Project Manager Data Center-Site Execution

Rehlko•Kohler, WI

4d•$113,000 - $143,950•Remote

About The Position

The Project Manager Data Center-Site Execution is responsible for leading post-shipment project execution activities for assigned data center projects from shipment through site delivery, installation, customer acceptance, and project closeout. The Project Manager Data Center-Site Execution ensures proper installation of Rehlko-supplied equipment, coordinates site readiness activities, oversees issue resolution, and serves as the primary liaison among internal Rehlko teams, distributors, third-party vendors, and the customer throughout the installation and acceptance phase. The Project Manager Data Center-Site Execution provides commissioning oversight (but does not serve as the commissioning lead) and ensures a seamless transition to the customer operations team at handoff. Project Manager Data Center-Site Execution operates with autonomy and authority to drive decisions, remove barriers, and ensure high-quality customer experience.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering discipline or equivalent
5 years of Generator commissioning/installation experience.
5 years of experience in project management, field engineering, or execution of complex engineered-to-order (ETO) equipment installations, preferably within power systems or critical facilities.
3-5 years of Field experience in installation oversight of generators, switchgear, or power systems strongly preferred.
Demonstrated ability to influence cross-functional teams and external partners without direct authority.
Strong technical problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve installation and field issues under time-sensitive conditions.
Exceptional communication, customer-facing, and stakeholder management skills.
Work Mode: Remote
Location: Any US State (prefer near an airport)
Travel: 40% travel North America (US & Canada)
Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

Lead the execution of assigned data center projects from shipment release through customer acceptance and closeout, ensuring delivery to contractual requirements, cost targets, and quality expectations.
Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, distributors, and internal stakeholders for all post-shipment project execution matters.
Coordinate and monitor site readiness, delivery scheduling, equipment offload, installation planning, and integration with electrical and mechanical contractors.
Participate in installation coordination meetings, and customer status reviews to maintain alignment, resolve issues, and ensure timeline adherence.
Provide oversight during commissioning by coordinating with Rehlko Service, Technical Support, distributors, and third-party commissioning agents; attend key commissioning milestones as needed.
Participate in cross-functional issue resolution involving Application Engineering, Design Engineering, Operations, Quality, Service, and Supply Chain to remove roadblocks and ensure timely corrective action.
Manage project documentation, including site requirements, installation guidelines, change management, punch lists, and customer acceptance records.
Maintain project performance dashboards and provide executive-level reporting on status, risks, punch list closure, and acceptance progress.
Coordinate with Rehlko and distributor service teams to ensure proper startup support, training, and transition to long-term ownership.
Drive project closeout activities, including lessons learned, deliverables review, training documentation, and formal handoff to the customer
Establish strong working relationships with distributors and third-party vendors to ensure alignment with Rehlko standards and customer expectations.