Data Center Project Manager

Zealogics.com; New Jersey; On-site; USD 68,880 - 75,768; Full time

Job summary

Zealogics.com is seeking a project lead for mechanical, electrical, and critical infrastructure CAPEX initiatives in New Jersey. Responsibilities include managing project scope, schedules, and budgets while ensuring compliance with safety standards.

The ideal candidate has 5–10 years of experience in MEP project management, particularly in data center environments. Strong leadership, communication, and technical skills are essential.

Salary range is $50-$55 per hour.

Qualifications

• 5–10+ years of experience managing MEP or mission-critical construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, UPS, generators, and commissioning.
• Ability to produce accurate project documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of mechanical and electrical CAPEX initiatives.
• Execute procurement activities including contract negotiation.
• Coordinate with engineering teams and third-party service providers.

Skills

Project Management

Cross-Functional Leadership

HVAC Systems Knowledge

Vendor Management

Communication Skills

Risk Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as primary project lead for all assigned mechanical, electrical, and critical‑infrastructure CAPEX initiatives.
• Develop and maintain project scope documents, schedules, budgets, risk registers, status reporting, and financial updates for stakeholders.
• Execute procurement activities including RFP development, bid evaluation, vendor selection, and contract negotiation.
• Coordinate with internal engineering, data center operations, MEP consultants, and third‑party service providers to ensure alignment with EDC standards and governance.
• Oversee installation, testing, and commissioning activities for HVAC, UPS, generators, PDUs, controls, fire/life safety systems, and other mechanical/electrical components.
• Manage project CAPEX budget and assist with vendor payment generation as required.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements, safety protocols, and industry standards, including support for SLA/KPI commitments.
• Maintain project documentation, status tracking, change‑management processes, and required meeting cadence.
• Support sustainability and certification goals (LEED, WELL, WiredScore, SmartScore) through project design and execution on a per project basis.
• Partner with data center operations teams to ensure seamless handover into steady‑state operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field preferred.
• 5–10+ years of experience managing MEP or mission‑critical construction projects within data centers or a similar environment required.
• Experience with financial firms is preferred as it relates to the critical nature of refreshing equipment in a live financial data center environment is preferred.
• This is a MEP role and not telecom or application/software development.
• Strong knowledge of critical facility systems including HVAC, UPS, generators, PDUs, controls, and commissioning processes.
• Proven ability to lead cross‑functional teams, manage vendors, and oversee large‑scale project budgets.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to manage stakeholder expectations and produce accurate documentation.
• Ability to work in dynamic, fast‑paced environments while maintaining safety, quality, and governance standards.

$50-$55