MEP Assistant Project Manager

02 Walsh Construction Company II, LLC; Mount Pleasant (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Walsh Group is seeking an Assistant Project Manager for the Data Center Group in Mount Pleasant, WI. You will support MEP scope management, design coordination, and commissioning planning on complex data center projects.

Join a fourth-generation family-owned firm recognized for growth and strong ethics, with opportunities to lead, collaborate with field teams, and advance within a large-company backed organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred with 3–5 years of experience managing MEP scopes on complex commercial, industrial, or mission-critical projects.
• Strong knowledge of electrical distribution systems and mechanical cooling infrastructure.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams in fast-paced, high-reliability environments.

Responsibilities

• Support management of MEP scopes on large-scale data center construction projects from preconstruction through commissioning.
• Coordinate design development, constructability reviews, and BIM/clash detection processes.
• Oversee critical systems installation including power distribution, UPS, generators, switchgear, cooling, fire protection, and BMS/EPMS.
• Track budgets, cost reports, change management, and documentation for MEP scopes.
• Participate in commissioning planning, functional testing, and integrated systems testing activities.
• Assist with closeout activities including O&M manuals, as-builts, warranties, and turnover documentation.

Skills

MEP management

Electrical distribution

Mechanical cooling

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

BIM

Job description

OVERVIEW

We are currently seeking an Assistant Project Manager for our Data Center Group in Mount Pleasant, WI. Does the idea of working on interesting and complex projects bring you joy? Are you challenged by making meaningful impact? Do you love solving problems by thinking creatively and trying new things? Are you an up-and-coming manager who always wants to do better? If so, we’ve got what you’re looking for! Walsh Assistant Project Managers hunt for better ways of doing things. They are great listeners and soak up information in order to make better decisions. When they see potential in others, and they invest in it. They are on a journey to be the next generation of impactful leaders! As a fourth-generation, family-owned business, Walsh recruits individuals who are seeking a small company feel with a large company backing. Walsh is a successful fast-growing company at the forefront of technology and is committed to being the employer of choice to our employees and the builder of choice to our customers. Walsh is a company where, when you work hard, you will be recognized.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support management of Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) scopes on large-scale data center construction projects from preconstruction through commissioning
• Assist with coordination of design development, constructability reviews, and BIM/clash detection processes
• Support oversight of critical systems installation including power distribution, UPS, generators, switchgear, cooling systems, fire protection, and BMS/EPMS
• Help manage MEP schedules, phasing plans, and sequencing to align with project milestones
• Assist in subcontractor procurement, scope reviews, contract administration, and performance tracking
• Support QA/QC processes, inspections, and compliance with mission-critical standards and specifications
• Track budgets, cost reports, change management, and documentation for MEP scopes
• Participate in commissioning planning, functional testing, and integrated systems testing activities
• Assist with closeout activities including O&M manuals, as-builts, attic stock, warranties, and turnover documentation
• Coordinate with field teams, superintendents, design consultants, commissioning agents, and owner representatives
• Support safety compliance, site logistics planning, and workface coordination
• Maintain project documentation, logs, reporting, and MEP deliverables tracking
• Proactively identify issues and support risk mitigation planning
• Contribute to preconstruction efforts including budgeting support, constructability input, and trade engagement

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree preferred 3-5 years of experience managing MEP scopes on complex commercial, industrial, or mission-critical projects (data centers strongly preferred)
• Strong working knowledge of electrical distribution systems, mechanical cooling infrastructure, and mission-critical redundancy architectures
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams in fast-paced, high-reliability environments
• Experience with commissioning processes, integrated testing, and critical systems turnover

The Walsh Group, Ltd. Is committed to providing equal opportunity to qualified applicants with disabilities to compete for jobs. To request a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, please contact the Human Resources Department at 312-563-5905 or [e-mail].

An Equal Opportunity Employer, Disability/Veteran Salary Range Disclaimer Please note that job titles may span more than one career level. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, including but not limited to: training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role may also be eligible for a bonus and other benefits. Founded in 1898, The Walsh Group is a fourth-generation family-owned business providing design, build, finance and operation services for a wide variety of construction projects. We are consistently listed among the largest contractors in the United States, operating out of 21 strategically located regional offices across North America. Our three companies are united by a shared dedication to exceptional customer service, while upholding the highest standards of ethics, quality and safety.