Hybrid Data Center Project Manager - HVAC & Critical Cooling

Daikin Applied; Odessa (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 153,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Non-logo company vehicle with most-exp

Medical insurance

401K

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Sick time

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Daikin Applied is seeking a Data Center Project Manager to plan, direct, and coordinate data center projects, including complex mechanical, HVAC, and controls construction for mission-critical facilities, ensuring goals and objectives are met on time and within budget. This hybrid role offers remote work with approximately 25% travel to project sites in west Texas, including Midland.

You will lead project management, commissioning, planning, safety, reporting, and customer relations, influencing

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management or related field and relevant experience.
• 5+ years progressive project management in HVAC/mechanical construction.
• 2+ years managing mission-critical data center construction/commissioning.
• Knowledge of mission-critical HVAC systems and reading mechanical drawings.
• Understanding of commissioning process and IST for redundant cooling.

Responsibilities

• Directs all phases of data center projects from planning through warranty and service transition.
• Leads pre-commissioning, startup, IST, and Level 5 commissioning for critical cooling equipment.
• Plans and coordinates HVAC/mechanical construction projects with schedules and budgets.
• Reviews scope, drawings, and specs to allocate resources across construction phases.
• Ensures regulatory compliance and safety; enforces OSHA requirements.
• Prepares proposals and delivers progress reports to management and clients.

Skills

Project Management

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Scheduling

Safety Oversight

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

BAS

IST/Commissioning

Job description

Daikin Applied is seeking a Data Center Project Manager to plan, direct, and coordinate data center projects, including complex mechanical, HVAC, and controls construction for mission-critical facilities, ensuring goals and objectives are met on time and within budget. This hybrid role offers remote work with approximately 25% travel to project sites in west Texas, including Midland.

You will lead project management, commissioning, planning, safety, reporting, and customer relations, influencing