Senior Project Engineer, NA

Vantage Data Centers; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) program with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Vantage Data Centers is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to be based on-site in Atlanta, GA. The role involves driving core project coordination across various construction projects, managing RFI workflows, and ensuring compliance with construction standards.

With a focus on project management in the data center environment, this position requires a Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of related experience. The successful candidate will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Project Engineer.
• Data Center experience is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of CSA and MEP construction management.

Responsibilities

• Manage submittal and RFI processing.
• Coordinate internal alignment on project documents.
• Manage the contractor billing process.

Skills

Construction project management

Coordination skills

Safety compliance

Documentation management

Education

Bachelor of Science in Construction Management, Architecture or Engineering

Job description

About Vantage Data Centers

Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world’s well‑known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. We develop and operate across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, evolving data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.

Construction Department

The Construction team is responsible for the entire process flow of delivering the physical data centers from shovel‑ready state through commissioning, working with Sales, Operations, and management along the way. The team implements and executes upon the work product developed by the Development & Engineering (D&E) team, manages Vantage’s build partners, and actively participates in review of schedule and budget. Unlike at other companies where the role is often oversight, Vantage empowers its internal team to directly drive the process and make high‑impact decisions.

Position Description

The Senior Project Engineer will be based on‑site 5 days/week in Atlanta, GA, and will drive core project coordination across a wide spectrum of ongoing construction projects. Daily tasks include submittal/RFI workflow management, change order management, design coordination, project closeout management, payment application reviews, participation in commissioning, and coordination of construction activities with the full‑time Operations staff.

Essential Job Functions

• Manage individual tasks throughout the construction process including submittal and RFI processing, and safety reporting.
• Coordinate VDC‑led meetings, transcribe meeting minutes and drive actions to closure.
• Oversee OFCI equipment release, delivery, deficiencies, startup and commissioning.
• Ensure project compliance with Vantage document controls and file specifications.
• Administer project closeout specifications and associated turnover documentation.

Duties

• Coordinate internal alignment on project document reviews, cost optimization exercises, contract issuances and design modifications.
• Enforce project quality controls and safety programs through an in‑depth understanding of the partner contracts and design documents.
• Manage the Vantage safety program and provide weekly HRA site walk reports (two walks per week).
• Translate job requirements to execution with minimal supervision.
• Assist construction manager in preparing monthly financial updates and forecasts.
• Manage the Contractor billing process for the project and coordinate with the Vantage CCF department to ensure accuracy of scope and timely review of all pay applications.
• Manage the change order review process turnkey and provide timely review of change orders for accuracy of scope and costs.
• Input PO requests in the financial system and manage the distribution process to all Vantage vendors.
• Facilitate page‑turn design document reviews and capture comments with action items for internal stakeholders and direct contracted design partners.
• Manage Vantage vendors turnkey to ensure successful completion of their scope (signage, furniture and controls).
• As required, manage design team/contractors throughout each project.
• Work closely with Operations to coordinate ongoing construction activities on campus, develop and track MOPs for critical work in live spaces, and provide customer support as necessary.
• Provide project commissioning support by onboarding the Commissioning Agent, facilitating script approvals and ensuring compliance with customer requirements.
• Manage and maintain internal project file storage.
• Drive internal and external project closeout requirements.
• Assist the Construction department with the upkeep of current campus and site permits, update the permit bond tracking sheet, and coordinate with local authorities to ensure all permits are current.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or similar field, or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of experience as a Project Engineer assisting or supervising construction projects of increasing complexity.
• Data Center experience is preferred.
• Experience in CSA (civil, structural, architectural) and MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing) construction management is a strong preference.
• Expected travel is 10% but may grow over time.

Physical Demands and Special Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to handle or feel objects, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, balance, stoop or kneel, talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Additional Details

• The position is eligible for company benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage; life and AD&D; short and long‑term disability coverage; paid time off; employee assistance; participation in a 401(k) program with company match; and many other voluntary benefits.
• Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including qualifications, skills, competencies and experience and may fall outside of the range shown.

Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer.