Senior MEP Manager – Data Center Power & Cooling

Nscale; Point Pleasant (WV); On-site; USD 150,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary + equity

Career progression

Startup culture

Job summary

Nscale is seeking a highly experienced MEP Manager to join as a full-time on-site Owner's representative for a large data center project. You will lead the MEP scope from pre-construction through testing and acceptance, ensuring critical power and cooling systems meet owner standards and schedule.

With 10+ years in MEP construction or commissioning, you will coordinate with GC, MEP subs, and vendors, leveraging BIM tools and strong safety practices to drive on-time delivery and quality.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of MEP construction or commissioning experience, with at least 4 years in data center or mission-critical environments.
• Deep technical knowledge of critical power systems (switchgear, UPS, PDU, generators) and cooling infrastructure (CRAC/CRAH, chillers, cooling towers)
• Experience with MEP BIM coordination (Revit MEP, Navisworks) and 3D clash resolution workflows
• Ability to read and interpret complex MEP drawings, single-line diagrams, P&IDs, and equipment submittals
• Procore experience required; Bluebeam Revu proficiency required
• OSHA 30 certification required
• Comfortable working in active construction and energized equipment environments, with strict adherence to electrical safety protocols and site PPE

Responsibilities

• Serve as the owner's on-site representative for all MEP scopes: electrical (MV/LV, switchgear, UPS, generators), mechanical (CRAC/CRAH, chilled water, cooling towers), and plumbing (domestic, process, fire suppression)
• Attend and lead MEP coordination meetings, including BIM clash detection reviews and subcontractor prefabrication planning sessions
• Review MEP submittals, shop drawings, and RFIs for technical accuracy
• Monitor MEP installation sequencing, quality, and code compliance
• Coordinate integration of MEP systems with IT/low-voltage infrastructure, raised floors, and structural elements
• Oversee startup and pre-commissioning activities; work with CxA and owner CX team
• Track and drive resolution of MEP-specific open items, punch lists, and NCRs
• Attend FATs and SATs for major equipment
• Provide daily/weekly MEP progress summaries to GC and owner team
• Assist in reviewing change proposals related to MEP scope for owner impact

Skills

Stakeholder communication

Problem solving

Team leadership

Education

OSHA 30 certification

PE license (Mechanical or Electrical)

RCDD (Des.)

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam Revu

Revit MEP

Navisworks

Job description

Nscale is seeking a highly experienced MEP Manager to join as a full-time on-site Owner's representative for a large data center project. You will lead the MEP scope from pre-construction through testing and acceptance, ensuring critical power and cooling systems meet owner standards and schedule.

With 10+ years in MEP construction or commissioning, you will coordinate with GC, MEP subs, and vendors, leveraging BIM tools and strong safety practices to drive on-time delivery and quality.