Mission Critical Project Manager (MEP)

3M HEALTHCARE; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 150,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Retirement benefits (401(k) matching)

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Tax-saving options

Disability and life insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a Mission Critical Project Manager to lead complex renovation and upgrade programs for data center facilities in the United States. You will coordinate internal and subcontractor teams across electrical, mechanical, structural, and architectural trades, ensuring safety, compliance, and on‑time delivery.

You will plan, schedule, manage budgets, and provide updates to clients and stakeholders, while maintaining rigorous records and fostering strong customer relationships.

Qualifications

• 3-6 years or more of Mission Critical and Data Center construction project management experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support internal and subcontractor teams on mission critical renovation/upgrade projects that include BMS, EPMS, mechanical, electrical, and structural scopes of work.
• Oversee and maintain a safe working environment and champion our safety culture.
• Coordinate and conduct site surveys and assessments to ensure project feasibility and compliance with design specifications.
• Apply expertise with planning, schedule management, financial management, coordination, and closeout.
• Oversee construction management team to provide technical direction and support for field crews in daily construction activities.
• Provide construction and schedule updates to client team and internal stakeholders.
• Coordinate and assist in development of client submittals, site logistics plans, MOPS, RFIs, and as‑built documentation.
• Attend site visits and bid walks with client and subcontractors.
• Coordinate with estimating and internal stakeholders to respond to RFQs and develop bid submittals.
• Maintain accurate records of project progress, including project schedules, daily logs, reports, and documentation of any issues or changes.
• Promote positive customer relationships and build client relationships with the on‑site teams, clearly communicate capabilities and resources, and bring in additional client opportunities.

Skills

Mission Critical PM

Data Center

MEP

BMS/EPMS

Construction management

Safety compliance

Reading blueprints

Travel readiness

Communication skills

Problem solving

Tools

Construction software

Job description

Mission Critical Project Manager

Our Digital Infrastructure 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, data center retrofits and modernization, to full data center 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 data center facilities.

Primary Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support internal and subcontractor teams on mission critical renovation/upgrade projects that include BMS, EPMS, mechanical, electrical, and structural scopes of work.
• Oversee and maintain a safe working environment and champion our safety culture.
• Coordinate and conduct site surveys and assessments to ensure project feasibility and compliance with design specifications.
• Apply expertise with planning, schedule management, financial management, coordination, and closeout.
• Oversee construction management team to provide technical direction and support for field crews in daily construction activities.
• Provide construction and schedule updates to client team and internal stakeholders.
• Coordinate and assist in development of client submittals, site logistics plans, MOPS, RFIs, and as‑built documentation.
• Attend site visits and bid walks with client and subcontractors.
• Coordinate with estimating and internal stakeholders to respond to RFQs and develop bid submittals.
• Maintain accurate records of project progress, including project schedules, daily logs, reports, and documentation of any issues or changes.
• Promote positive customer relationships and build client relationships with the on‑site teams, clearly communicate capabilities and resources, and bring in additional client opportunities.

Skills and Experience

• 3-6 years or more of Mission Critical and Data Center construction project management experience.
• Solid understanding of electrical, mechanical, structural, architectural trades and industrial construction methods (MEP).
• 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‑oriented 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.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Familiarity with construction management software and tools.
• Thorough understanding of construction methods and safety practices.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Knowledge of building codes and regulations.

Career Growth

• Opportunity to grow within a fast‑paced learning environment.
• Help build the foundation of the next largest data center EPC firm and accelerate your career trajectory.

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.

Compensation Details

$150,000 - $170,000

Benefits Overview

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax‑saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Equal Opportunity Employer

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low‑income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.