Mission-Critical Data Center PM: Lead MEP & BIM

Balfour Beatty, Inc.; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Balfour Beatty US is seeking a seasoned Mission Critical Project Manager to lead complex data center construction projects in Northern Virginia. This role requires deep MEP coordination experience and a proven ability to manage fast-paced, high‑impact builds.

You will drive delivery, budget adherence, and schedule performance across all phases, coordinate with owners and commissioning agents, and apply BIM and lean practices to ensure safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in construction, with a strong focus on MEP coordination and preconstruction.
• Data center project experience.
• Deep understanding of building codes and commissioning processes.
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of MEP systems management including buyout, procurement, coordination, and commissioning.
• Approve and manage MEP and commissioning schedules, scopes of work, and subcontractor strategies.
• Oversee constructability reviews, BIM coordination, and quality control plans.
• Serve as the primary liaison with owners and commissioning agents to ensure project excellence.
• Drive project delivery, budget adherence, and schedule performance across all phases.

Skills

MEP coordination

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Project management

Data center experience

BIM coordination

Preconstruction

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Tools

BIM tools

commissioning software

Job description

Balfour Beatty US is seeking a seasoned Mission Critical Project Manager to lead complex data center construction projects in Northern Virginia. This role requires deep MEP coordination experience and a proven ability to manage fast-paced, high‑impact builds.

You will drive delivery, budget adherence, and schedule performance across all phases, coordinate with owners and commissioning agents, and apply BIM and lean practices to ensure safety and quality.