MEP Coordinator - Data Center

Unicon Pharma Inc; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

GSA allowance ($3,500/month)

Significant growth opportunity

Job summary

A leading infrastructure firm is seeking a Data Center Lead to oversee commissioning and operational readiness for critical infrastructure projects. Responsibilities include managing mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, troubleshooting complex issues, and mentoring teams. Ideal candidates have over 10 years of experience and strong expertise in automation or MEP systems. This role offers a competitive compensation package and significant growth potential as the project scales.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in data centers, mission‑critical facilities, or large‑scale infrastructure projects.
• Strong expertise in MEP systems or automation controls systems.
• Proven leadership in commissioning, operations, or construction environments.
• Experience with startup, commissioning (Cx), or critical systems validation is preferred.
• Ability to work on-site and relocate as required.
• Structured onboarding/training in Cedar Rapids before deployment.

Responsibilities

• Lead commissioning and operational readiness activities for data center infrastructure.
• Oversee MEP systems, including mechanical and electrical components.
• Support startup, testing, and validation of critical systems.
• Coordinate with construction, engineering, and commissioning teams to meet milestones.
• Troubleshoot complex system issues and drive timely resolutions.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and performance standards.
• Provide leadership and direction to onsite teams and subcontractors.

Skills

Leadership in commissioning

Mechanical systems expertise

Electrical systems expertise

Plumbing systems expertise

Automation controls systems

Troubleshooting complex systems

Job description

Job Title: Data Center Lead (MEP / Electrical / Automation)

Duration: 24-month to start (project likely to go through 2031)

Locations:

• Project deployment: IN and/or PA (with additional sites possible)

Compensation: Includes GSA allowance (~$3,500/month)

Overview

We are seeking experienced Data Center Leads to support large-scale data center commissioning projects in partnership with our Construction client. This is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing critical systems and ensuring successful startup and operation of mission‑critical infrastructure.

This opportunity is part of a rapidly growing project pipeline, with an initial team of 3 hires expanding to as many as 20 professionals over the coming months.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead commissioning and operational readiness activities for data center infrastructure
• Oversee MEP systems, including mechanical, electrical, and plumbing components
• Support startup, testing, and validation of critical systems (power, cooling, automation)
• Coordinate with construction, engineering, and commissioning teams to ensure project milestones are met
• Troubleshoot complex system issues and drive resolution in a fast‑paced environment
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and performance standards
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and direction to onsite teams and subcontractors

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in data centers, mission‑critical facilities, or large‑scale infrastructure projects
• Strong expertise in at least one of the following, with preference for multi‑disciplinary experience: MEP systems, Automation / controls systems
• Proven leadership experience in commissioning, operations, or construction environments
• Experience with startup, commissioning (Cx), or critical systems validation strongly preferred
• Ability to work on‑site and relocate as required
• Structured onboarding/training in Cedar Rapids before deployment to active project sites
• Significant growth opportunity as project team scales throughout the year