Mission Critical Construction Manager (MEP)

Amentum; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a Mission Critical Construction Manager to lead on-site datacenter projects from dawn start. You will coordinate internal and subcontractor crews across BMS, EPMS, mechanical, electrical, and structural scopes.

The role emphasizes safety, scheduling, and coordination with multiple stakeholders. The ideal candidate has strong field management experience in live datacenters, an ability to read system diagrams, and a proactive problem-solving approach.

Qualifications

• Experience in mission critical and data center construction field management.
• Experience running crews in live datacenter environments.
• Ability to read one-line diagrams and P&ID/BMS diagrams.
• OSHA30 Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support internal and subcontractor teams on mission critical renovation/upgrade projects.
• Maintain safe working environment and champion safety culture.
• Provide technical direction and support for field crews in daily activities.
• Provide construction and schedule updates to project management.

Skills

Mission Critical Data Center

Team Leadership

Live Datacenter Experience

Electrical/Mechanical Knowledge

Job description

Our Telecommunications Group has been at the forefront of creating a new generation of communication infrastructure for over 40 years. We specialize in everything from network development to complete telecom life cycle solutions, datacenter retrofits and modernization, to full datacenter buildouts. While these critical environments are ever changing, the demand for innovative technology and long-term support remains constant. These services include design, construction, updates, and maintenance of new and existing datacenter facilities.

Mission Critical Construction Manager (MEP)

The Mission Critical Construction Manager is a Foreman/Superintendent role responsible for managing internal and subcontractor crews for datacenter construction and upgrade projects. Scopes vary from minor BMS/EPMS upgrade projects to major multidisciplinary scopes involving multiple subcontractors and trades. This position will be based out of the Northern Virginia.

Responsibilities

• Full time on-site beginning at 6AM
• Coordinate and support internal and subcontractor teams on mission critical renovation/upgrade projects that include BMS, EPMS, mechanical, electrical, and structural scopes of work
• Maintain safe working environment and champion our safety culture
• Apply expertise to support project management teams with planning, schedule management, coordination, and closeout
• Provide technical direction and support for Trade Partners and field crews in daily construction activities
• Provide construction and schedule updates to project management team
• Assist with coordination of client submittals, site logistics plans, and as-built documentation
• Assist with coordination of RFIs and maintain log as required
• Attend site visits with client and subcontractors
• Coordinate with estimating and project team to support RFQs and bid submittals
• Promote positive customer relationships
• Coordinate site access and badging requests
• Identify process bottlenecks and make recommendations for improvement

Requirements And Experience

• 3-5 years or more of Mission Critical and Data Center construction field management experience. Experience working in live datacenters required.
• Experience running crews in live datacenter environments required.
• Thorough experience with construction, safety, and quality best practices
• Understanding of electrical, mechanical, structural, architectural trades and industrial construction methods. Specific requirements include:
• Ability to read and interpret a one-line diagram
• Ability to interpret P&ID/BMS Controls diagrams
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings and trace the flow of power
• Ability to abide and understand simple and complex LOTO procedures and coach others on how to follow
• OSHA30 Certificate preferred
• Experience with BMS and EPMS systems construction, integration, and commissioning tasks
• Demonstrated ability to work in a dynamic team environment with multiple stakeholders
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines
• Strong attention to detail
• Solution orientated with solid problem-solving skills
• Ability and willingness to travel to project sites
• Ability to pass background check
• Must be able to work for any US Employer without current or future visa sponsorship

$130,000 - 145,000

Essential Functions

Intermittent sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting, and lifting to 20 pounds. Hand manipulation is required for grasping, pushing and pulling, and fine manipulation. Right and/or left hands utilized. Need to reach and/or work above the shoulder, as well as below the shoulder for same. Must be alert to equipment in the field, there will be travel, will work near construction job site equipment when in the field, occasional need to work near hazardous equipment and machinery, occasional need to walk on uneven ground, exposure to dust, gas or fumes, exposure to noise, extremes in temperature or humidity, and work at heights.

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Typical benefits offered include flexible work schedules, educational reimbursement, retirement benefits, employee stock purchase plan, health benefits, disability benefits, life and accident insurance, voluntary benefits, paid time off and paid holidays, and parental leave. Salary offer is geographic dependent.

Compensation

The annual starting salary for this position is between $130,000 - 145,000 annually. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Benefits

Amentum health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Eligible employees and their dependents may elect medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan, and, if eligible, a deferred compensation plan and Executive Deferral Plan. Employees will also receive 17 days of vacation per year, 7 paid holidays, plus 1 floating holidays, and caregiver leave. Hired applicants will be able to purchase company stock.