Data Center MEP Project Leader

Project Talent Partners; Georgia; On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Project Talent Partners is seeking an experienced MEP Project Manager for data center construction projects. You will oversee planning, coordination, and commercial management of MEP systems from preconstruction through commissioning and turnover.

You will lead a team of engineers and field staff, coordinate with design consultants, owners, and trade partners, and ensure safety, quality, and schedule adherence while delivering within budget.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 7–10 years of commercial construction experience, including MEP scope management on large projects.
• Data center or mission-critical experience strongly preferred.
• Proven experience managing MEP subcontractors, budgets, schedules, and client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of MEP project delivery from procurement through closeout.
• Develop and implement MEP execution strategies aligned with project objectives.
• Coordinate activities between field operations, design teams, owners, consultants, and subcontractors.
• Monitor project performance and resolve technical, commercial, and schedule issues.
• Support commissioning and client handover.
• Manage budgets, forecasts, cost reporting, and financial performance.
• Review subcontractor contracts, change orders, and payment applications.
• Evaluate and negotiate change management, claims, and scope revisions.
• Monitor procurement activities and equipment delivery to support schedules.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining quality and performance.
• Develop and maintain project schedules and monitor milestones.
• Coordinate commissioning activities and owner acceptance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management/Engineering

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Job description

Project Talent Partners is seeking an experienced MEP Project Manager for data center construction projects. You will oversee planning, coordination, and commercial management of MEP systems from preconstruction through commissioning and turnover.

You will lead a team of engineers and field staff, coordinate with design consultants, owners, and trade partners, and ensure safety, quality, and schedule adherence while delivering within budget.