Data Center Project Manager

Vertex Innovations•Lancaster, TX

2d•$100,000 - $140,000•Remote

About The Position

The Project Manager is responsible for leading end-to-end planning, coordination, execution, and delivery of new-build (greenfield) mission‑critical data center facilities. This role ensures that all construction, commissioning, quality, safety, schedule, and stakeholder requirements are met while representing Vertex Innovations with professionalism, technical expertise, and proactive leadership.

Requirements

7+ years of project management experience in data centers, mission‑critical facilities, or large‑scale industrial construction.
Proven track record managing greenfield or major expansion projects.
Strong understanding of MEP systems, commissioning processes (L1–L5), QA/QC standards, and owner‑rep execution.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, single-lines, submittals, and shop drawings.
Exceptional communication, leadership, and cross‑functional coordination skills.
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field. Equivalent experience may be considered.
OSHA 30 Construction certification
Willing and able to do weekly travel to various data center project sites, as assigned
Ability to work in construction and industrial environments, including exposure to varying temperatures and noise levels.
May involve extended hours during critical project phases.
Initially must be within daily commuting distance to Lancaster, TX site location

Nice To Haves

Relevant certifications, such as Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Commissioning Professional (CCP), ASHRAE Commissioning Process Management Professional (CPMP), or LEED Accredited Professional, are a plus.
Familiarity with SCCS, relay protections, IST workflows, and hyperscale client standards (preferred).
PMP or equivalent certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead full‑cycle project management for greenfield data center builds, from concept through turnover.
Manage design coordination, construction oversight, QA/QC execution, commissioning alignment, and vendor performance.
Serve as the owner’s representative, ensuring all contractors, suppliers, and commissioning agents meet contract requirements and industry standards.
Oversee schedule development, forecasting, risk identification, mitigation strategies, and recovery plans.
Ensure compliance with client specifications, jurisdictional regulations, NFPA, IEEE, ASHRAE, and mission‑critical quality standards.
Facilitate daily/weekly progress meetings with general contractors, trades, suppliers, and client teams.
Maintain strict change‑control processes, documentation, and cost‑tracking.
Coordinate with commissioning teams (L1–L5) to ensure sequencing readiness and flawless turnover.
Manage site safety expectations and monitor adherence to all safety protocols.
Produce high‑quality reports including daily logs, issue logs, risk registers, and executive-level summaries.
Ensure equipment installation quality including MEP systems, switchgear, UPS, generators, chillers, CRAC/CRAH units, BMS/EPMS systems, and prefabricated modules.
Support factory witness testing (FWT), integrated systems testing (IST), and final acceptance procedures.
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, GC, trades, and third‑party stakeholders.