Project Manager

MXI Partners; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commuter benefits

Vehicle allowance

Gas card

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k match

PTO + holidays

Long/Short Term Disability

Life Insurance

Job summary

MXI Partners is seeking an experienced, Chicago-based Project Manager to lead end-to-end delivery of critical MEP infrastructure in data center facilities.

You will manage electrical and mechanical fitouts, coordinate multiple trades, and ensure projects are on time and within budget, with a focus on safety and quality from initiation through handover.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of construction project management experience, with proven MEP data center work.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end delivery of MEP construction and fitout projects within existing data center facilities.
• Oversee installation of electrical infrastructure including UPS, switchgear, transformers, generators, PDUs and power distribution.
• Manage mechanical fitout activities: HVAC, chilled water, CRAH/CRAC units and related equipment.
• Coordinate MEP subcontractors, engineers, vendors and site superintendents for schedule adherence.
• Develop and manage project budgets, procurement schedules, change orders, RFIs and subcontractor agreements.
• Monitor schedules, identify delays, manage risks and implement corrective actions.
• Coordinate energization, testing, commissioning and IST with clients and operators.
• Oversee closeout: punch lists, QA, commissioning docs and final handover.

Job description

MXI Partners are working with one of the most established data center partners nationwide. Our client is seeking an experienced, Chicago-based Project Manager to lead the end to end delivery of critical MEP infrastructure across some of their most exciting projects locally.

Responsibilities:

• Manage end-to-end delivery of MEP construction and fitout projects within existing data center facilities, ensuring projects are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget.
• Oversee the installation of critical electrical infrastructure, including UPS systems, switchgear, transformers, generators, PDUs, and power distribution systems.
• Manage mechanical fitout activities, including HVAC systems, cooling infrastructure, chilled water piping, CRAH/CRAC units, and associated mechanical equipment.
• Coordinate MEP subcontractors, engineers, vendors, and site superintendents to ensure efficient project execution, trade sequencing, and adherence to construction schedules.
• Develop and manage project budgets, cost forecasts, procurement schedules, change orders, RFIs, and subcontractor agreements throughout the project lifecycle.
• Monitor project schedules, identify potential delays, manage project risks, and implement corrective measures to maintain key construction milestones.
• Work closely with clients, facility operators, engineering teams, and commissioning specialists to coordinate equipment energization, system testing, commissioning, and integrated systems testing (IST).
• Oversee project closeout activities, including punch lists, quality assurance, commissioning documentation, and final handover of completed data center fitout areas.

Requirements:

• Minimum 5+ years of construction project management experience, with proven experience managing MEP construction and fitout projects within data center facilities.
• Must have recent data center construction experience, specifically involving critical MEP infrastructure installations, expansions, upgrades, or interior fitouts.
• Strong technical understanding of electrical and mechanical systems, including UPS, switchgear, generators, power distribution, HVAC, chilled water systems, and critical cooling infrastructure.
• Demonstrated experience managing MEP subcontractors, coordinating multiple trades, and overseeing complex installations within active or operational data center environments.
• Proven ability to manage project budgets, construction schedules, procurement, cost forecasting, change orders, and subcontractor performance.

Compensation and benefits:

• Competitive base compensation
• Generous performance-based bonuses (10-15%)
• Commuter benefits including vehicle allowance and gas card
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, company 401k match (up to 4%), generous PTO (4 weeks + 9 federal/national holidays), Long and Short Term Disability, Life Insurance, and more!