Hyperscale Data Center MEP Project Lead

Jacobs; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 135,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Construction MEP Project Manager to lead planning, coordination, installation, testing and commissioning of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and critical systems for hyperscale data center projects in Spartanburg, SC. This on-site role requires strong leadership of multi-discipline teams and a track record of delivering mission-critical facilities.

You will manage budgets, schedules, RFIs, submittals, and commissioning activities, partnering with owners,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, Building Systems Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 8 years of experience managing construction projects involving complex MEP systems.
• Minimum 5 years managing mission-critical, industrial, advanced manufacturing, semiconductor, healthcare, or data center construction projects.
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical construction practices.
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple MEP contractors and vendors on large-scale projects.
• Experience reviewing construction drawings, specifications, submittals, RFIs, and commissioning documentation.
• Experience managing budgets, schedules, change orders, and contractor performance.
• Proficiency with construction management and project controls software.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification required.
• Ability to travel as required for project assignments.

Responsibilities

• Lead all MEP aspects of hyperscale data center projects from design review through turnover and commissioning.
• Serve as the primary project manager for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and critical infrastructure systems.
• Coordinate MEP construction activities with the overall project schedule and construction sequencing plans.
• Manage relationships with owners, design consultants, general contractors, MEP trade contractors, equipment vendors, and utility providers.
• Provide leadership during all project phases including preconstruction, procurement, installation, startup, commissioning, and closeout.
• Oversee installation and commissioning of mechanical systems such as chilled water plants, HVAC distribution, and cooling systems.
• Coordinate commissioning activities and support IST and startup procedures.
• Review RFIs, submittals, and change orders; monitor contractor performance.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, codes, standards, and client requirements.

Skills

MEP Construction Management

Mission-Critical Facilities

Vendor and Contractor Management

Safety Leadership

Executive Reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Procore

Primavera P6

Bluebeam

BIM 360

Microsoft Project

Job description

Jacobs is seeking a Construction MEP Project Manager to lead planning, coordination, installation, testing and commissioning of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and critical systems for hyperscale data center projects in Spartanburg, SC. This on-site role requires strong leadership of multi-discipline teams and a track record of delivering mission-critical facilities.

You will manage budgets, schedules, RFIs, submittals, and commissioning activities, partnering with owners,