Data Center Project Manager - Power & Critical Infra

Altorfer Inc; Bartonville (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Education assistance

Tool insurance

Safety equipment reimbursement

Job summary

Altorfer Inc. seeks a Project Manager - Data Center to lead complex EPG projects at our Bartonville, IL site. You will coordinate equipment from multiple vendors, manage schedules and budgets, and ensure on-time delivery of mission-critical data center infrastructure.

This onsite role requires collaboration with Sales, Engineering, vendors, and customers to deliver high-quality results and maintain CAT-standard practices across installation, testing, and handoff.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of project management experience in power generation, electrical infrastructure, construction, or related mission critical industries.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical field is prefered.
• PMP (Project Management Professional) certification is preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of OSHA, ISO and Electrical Safety is a plus.
• Must possess a valid driver's license with clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of electric power generation (EPG) projects from initiation through final commissioning, including engineering submittals, equipment procurement, contractor coordination, systems installation, and quality control.
• Ensure all project work meets mission critical infrastructure requirements with a focus on delivering high-reliability solutions to data center customers.
• Review specifications, drawings, and submittals to verify compliance with project requirements and customer expectations.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including sales, engineering, and service, to ensure technical alignment and smooth project execution.
• Coordinate directly with equipment vendors, packaging companies, and the Caterpillar factory for technical support, application engineering, and order placement.
• Generate purchase orders, manage procurement and logistics, and expedite delivery of all project components including generator sets, switchgear, controls, aftertreatment systems, enclosures, and fuel tanks.
• Provide technical support to field technicians and installation contractors to ensure correct system installation in accordance with CAT standards and best practices.
• Oversee commissioning activities, facilitate startup and functional testing, and ensure successful system handoff to the customer.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, including test reports, warranty registration, operation & maintenance manuals (O&Ms), and closeout packages.
• Proactively manage project schedules, budgets, and risks to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery while maintaining customer satisfaction and financial health of the project.
• Perform on-site visits and facilitate installation audits and customer meetings as needed throughout the project lifecycle.
• Actively contributes to continuous improvement efforts by identifying lessons learned and process enhancements for future project delivery.

Skills

Project management

AutoCAD

Autodesk Inventor

MS Project

Communication

Time management

Vendor coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering / Construction Management

PMP certification (preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD

Autodesk Inventor

Job description

Altorfer Inc. seeks a Project Manager - Data Center to lead complex EPG projects at our Bartonville, IL site. You will coordinate equipment from multiple vendors, manage schedules and budgets, and ensure on-time delivery of mission-critical data center infrastructure.

This onsite role requires collaboration with Sales, Engineering, vendors, and customers to deliver high-quality results and maintain CAT-standard practices across installation, testing, and handoff.