Data Center Liquid Cooling Project Lead

align46; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Align in Sterling, VA is seeking an experienced data center liquid cooling specialist to lead planning, estimating, and execution of advanced cooling infrastructure for hyperscale and AI data center white-space fit-outs. The role emphasizes hands-on design coordination, procurement, installation oversight, and commissioning to ensure readiness of high-density IT equipment.

You will coordinate with engineers, manufacturers, contractors, and operators, manage budgets and schedules, and drive

Qualifications

• Experience leading liquid cooling projects in hyperscale AI data centers.
• Proven ability to coordinate cross‑functional teams including engineers and contractors.
• Strong understanding of data center MEP systems and commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Lead liquid cooling projects from design coordination through installation and turnover.
• Coordinate cooling systems with racks, power, containment, and cabling.
• Manage scope, schedule, budget, procurement, and quality control.
• Act as technical liaison among Align, clients, engineers, and subcontractors.
• Oversee testing, flushing, and commissioning activities.

Skills

Data center cooling

Project management

Design coordination

BIM coordination

Tools

BIM

CAD

Job description

Align in Sterling, VA is seeking an experienced data center liquid cooling specialist to lead planning, estimating, and execution of advanced cooling infrastructure for hyperscale and AI data center white-space fit-outs. The role emphasizes hands-on design coordination, procurement, installation oversight, and commissioning to ensure readiness of high-density IT equipment.

You will coordinate with engineers, manufacturers, contractors, and operators, manage budgets and schedules, and drive