MEP Engineering Manager - Hyperscale Data Center (Mechanical Systems)
About The Position
Kiewit Industrial & Water Engineering (KIWE) is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead mechanical system design and third-party engineering coordination on hyperscale data center campuses (1GW+). This role is ideal for a client-facing leader with both engineering and project management experience, capable of guiding projects from early schematic design through execution. You will serve as a key interface between Kiewit, clients, and external engineering partners—ensuring mechanical systems are designed, coordinated, and delivered to meet the scale, reliability, and performance demands of mission-critical infrastructure. The focus of this role is on MEP systems, with heavy emphasis on: Chilled water systems, Cooling plants and cooling water infrastructure, HVAC systems and air-side design, Large-scale piping systems, Building Automation BMS and EPMS. You will play a critical role in shaping solutions for some of the most complex AI and hyperscale data center developments in North America, operating at gigawatt-scale capacity.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering or related discipline
- 10–15+ years of experience in engineering, design, or project delivery
- Minimum 3+ years of experience in data center or mission-critical projects
- Experience supporting hyperscale (100MW–1GW+) data center campuses strongly preferred
- Background in client-side, owner’s rep, or consulting engineering roles highly valued
- Strong expertise in: Chilled water systems, Cooling plants / cooling towers, HVAC design and air-side systems, Piping systems for large-scale facilities, Building Automation BMS and EPMS
- Experience managing or coordinating third-party engineering firms and design teams
- Strong understanding of MEP systems in high-reliability environments
- Ability to influence design decisions during early project phases (schematic/design development)
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and communicate at all levels
- Strong commercial awareness and understanding of cost, constructability, and schedule impacts
- Regular, reliable attendance
- Work productively and meet deadlines timely
- Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
- Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
- Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
Nice To Haves
- PE license is a plus
- Candidates may come from roles such as: Engineering Manager, Project Engineer / Senior Project Engineer, Project Manager (MEP / Mission Critical), Owner’s Representative (Data Center / Industrial)
- Experience with firms such as consulting A/E firms, design-build contractors, or client-side organizations is highly relevant.
Responsibilities
- Serve as Engineering Manager for mechanical systems on hyperscale data center projects
- Lead coordination and oversight of third-party engineering firms delivering MEP designs
- Partner with clients during early schematic and concept design phases to develop solution-driven system approaches
- Manage and influence design for chilled water plants, cooling systems, HVAC, and piping infrastructure
- Ensure designs meet performance, reliability (N+1 / 2N), scalability, and constructability requirements
- Provide technical guidance and oversight to internal and external engineering teams
- Collaborate with project management, construction, and estimating teams to align design with execution strategy and cost targets
- Review designs, specifications, and submittals to ensure quality and compliance with project requirements
- Support vendor and equipment selection for major mechanical systems
- Communicate effectively with clients, stakeholders, and internal leadership teams
- Drive continuous improvement, innovation, and value
Benefits
- top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents
- voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs
- life insurance
- disability
- retirement plans with matching
- generous paid time off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
