal and external engineering teams Collaborate with project management, construction, and estimating teams to align design with execution strategy and cost targets Review designs, specifications, and submittals to ensure quality and compliance with project requirements Support vendor and equipment selection for major mechanical systems Communicate effectively with clients, stakeholders, and internal leadership teams Drive continuous improvement, innovation, and value

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering or related discipline 10–15+ years of experience in engineering, design, or project delivery Minimum 3+ years of experience in data center or mission-critical projects Experience supporting hyperscale (100MW–1GW+) data center campuses strongly preferred Background in client-side, owner's rep, or consulting engineering roles…