Data Center Construction Project Manager – MEP Tenant Fit Outs

Pkaza Data Center Recruiting

Reno (NV)

On-site

USD 150,000 - 210,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

Pkaza Data Center Recruiting seeks an experienced Data Center MEP Construction Project Manager for Reno, NV. You will lead tenant fit‑out projects, manage budgets and schedules, and coordinate with clients and vendors to ensure on‑time delivery of data hall deployments.

The role requires strong oversight of MEP interiors, wiring, liquid cooling at the Rack, and compliance with design standards across complex data center sites.

Qualifications

Experience managing Data Center Construction Projects as Owner or GC.
Budgeting, scheduling and cost control for large scopes.
Strong ability to read blueprints and site drawings.

Responsibilities

Lead multi‑megawatt tenant fit‑out projects with hyperscale requirements.
Develop SOWs, BOMs, budgets, schedules and risk registers.
Coordinate with customers, contractors and vendors to deliver on time.

Skills

Data Center Construction

Budgeting

Scheduling

PMP (certification)

Client facing

Leadership

Reading blueprints (Revit/AutoCAD)

Risk management

Vendor/contract management

Communication

Education

BA/BS in Construction Management or related field

Tools

Oracle Primavera P6

Bluebeam

AutoCAD

MS Office

Job description

Data Center Construction Project Manager – MEP Tenant Fit Outs – Reno, NV

This opportunity is with a systems integrator for data center white space fit‑out construction solutions for the critical facilities industry. Our client is taking their expertise and focus and applying it towards data hall tenant fit‑out projects for the cutting edge AI Marketplace. This company will provide a complete life cycle of solutions that will be custom‑fit to the requirements of their client’s mission‑critical facility.

We are looking for a Data Center MEP Construction Project Manager to support critical facility tenant fit‑out construction projects. They will be responsible for all aspects of managing a data center construction project. The PM will manage customer deployments and large‑scale tenant fit‑out projects spanning entire data halls and buildings for liquid cooling at the Rack. The Project Delivery team will work closely with the customer to seamlessly integrate requirements without impeding data center operations and services. This will include providing leadership to contractors and vendors associated with the delivery of company projects. The candidate will have overall responsibility to work with internal and external stakeholders for the delivery of assigned projects on budget on time and assurance that the project scope and quality meet Company Design Standards and the objectives set for the project. The PM will ensure equipment purchased is onsite at the project when needed. The successful candidate will have to be exceptionally organized and be great with back office work (change orders, budgets, paperwork driven, etc.) This opportunity provides a career‑growth minded role with exciting projects with leading‑edge technology and innovation as well as competitive salaries and benefits.

Responsibilities:

Support multi‑megawatt tenant fit‑out projects commonly derived from Hyperscale customer requirements
Deliver Built to Suit fit‑out projects with a heavy emphasis on value‑engineering
Manage day‑to‑day coordination and execution of data center tenant fit‑out and customer deployment projects to ensure that all day to day project responsibilities are met by the contractors and vendors on the project
Manage construction tasks if needed: including cabinet installation, security caging assembly, liquid cooling, air containment system setup, etc.
Coordinate delivery of white space build‑outs including racks, containment, structured cabling, and supporting MEP infrastructure
Work with construction managers, customer, specialized contractors or data center integrators to develop comprehensive project scope (SOW), bill of materials (BOM), project plans, budget, schedule, risk registers, and action item logs
Conduct site surveys and validate that plans, materials, and expectations align with conditions and to identify any potential challenges or issues
Serve as a key point of contact between internal and external stakeholders, providing expert guidance and leadership to ensure alignment of project delivery efforts with organizational goals and priorities
Spearhead the strategic planning and execution of complex, high‑value projects, with a focus on meeting the unique / customized requirements of Hyperscale / AI customers
Anticipate and understand client needs during the planning and implementation phases by continuously validating project scope
Risk management and contingency planning, identifying potential risks and opportunities, developing mitigation strategies, and ensuring timely resolution of issues to minimize project delays and cost overruns;identify long lead and critical path items to influence tenant fit‑out scope and customer decision making abilities
Track project milestones, deliverables, and key dependencies; proactively identify and resolve risks and issues
Prepare and maintain project documentation, reports, and dashboards for internal stakeholders and customer teams
Lead and participate in coordination meetings with internal teams, design consultants, contractors, and tenant representatives to ensure clear expectations, scopes of work
Maintain project documentation and ensure drawings, specifications, and project records are current and organized
Help ensure compliance with data center operational standards, environmental health and safety / OSHA requirements, and quality standards when working in sites under active construction
Contribute to continuous improvement of project management processes, tools, and reporting standards
Support procurement activities including contract administration, change order review, and invoice tracking
Collaborate with Procurement and Operations to identify preferred vendors, contractors, and material distribution partners
Establish and maintain diverse supplier relationships in designated markets to drive competitiveness and value for our customers
Monitor project budgets and financial performance while keeping Management and Accounting informed of any unexpected variances
Maintain a high level of knowledge about Company’s services, including customer requirements, methods of delivery, implementation, support processes and Service Level Agreements (SLAs)
Drive Company Standards uniformly as it regards to Project Delivery by all project participants on all projects
Oversee quality assurance by performing regular on‑site inspections during and upon completion of all assigned projects
Implement best practices and lessons learned from previous projects
Provide mentorship and day‑to‑day oversight for an Associate Project Manager or Senior Associate Project Manager, supporting their professional growth and development across project coordination and delivery activities
Review design layout of systems with Revit / AutoCAD for installation

Qualifications:

BA /BS degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field a plus
Experience managing Data Center Construction Projects as an Owner or as a General Contractor / GC for data center owners, Colos, Hyperscale Companies, or enterprise clients is required
Experience managing budgets from 10mm – 100mm
Minimum of 7 years relevant experience in the Data Center Construction Industry
Minimum of 5 years of MEP Construction (Interiors) Project Management experience
Proven ability to manage complex data hall tenant fit‑outs in the white space, including budgeting, scheduling, resource allocation, and cost control
Strong understanding of data hall space / tenant fit‑outs for a white space: structured cabling, data center connectivity, cable management, racks, cabinet installation, physical security caging, and air containment systems, etc
Ability to lead MEP field team implementing liquid cooling at the Rack, establish accountability, and drive successful project execution
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, site drawings and diagrams, and all other provided materials – One‑lines, Revit or AutoCAD
Regular presence at an active data center construction project sites is required M‑F
Flexibility to support critical project milestones when required
Open to heavy travel or relo to project site for project assignments
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with clients, contractors, vendors, and internal teams
Strong analytical and decision‑making skills, with the ability to anticipate risks and resolve issues in a fast‑paced environment
Client Facing / Client relationship / Client Management skills
Ability to work independently
Previous administrative experience managing change orders, billing, creating reports, etc.
Computer savvy: MS Office, Oracle Primavera P6, Procure, Bluebeam, or AutoCAD a plus
PMP, RCDD, OSHA or other relevant certifications are a big plus
Belong or have attended professional organizations such as AFCOM, ASHRAE, 7×24 exchange, PTC, Data center Dynamics / DCD, Uptime, iMasons, Bisnow etc.
Previous experience in the Military / Military Veterans a huge plus! Experience with Electrical / Mechanical: Navy nukes – EMN, ETN, MMNs, Seabees, Army – Power Generation, Air Force – Power Production, Generator Techs, Maritime, Coast Guard, Army National Guard, etc.