Project Manager - Data Center

Salary: $120,000 - $140,000 per year

This organization is a leading general contractor providing construction management and design-build services across the Midwest. As a privately held firm, the company is committed to long-term client partnerships, high-quality project execution, and meaningful investment in the communities it serves. Team members operate in alignment with strong core values, maintaining a safe, client-focused approach while delivering exceptional results. The company attracts top talent, provides modern tools and ongoing training, and consistently turns complex visions into successful projects.

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays, flexible PTO, life and disability coverage, and voluntary benefits
• Clear career advancement and professional development opportunities
• Collaborative, values-driven culture with long-term growth focus

The firm is seeking an MEP Project Manager. This role is responsible for supporting the planning, coordination, and execution of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and utility systems on complex commercial and industrial construction projects. The MEP Project Manager works closely with project teams, trade partners, consultants, and clients to help ensure successful delivery of MEP systems from preconstruction through commissioning and closeout.

The ideal candidate is a proactive leader with strong technical knowledge of MEP systems, the ability to coordinate across multiple disciplines, and a collaborative mindset focused on quality, schedule, and operational performance. This role supports complex industrial projects, including manufacturing and food & beverage facilities, as well as mission-critical data centers.

• Support the planning, coordination, and execution of all MEP systems including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, fire protection, controls, process utilities, and specialty systems
• Assist project teams in translating design intent into executable construction and installation strategies
• Coordinate with internal teams, consultants, owners, vendors, and subcontractors to ensure alignment throughout all phases of the project
• Help identify and proactively resolve constructability concerns, design conflicts, and system integration challenges

• Participate in preconstruction activities including constructability reviews, budgeting support, procurement planning, sequencing, and scheduling coordination
• Assist in identifying long-lead procurement items, schedule impacts, and technical risks associated with MEP systems
• Support development and maintenance of MEP coordination plans and project execution strategies
• Contribute to risk identification and mitigation planning throughout the lifecycle of the project

• Support coordination between MEP trades, architectural, structural, civil, and process systems
• Monitor installation progress and assist in maintaining schedule milestones and project deliverables
• Participate in QA/QC processes to help ensure installations meet project specifications, code requirements, and quality standards

• Support project teams during startup, commissioning, testing, and turnover activities
• Coordinate with commissioning agents, vendors, trade partners, and operations teams to ensure system readiness
• Assist in tracking completion of punch list items, turnover documentation, and owner training requirements
• Help ensure successful project closeout and operational readiness of all MEP systems

• Build and maintain strong relationships…