Data Center MEP Construction Lead

LVI Associates; Illinois; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

LVI Associates is seeking an experienced MEP Construction Manager to oversee the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing scope on large-scale data center and mission-critical projects across multiple locations in the United States. The ideal candidate has a minimum of 5 years of construction experience with hands-on on-site work and a strong understanding of MEP systems in complex environments.

Prior experience with Owner's Representative, developer, or PM consultancy is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of construction experience focused on MEP systems.
• Data center or mission-critical project experience required.
• Experience with Owner's Representative, PM consultancy, or client-side organization preferred.
• Strong field and site-based construction management experience.
• Ability to coordinate contractors, consultants, commissioning teams, and client stakeholders.
• Knowledge of project scheduling, budgeting, quality control, and construction safety.
• Willingness to travel to project locations across the United States.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the MEP scope from construction through commissioning.
• Ensure work is executed safely, on schedule, within budget, and to high quality standards.
• Collaborate with contractors, consultants, vendors, and client stakeholders.
• Support hyperscale and mission-critical data center project delivery.
• Travel to project locations as required.

Skills

Field construction management

MEP systems knowledge

Coordination with contractors/consults

Travel readiness

Job description

LVI Associates is seeking an experienced MEP Construction Manager to oversee the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing scope on large-scale data center and mission-critical projects across multiple locations in the United States. The ideal candidate has a minimum of 5 years of construction experience with hands-on on-site work and a strong understanding of MEP systems in complex environments.

Prior experience with Owner's Representative, developer, or PM consultancy is preferred.