Data Center MEP/OFCI Project Lead

KALCON; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with match

Paid time off

National holidays

License and certification reimbursemen

Job summary

KALCON seeks an experienced MEP/OFCI Project Manager to serve as an Owner’s Representative on large-scale, mission-critical construction projects. You will oversee MEP coordination across design, construction, commissioning, and closeout, ensuring systems are planned, installed, tested, and turned over per schedule, quality, and safety standards.

Primary responsibilities include budget and schedule oversight, cross-team liaison, procurement coordination, QA/QC, and closeout activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required with equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience working with MEP systems on commercial, industrial, mission-critical, or data center construction projects in a project management, field management, or owner-support role.
• Working knowledge of MEP systems (electrical, mechanical, plumbing, fire protection, and controls) sufficient to support coordination, review, and oversight activities.
• Experience interacting with general contractors, subcontractors, and design teams, with the ability to track progress, observe work in the field, and flag potential issues.
• Experience on data center or mission-critical projects is a strong plus, but not required.
• Proficiency with common construction tools such as Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office, or similar platforms.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple MEP tenant fit-out and base building projects simultaneously, maintaining updated budgets, schedules, and status reports across all mechanical, electrical, and plumbing scopes.
• Conduct regular schedule reviews and lead weekly project meetings; perform routine site walks to validate installation progress, sequencing, and alignment with project milestones.
• Serve as a key liaison between the Client, contractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders, supporting coordination of procurement, equipment delivery, and overall project execution.
• Manage and coordinate project activities including document reviews, cost optimization, contract administration, design modifications, and GMP/buyout processes.
• Lead MEP design coordination, preconstruction, and construction activities, including submittal reviews, trade coordination, and QA/QC oversight in partnership with the construction team.
• Maintain and enforce project quality and safety standards through regular site observations, coordination with safety teams, and reporting of key metrics.
• Review and approve contractor pay applications, change orders, and other cost-related documentation; track and manage overall project financial performance.
• Facilitate and document project meetings (OAC, design, coordination, and trade partner meetings), maintaining clear communication and accountability across all stakeholders.
• Oversee document control and project management systems (e.g., Procore), ensuring accurate records, reporting, and successful project closeout.
• Coordinate with design teams, contractors, and stakeholders to support overall project planning, phasing, and execution strategies.
• Support permitting and entitlement processes, coordinating with AHJs and ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with Operations and Commissioning teams to support construction in live environments, including development of MOPs and coordination of critical work activities.
• Support commissioning, startup, and turnover activities, ensuring systems are delivered in accordance with project requirements and operational standards.
• Manage third-party vendors and ensure successful delivery of all assigned scopes.
• Monitor project budgets and schedules, providing regular updates and reports to leadership and key stakeholders.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of internal project management processes and best practices.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by Management.

Skills

MEP systems knowledge

Procore

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Education

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

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Job description

KALCON seeks an experienced MEP/OFCI Project Manager to serve as an Owner’s Representative on large-scale, mission-critical construction projects. You will oversee MEP coordination across design, construction, commissioning, and closeout, ensuring systems are planned, installed, tested, and turned over per schedule, quality, and safety standards.

Primary responsibilities include budget and schedule oversight, cross-team liaison, procurement coordination, QA/QC, and closeout activities.