Data Center MEP Construction Lead (Hybrid Role)

Work Wise Talent; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Work Wise Talent is seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager, Engineering to serve as the on-site liaison between our Design Engineering team and construction partners, delivering world-class data center projects.

This hybrid role supports design through commissioning and turnover, coordinating with contractors and internal teams to ensure design intent, safety, schedule, and budget are met.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience delivering large-scale data center or mission-critical projects.
• Strong understanding of critical MEP systems: electrical distribution, generators, UPS, HVAC, chilled water, CRAH/CRAC, fire protection.

Responsibilities

• Represent the Design Engineering team throughout construction, ensuring design intent is accurately executed in the field.
• Partner with contractors, consultants, and internal teams to deliver large-scale hyperscale data center projects safely, on time, and within budget.
• Review construction progress, identify technical issues, and coordinate solutions with engineering and project stakeholders.
• Monitor installation of critical mechanical and electrical systems, ensuring quality, reliability, and compliance with project specifications.
• Support commissioning, operational readiness, and final turnover to operations.
• Manage project schedules, risks, budgets, and reporting while maintaining strong communication across all stakeholders.

Skills

10+ years experience

MEP systems knowledge

End-to-end project delivery

Independent with contractors

Communication & organization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Job description

Work Wise Talent is seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager, Engineering to serve as the on-site liaison between our Design Engineering team and construction partners, delivering world-class data center projects.

This hybrid role supports design through commissioning and turnover, coordinating with contractors and internal teams to ensure design intent, safety, schedule, and budget are met.