Data Center Project Manager - On-Site - Hubbard TX, Waco, Corsicana, Hillsboro
About The Position
Carrier Global Corporation is seeking a Project Manager to oversee Carrier’s scope of work in data center construction projects. The role manages startup, commissioning, and field modifications of Carrier air- and water-cooled chillers and coordinates with engineering, factory operations, field service, commissioning authorities, general contractors, and subcontractors. The primary job site is Hubbard, Texas, and extensive travel for onsite construction project management may be required. Relocation assistance is available to eligible candidates who meet company program requirements. The Project Manager leads project execution, manages schedules and budgets, monitors KPIs and profit margins, coordinates stakeholders and customers, and ensures technical compliance with drawings, codes, standards, and project specifications. The role also oversees change orders, revenue forecasting, project documentation, warranty processing, parts ordering and tracking, and job safety standards. The annual salary range is $96,000–$192,000. The position is eligible for short-term cash incentives, subject to plan requirements. Benefits include health care, retirement, paid time off and leave, disability coverage, life insurance, tax-advantaged accounts, and tuition assistance. Specific benefits may vary based on state and local laws and eligibility factors.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least 5 years of project management experience, or at least 4 years in mechanical installation, building automation, electrical installation, or construction.
- At least 2 years of experience reading and interpreting blueprints and technical mechanical systems documents.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering, or a master’s degree/MBA.
- Data center industry experience with water- or air-cooled chillers.
- Commercial HVAC expertise, including centrifugal chillers, Cooling Distribution Unit systems, and airside equipment.
- Project Management Professional certification.
- Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design certification or experience with Building Automation Systems.
- Ability to multitask, prioritize, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.
- Strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
- Ability to build rapport and trust with customers through active listening and effective solutions.
Responsibilities
- Lead startup, commissioning, and field modification processes for Carrier air- and water-cooled chillers in newly constructed data centers.
- Develop and manage project plans, ensuring schedules and budgets are met.
- Track and review key performance indicators to monitor project success.
- Conduct progress meetings with stakeholders to address design, material delivery, and labor schedules.
- Ensure projects meet or exceed booked profit margin goals.
- Work with project coordination to order and track chiller parts needed for warranty execution.
- Collaborate with sales, prime contractors, and end-users to fulfill project scope and deliverables.
- Serve as Carrier’s primary liaison among the customer, commissioning authority, general contractor, and subcontractors.
- Resolve customer concerns professionally and promptly.
- Interpret and apply mechanical, electrical, and architectural drawings to ensure compliance with design specifications.
- Ensure adherence to industry codes, standards, and project specifications.
- Apply working knowledge of Building Automation System integration to ensure proper controls functionality.
- Manage the change order process to prevent scope creep and maintain project integrity.
- Forecast monthly revenue by estimating project completion costs.
- Manage project documentation, including warranty processing and factory-generated service information, in collaboration with the Service Engineering team.
- Maintain rigorous job safety standards across projects.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Wellness incentives
- Retirement benefits
- Paid vacation days, up to 15 days
- Paid sick days, up to 5 days
- Paid personal leave, up to 5 days
- Paid holidays, up to 13 days
- Birth and adoption leave
- Parental leave
- Family and medical leave
- Bereavement leave
- Jury duty leave
- Military leave
- Purchased vacation
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Life insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment coverage
- Health Savings Account
- Health Care Spending Account
- Dependent Care Spending Account
- Tuition assistance
- Short-term cash incentives
- Relocation assistance for eligible candidates meeting company program requirements
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
