MEP Project Executive - Mission Critical

Ryan Companies US, Inc. is hiring an MEP Project Executive for its National Mission Critical team. The role focuses on managing complex hyperscale data center projects.

• Act as the primary subject matter expert on all aspects of data center construction, providing guidance on constructability, system selection, and value engineering for critical MEP infrastructure.
• Oversee design development, budget preparation, and scheduling for hyperscale data center projects, ensuring integration of complex mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Lead procurement and subcontracting strategies for long‑lead MEP equipment, specialized vendors, and trade partners critical to data center construction.
• Manage performance of the project team, provide regular feedback, delegate tasks, and recognize achievements.
• Deliver formal sales presentations and negotiate business and legal provisions of construction contracts.
• Supervise Project Engineers, Project Managers, and Project Coordinators; achieve team financial and risk management goals.
• Participate or lead owner/client presentations, negotiations, and team meetings.
• Ensure effective accounts receivable management and prompt collection.
• Oversee project closeout, including Level 4 and Level 5 commissioning of all critical systems, and resolve warranty issues.
• Coordinate workload and responsibilities with market sector leads to balance integration between sector and region talent.

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Engineering, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• 15+ years of proven construction experience with a significant portfolio of hyperscale data center projects.
• Expertise in complex electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and energy systems, including high‑voltage substations, backup generators, UPS systems, and liquid or chilled water cooling solutions.
• Track record of managing large‑scale technical project teams.
• Strong hiring and talent development abilities.
• Willingness to travel for projects as needed.
• Desirable:
  Experience leading hyperscale projects exceeding $400M, advanced knowledge of Level 1‑5 commissioning and integrated systems testing, experience with energy control plans, and relationships with key hyperscale clients.

Salary Range: $160,000 – $200,000, with potential additional commission or incentive programs based on performance and location.

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Retirement and savings plans
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Life insurance and short‑/long‑term disability
• Educational assistance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Employee assistance and wellness programs
• Parenting benefits
• Employee discount programs
• Pet insurance
• Charitable matching funds through Ryan Foundation
• Paid time for volunteer events

Ryan Companies US, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.