Senior MEP Manager - Buffalo NY
Senior MEP Manager (Owner's Representative - Data Centers)
Location: Travelling Role (Primary Project: Buffalo, NY)
Salary: $170,000 - $190,000 + package
Company Overview
Our client is widely recognised as one of the premier Owner's Representative firms within the data center construction market, delivering mission-critical projects for some of the most high-profile clients across the United States. With an extensive pipeline spanning the East Coast through to the West Coast, they are known for their technical excellence, strong client relationships, and best-in-class project delivery.
The Opportunity
This is an opportunity for an experienced MEP professional to take on a leadership role across large-scale data center builds nationwide. The position will initially focus on a project in Buffalo, NY, with ongoing travel required to support projects across the US.
As a Senior MEP Manager, you will act as the Owner's representative, driving the successful delivery of all MEP systems while overseeing complex coordination, stakeholder management, and high-level project execution.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead all MEP-focused activities on behalf of the Owner across multiple project phases
- Oversee Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing scopes from preconstruction through commissioning and closeout
- Act as the primaryMEP point of contact for:
- General Contractors
- Subcontractors
- Design teams and consultants
- Provide strategic oversight of:
- MEP schedules, budgets, and cost tracking
- RFIs, submittals, and technical reviews
- Monitor site progress and ensure projects meet quality, safety, and timeline expectations
- Lead commissioning efforts and coordinate with specialist teams to ensure full system functionality
- Identify project risks early and implement mitigation strategies
- Deliver clear, high-level reporting to key stakeholders and ownership teams
Requirements
- 10+ years of experience in MEP construction, project management, or mission-critical environments
- Proven experience delivering data center or mission-critical projects
- Background working for an Owner's Rep, General Contractor, or major trade contractor in a senior MEP capacity
- Strong technical expertise across mechanical and electrical systems, including commissioning
- Demonstrated ability to lead teams and manage complex stakeholder environments
- Willingness to travel extensively across the US as project demands require
- Excellent communication, leadership, and client-facing skills
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