MEP Project Manager - Mission Critical

CyberCoders, Inc.; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Health insurance on day one

Parental leave

Education reimbursement

PTO including holidays

Job summary

CyberCoders, Inc. is seeking an experienced MEP Project Manager to lead design, construction, and commissioning of mission-critical and data center facilities in the St. Louis area.

You will manage cross-functional teams, coordinate MEP systems, and drive schedule and budget performance on complex data-center programs. The role demands hands-on construction oversight, deep MEP knowledge, and the ability to travel to project sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Strong technical knowledge of MEP systems used in data centers (HVAC, UPS, power distribution, fire protection).
• Excellent project controls skills including scheduling, budgeting, cost tracking, and change management.
• Willingness to travel to project sites and work in field environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of MEP scope for mission-critical projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Develop, maintain, and drive project schedules, budgets, and resource plans; report variances to stakeholders.
• Coordinate design engineers, contractors, vendors, commissioning agents, and client representatives.

Skills

MEP knowledge

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Construction Management, or related engineering

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

MEP Project Manager Mission Critical / Data Center

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced MEP Project Manager to lead design, construction, and commissioning of mission-critical and data center facilities. The successful candidate will manage cross-functional teams, coordinate mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems, drive schedule and budget performance, and ensure installations meet reliability, safety, and regulatory requirements. This role requires strong technical knowledge of MEP systems, hands‑on construction oversight, and the ability to travel to project sites as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of MEP scope for mission critical and data center projects, from preconstruction through closeout.
• Develop, maintain, and drive project schedules, budgets, and resource plans; report on progress and variances to stakeholders.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams including design engineers, contractors, vendors, commissioning agents, and client representatives.
• Manage procurement and vendor relationships for MEP equipment and materials to ensure timely delivery and compliance with specifications.
• Ensure compliance with codes, standards, and client requirements for reliability, maintainability, and safety (including NFPA, ASHRAE, IEC where applicable).
• Perform risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies for technical, schedule, and budgetary risks.
• Oversee site construction activities, quality control, and testing/commissioning of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Resolve technical issues, change orders, and subcontractor disputes; document decisions and change management.
• Drive continuous improvement by capturing lessons learned and implementing best practices specific to mission-critical builds.
• Coordinate and lead project meetings, progress reviews, and client communications; prepare and present regular project reports.
• Support commissioning and handover activities, including O&M documentation, training, and warranty management.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Construction Management, or related engineering discipline (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years experience managing MEP scopes on construction projects; 3+ years in mission critical or data center environments preferred.
• Proven track record as a Project Manager overseeing design-build, design-bid-build, or CM delivery methods.
• Strong technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems used in data centers, including HVAC, UPS, power distribution, fire protection, and chilled water systems.
• Experience with commissioning processes and standards for mission-critical facilities.
• Excellent project controls skills including scheduling (MS Project, Primavera), budgeting, cost tracking, and change management.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and equipment submittals.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills; comfortable presenting to clients and senior leadership.
• Willingness and ability to travel to project sites regularly and work in field environments.
• Professional certifications a plus (PMP, PE, CEM, LEED, or relevant industry certifications).

Benefits

• Generous salary increases, Profit-sharing, cash bonus programs
• Health, dental and vision insurance eligibility on day one
• Paid parental leave
• Continuing education reimbursement
• Minimum of month of PTO (including holidays)