MEP Construction Manager
MEP Construction Manager - Data Center Construction (Travelling)
About the Role
We are seeking a Traveling MEP Construction Manager to support the delivery of large-scale data center projects across the United States. This individual will be responsible for overseeing all mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and commissioning activities, ensuring mission-critical systems are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
This role is ideal for a construction professional with strong experience managing MEP scopes on hyperscale, colocation, or mission-critical projects who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is open to travel and project relocation as needed.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead all MEP construction activities from preconstruction through commissioning and turnover.
- Coordinate mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, controls, and commissioning teams throughout project execution.
- Review drawings, specifications, submittals, RFIs, and shop drawings for constructability and coordination.
- Monitor schedule performance and proactively identify potential delays.
- Lead MEP coordination meetings with subcontractors, engineers, consultants, and client stakeholders.
- Ensure all work complies with project specifications, quality standards, and safety requirements.
- Support turnover, startup, testing, and commissioning activities.
- Work closely with QA/QC and Commissioning teams to ensure successful project delivery.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred.
- 5+ years of experience managing MEP construction scopes.
- Experience on data center, mission-critical, industrial, or large-scale commercial construction projects.
- Strong understanding of electrical and mechanical infrastructure systems.
- Experience coordinating multiple trade partners on large construction sites.
- Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, schedules, and BIM models.
- Strong communication and leadership skills.
Preferred Experience
- Hyperscale Data Centers
- Colocation Facilities
- Mission-Critical Construction
- Electrical Infrastructure Projects
- Commissioning and Turnover Processes
Candidates from General Contractors, EPC Firms, MEP Contractors, Owners Representatives, or Commissioning Firms are encouraged to apply.
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