Data Center Mechanical Construction Manager (Liquid Cooling)

Iris Energy; Childress (TX); On-site; USD 83,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night shift premium

Per diem

Relocation assistance

Job summary

IREN is seeking a Construction Manager – Mechanical in Childress, TX to own complex mechanical construction scopes, with a focus on liquid cooling for high‑performance data centers. You will lead cross‑functional teams, drive safety, and ensure quality from design through commissioning.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, 7+ years in mechanical construction, including data center projects, and proficiency with cooling systems and industry standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred.
• 7+ years of mechanical construction management experience, with at least 3 years in data center or mission‑critical facility projects.
• Experience with liquid cooling systems (e.g., direct‑to‑chip, immersion cooling) in HPC environments.

Responsibilities

• Project Oversight – Manage all mechanical construction activities for data center projects, including installation of liquid cooling systems, HVAC, piping, and related infrastructure.
• Liquid Cooling Expertise – Oversee design, procurement, installation, and commissioning of liquid cooling technologies for high‑density computing environments.
• Coordination – Collaborate with architects, electrical engineers, general contractors, and vendors to integrate mechanical systems with other data center components (power, networking).
• Quality Control – Ensure all mechanical installations comply with project specifications, industry standards, and local building codes.
• Schedule Management – Develop and maintain project schedules, ensuring timely completion of mechanical milestones while mitigating risks.
• Budget Management – Monitor and control mechanical construction costs to adhere to budgets.
• Safety Compliance – Enforce OSHA and site‑specific safety protocols.
• Vendor Management – Manage relationships with subcontractors and suppliers for timely delivery of materials and services.
• Commissioning and Testing – Oversee commissioning of mechanical systems, including performance testing of liquid cooling loops, pumps, exchangers, and backup systems.
• Documentation – Maintain accurate records of installations, drawings, specs, and compliance reports.
• Sustainability Focus – Promote energy‑efficient and sustainable practices in design and construction.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Problem solving

Detail oriented

Safety

HVAC knowledge

PMP/LEED certs

Liquid cooling experience

Data center standards

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Construction Management degree

PMP/LEED AP certifications

Tools

Procore

Primavera

MS Project

MS Office Suite

Job description

IREN is seeking a Construction Manager – Mechanical in Childress, TX to own complex mechanical construction scopes, with a focus on liquid cooling for high‑performance data centers. You will lead cross‑functional teams, drive safety, and ensure quality from design through commissioning.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, 7+ years in mechanical construction, including data center projects, and proficiency with cooling systems and industry standards.