MEP Project Manager

Overwatch Mission Critical • Chicago, IL

8h • Onsite

About The Position

This role will focus on the base building and MEP infrastructure portions of the
project. They will be required to coordinate with the DCIB teams that are
executing the tenant fit out data hall white space projects separately.
Project Oversight: Lead and manage the construction of data centers by
colocation providers, ensuring all projects are completed on time, within
budget, and to the highest quality standards.
Risk Evaluation: develop a deep understanding of the project to evaluate the
risk profiles associated with timely delivery, address gaps in risk
identification and mitigation and inform the business of associated potential
impacts.
Risk Management: develop mitigation strategies for major project risks to
ensure project success.
Stakeholder Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact between the
company and colocation providers, facilitating clear and effective
communication. Develop and maintain key relationships to effectively support
internal and external stakeholders.
Schedule Management: Develop and maintain detailed project schedules,
coordinating with colocation providers to ensure timely delivery of
milestones.
Tenant Fit Out Integration: Work closely throughout design, construction, and
commissioning to fully coordinate and integrate the separate scope of tenant
fit out projects with the DCIB teams leading these efforts.
Quality Assurance: Implement and oversee quality control processes to ensure
all construction activities meet design specifications and industry
standards.
Design Coordination: Collaborate with design teams to ensure that
construction activities align with the approved design plans and
specifications.
Compliance: Ensure all construction activities comply with relevant
regulations, codes, and standards.
Provide ongoing colocation Provider evaluation input for continuous
improvement
Regular site walks to ensure schedule, coordination, and quality will be
required throughout the life of the project on a regular basis.

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of base building data center construction- civil, structural, architectural, mechanical, electrical, controls, and plumbing.
• Project management: for startup and commissioning phases of major data center projects.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to address complex challenges in a fast-paced construction environment.
• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of data center design, construction, and operational requirements, with a focus on cutting-edge technologies and sustainability.
• Project Management: Proven expertise in managing large-scale data center construction projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely and within-budget delivery.
• Budget Management: Proficiency in creating, managing, and optimizing project budgets to ensure cost-effective use of resources.
• Risk Management: Ability to identify potential risks and develop effective mitigation strategies to minimize impact on project timelines and costs.
• Vendor Management: Experience in selecting, negotiating, and managing contracts with external vendors, contractors, and suppliers.
• Regulatory Compliance: Knowledge of relevant regulations, industry standards, and organizational policies to ensure compliance in all construction activities.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective stakeholder engagement and clear project updates.
• For roles that require on-site presence or travel between work locations as an essential function of the position, candidates must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license appropriate for the role and be eligible to operate a motor vehicle in accordance with applicable laws.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in a professional work environment, including preparing written reports and documentation, conveying information clearly to team members, clients, and stakeholders, and responding appropriately to verbal and written communications related to job duties.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred 8 years+ of experience in construction project management, with a focus on data center or colocation infrastructure either for a general contractor, colocation provider, or hyperscaler.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the construction of data centers by colocation providers
• Develop a deep understanding of the project to evaluate the risk profiles associated with timely delivery
• Develop mitigation strategies for major project risks
• Serve as the primary point of contact between the company and colocation providers
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules
• Work closely throughout design, construction, and commissioning to fully coordinate and integrate the separate scope of tenant fit out projects with the DCIB teams leading these efforts.
• Implement and oversee quality control processes
• Collaborate with design teams to ensure that construction activities align with the approved design plans and specifications.
• Ensure all construction activities comply with relevant regulations, codes, and standards.
• Provide ongoing colocation Provider evaluation input for continuous improvement
• Regular site walks to ensure schedule, coordination, and quality

Benefits

• We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid time off.
• Relocation assistance is available to support candidates transitioning to the location.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed