Onsite Project Manager
About The Position
NorthStar Energy Solutions is hiring an Onsite Project Manager – Data Center Electrical (Medium Voltage). The Onsite Project Manager is responsible for overseeing the installation, coordination, and delivery of medium voltage (MV) electrical systems for data center construction projects. This role ensures that all MV infrastructure—such as substations, switchgear, transformers, and distribution systems—is installed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with design specifications and industry standards. The position requires close coordination with contractors, utilities, and engineering teams in a fast-paced, mission-critical environment.
Requirements
- Experience in medium voltage (MV) electrical systems installation
- Familiarity with data center construction standards
- Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, specifications, and one-line diagrams
- Knowledge of NEC and local codes
- Experience managing subcontractors and field crews
- Understanding of safety protocols, including lockout/tagout (LOTO)
- Experience with RFIs, submittals, and change orders
- Ability to conduct site walks, inspections, and QA/QC verification
- Experience supporting commissioning activities
- Collaboration skills with other engineering teams
- Reporting skills to stakeholders
Responsibilities
- Lead onsite execution of medium voltage electrical scope for data center construction projects
- Manage installation of MV systems (typically 5kV–35kV), including switchgear, transformers, feeders, and substations
- Coordinate with utility providers for service integration, energization, and outages
- Oversee subcontractors and field crews to ensure quality, safety, and adherence to schedule
- Review and interpret electrical drawings, specifications, and one-line diagrams
- Track project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies
- Ensure compliance with NEC, local codes, and data center design standards
- Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and field documentation
- Conduct site walks, inspections, and QA/QC verification of installed systems
- Support commissioning activities, including pre-functional and functional testing of MV systems
- Collaborate with civil, structural, and mechanical teams to resolve coordination issues
- Enforce safety protocols, including lockout/tagout (LOTO) and energized work procedures
- Provide regular reporting to stakeholders on schedule, budget, and progress
Benefits
- 401(k) with immediate matching and vesting
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Choice of PPO, HSA, FSA
- Short-term and long-term benefits
- Employee discounts on consumer goods
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
