Data Center Mechanical Lead — Field & Project Leader

DataX Connect; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Job summary

DataX Connect in Lubbock, Texas is seeking an experienced Mechanical Lead for a long-term data center project. This on-site role focuses on overseeing the mechanical construction scope, coordinating with the General Contractor, subcontractors, and engineering teams.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on field leadership, strong project coordination and contractor management skills, and the ability to resolve constructability issues while protecting schedule, safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related discipline preferred.
• Strong field experience on data center or mission-critical projects.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specs.
• Proven contractor management and scheduling coordination.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical construction scope across the project.
• Oversee mechanical contractors and subcontractors on site.
• Monitor installation progress and quality against requirements.
• Coordinate mechanical work with electrical, CSA, and controls teams.
• Review schedules and contractor progress against milestones.
• Identify delays and support mitigation planning.
• Support testing, commissioning, turnover, and closeout.
• Report progress, risks, and contractor performance to leadership.

Skills

Mechanical construction

Project coordination

Contractor management

Field supervision

Reading drawings

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Construction Management degree

Job description

DataX Connect in Lubbock, Texas is seeking an experienced Mechanical Lead for a long-term data center project. This on-site role focuses on overseeing the mechanical construction scope, coordinating with the General Contractor, subcontractors, and engineering teams.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on field leadership, strong project coordination and contractor management skills, and the ability to resolve constructability issues while protecting schedule, safety and quality.