Mechanical Design Manager – Data Center Construction

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Assist and report to designated Project Manager(s) or Project Director.

• Engage regularly with the Owner/Client, consultants, design professionals, and contractors.

• Support Project Manager(s) in overseeing, coordinating, and managing projects throughout all design and construction phases.

• Deliver leadership in electrical and mechanical system design and provide technical guidance on systems that can be maintained concurrently.

• Create reports, schedules, invoices, RFIs, submittals, meeting minutes/agendas, daily reports, change orders, inspections, closeout documents, and client presentations.

• Keep project information updated in project management software.

• Organize project team meetings.

• Convey conceptual designs and ensure project documentation is maintained before, during, and after construction.

• Uphold mechanical design standards, update basis of design, prototype designs, template specifications, and OFCI equipment specifications.

• Review and communicate design RFPs, including the development of mechanical engineering services scope.

• Oversee external design consultants throughout the design and construction phases.

• Ensure mechanical contract documents are finalized on time, within budget, and meet company standards.

• Communicate and enforce engineering and design policies.

• Manage multiple fast-paced projects concurrently.

• Provide strategic technical direction across electrical and mechanical design activities.

• Innovate solutions to cut costs without compromising quality, reliability, or energy efficiency.

• Aid procurement through vendor submittal reviews, factory witness testing, and evaluation of OFCI equipment.

• Identify and implement technologies that enhance energy efficiency, system resilience, and cost-effectiveness.

• Utilize industry advancements and best practices to enhance operations and project outcomes.

• Adhere to relevant SOX control responsibilities.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, architecture, engineering, or a related field.

• Proven experience in project management for large-scale construction programs, including data centers or mission-critical facilities.

• Background in mechanical design and engineering leadership.

• Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in a project management capacity within the construction industry.

• Proficiency in effectively and efficiently managing client accounts.

• Experience leading teams of individual project managers and supporting staff.

• Relevant consulting experience is required.

• Strong understanding of the local construction market.

• Comprehensive grasp of all aspects of the construction project life cycle.

• Ability to foster strong relationships with internal team members, clients, and cross-functional teams.

• Experience in business development with existing and new clients, including opportunities for cross-selling.

• Relevant technical and leadership experience managing significant construction projects or programs.

• Exceptional presentation, verbal, written, organizational, and communication skills.

🏝️ Benefits

• A healthy, productive, and flexible working environment.

• Support for work-life balance.

• An equal opportunity and inclusive workplace.

• Chance to make a significant impact.

• No recruitment fees for candidates.