MEP Manager, Data Centers

Together AI•San Francisco, CA

1d•$250,000 - $280,000

About The Position

As Together AI’s first MEP Manager hire, you’ll sit at the intersection of infrastructure, finance, and operations - owning how and where we scale the physical backbone of our AI cloud. As MEP Manager you will be the subject matter expert in data center electrical/mechanical systems, infrastructure, and engineering practices, experienced on large construction projects with an operational perspective. This role blends technical understanding of data center design (power, cooling, plumbing) with strategic planning, financial analysis, and commercial negotiation. You’ll help decide what we build, where we build, and who we build it with, shaping the economics and resilience of Together’s global AI infrastructure footprint.

Responsibilities

Evaluate Datacenter properties for deployment and use and of high power GPU servers
Coordinate MEP designs with architectural and structural disciplines to identify and resolve conflicts (clash detection).
Review MEP drawings, specifications, and BOQs to ensure accuracy and compliance.
Monitor installation and commissioning activities on-site for HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and other building systems.
Manage contractors and vendors to ensure adherence to project timelines and deliverables.
Conduct regular site inspections and attend coordination meetings with consultants, contractors, and other stakeholders.
Verify material submittals, method statements, and shop drawings for compliance with project requirements.
Liaise with consultants, architects, and the client to ensure technical requirements are met.
Assist in the development and maintenance of project schedules for MEP works.
Ensure that all MEP works are executed safely and in compliance with local codes and standards.
Lead testing and commissioning activities and ensure successful handover of MEP systems.
Project set up with project budget and schedule creation including oversight.
RFP development, pre-bid planning, oversight, and coordination.
Assist team on facilitating design and construction phases.
Assist with coordination of contractors. Either traditional contractors or design build contractors.
Oversight of physical construction activities on site.
Assist with coordination and logistical planning for all OFCI equipment.
For assigned construction projects, manage General Contractors and vendors project management resources.
Report to assigned project team and manager.
QA/QC work of assigned projects to confirm accuracy.
Review monthly billing with team, confirm substantiation and audit vs budget.
Ensure ‘lessons learned’ are held and placed in the feedback loop to drive continuous improvement.
Ensure project team aligns with project turnover documentation requirements to Operations.
Work closely with Operations to coordinate design criteria and construction with ongoing maintenance and operation of existing facilities.