Project Coordinator, Building Operations- SS

Nationwide•Columbus, OH

7d•$79,500 - $148,500

About The Position

The Project Coordinator, Facilities coordinates and prioritizes project planning, communication, execution, and completion for facilities and mission-critical environments. The position serves as a specialist in the engineering, installation, testing, maintenance, and operation of electrical distribution, HVAC, UPS, fire alarm, data controls, generator, life safety, and other electrical and mechanical systems in data centers. It contributes to strategic planning and resolves complex electrical and mechanical issues. The role oversees daily maintenance and reliability of critical infrastructure, coordinates technicians and vendors, and helps ensure uninterrupted operation of facility systems. It develops maintenance processes, leads responses to failures and emergencies, monitors system performance, supports project documentation and compliance, and coordinates equipment installations and facility improvements. The position reports to a Director and serves as a team or project lead for special projects and processes. This is a safety-sensitive building maintenance role. It is overtime-eligible and may require on-call availability, non-standard hours, rotating shifts, and emergency response 24/7. Hands-on work may be required to address facility emergencies.

Requirements

Undergraduate studies in an engineering subject area, or technical/vocational studies with equivalent work experience.
Typically eight or more years of experience in electrical and mechanical maintenance, including electrical power distribution and HVAC systems in a raised-floor environment.
Specialist knowledge of the installation, maintenance, repair, and operation of electrical power distribution, HVAC, life safety, and other electrical/mechanical systems.
Experience with electrical and mechanical test equipment.
Ability to install, maintain, repair, and complete complex electrical distribution, HVAC, and electrical/mechanical systems.
Ability to interpret advanced environmental system blueprints and electrical schematics.
Ability to supervise others in safe work procedures for electrical and mechanical systems.
Strong verbal and written communication skills for communicating at all levels.
Ability to respond to emergencies 24/7 and perform hands-on work to remedy issues.
Ability to work overtime, on-call, non-standard hours, and rotating shifts as needed.
Regularly and consistently demonstrate Nationwide Values.

Nice To Haves

Certifications as a Level I Vibration Analyst and Thermographer.
State Hydronics License.
State Electrical License.
State Fire Alarm License.
State HVAC License.
CFC refrigerant certification.

Responsibilities

Supervise and coordinate mission-critical maintenance technicians and third-party vendors.
Maintain reliable operation of UPS systems, PDU equipment, generators and fuel systems, switchgear and electrical distribution, CRAC/CRAH units and HVAC systems, and network cabling.
Develop and manage preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs and procedures.
Lead responses to critical alarms, equipment failures, and emergencies.
Monitor system performance using BMS/EPMS platforms and facility monitoring tools.
Review and approve maintenance procedures, MOPs, SOPs, and EOPs.
Ensure compliance with applicable safety standards and regulations, including OSHA, NFPA, and NEC.
Conduct facility infrastructure inspections, audits, and risk assessments.
Coordinate scheduled maintenance and shutdowns to minimize operational impact.
Maintain maintenance records, logs, reports, and incident documentation.
Support general maintenance, building infrastructure, capacity planning, equipment upgrades, and improvement projects.
Train, mentor, and evaluate maintenance personnel.
Provide engineering services through internal and external resources for Nationwide facilities, including architectural, electrical, mechanical, fire protection, and data center services.
Complete project documentation according to applicable governmental and industry requirements, including NFPA, NETA, IEEE, and AIA standards.
Coordinate installation phases for data processing equipment, including locations, installation requirements, schedules, connectivity, power sources, and schematics.
Create and maintain raised-floor plans and coordinate equipment locations and master plans with Nationwide Technology staff, including hot and cold aisles and data and power paths.
Lead major capital improvement, tenant improvement, financial, and data processing projects.
Perform facility maintenance and repair tasks, including hands-on emergency response.
Perform other responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Life insurance.
Short- and long-term disability coverage.
Paid time off, including a minimum of 18 days per full calendar year for newly hired associates, prorated quarterly based on hire date.
Nine paid holidays.
Eight hours of Lifetime paid time off.
Eight hours of Unity Day paid time off.
401(k) with company match.
Company-paid pension plan.
Business casual attire.