Senior Data Center Project Manager, MEP

Trinity Consultants; Altoona (IA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401k employer match

Paid time off

Professional development courses

Job summary

A global consulting firm is seeking a Senior Project Manager to manage projects focusing on mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems across various sectors. Candidates should have a BS degree in engineering, at least 5 years of project management experience, and strong skills in communication and coordination. This role offers a hybrid workplace, competitive salary, and opportunities for advancement within a leading firm in the built environment.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in project management or related field.
• Possesses expert understanding of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Proficiency in Building Codes and Energy Codes.

Responsibilities

• Manage construction projects across the MEP core disciplines.
• Act as the liaison with design engineers and subcontractors.
• Develop comprehensive project schedules.

Skills

Expert understanding of MEP systems design

Communication skills

Project management

Interpersonal coordination

Education

BS Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Architectural, Civil Engineering or Construction Management

MS in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

NavisWorks

MSProject

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Join JB&B and shape the future of the built environment!

Founded in 1915, Jaros, Baum & Bolles has been a pillar of engineering innovation in New York City for over a century. Specializing in mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP), JB&B has contributed to some of the most iconic buildings.

In October 2025, JB&B joined forces with Trinity Consultants, a global consulting firm focused on the natural and built environments. JB&B now operates within Trinity’s Built Environment division, combining its deep expertise in high-performance building systems with Trinity’s strengths in acoustic design, facility operations, commissioning, and technology strategy.

This strategic merger expands JB&B’s capabilities and offers employees:

• Access to a broader portfolio of international projects and clients
• Enhanced career mobility across Trinity’s global network
• Interdisciplinary collaboration with experts in sustainability, environmental science, and digital infrastructure

About the Role

The Senior Project Manager has an expert understanding of Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing/ Fire Protection (MEP) systems design and commands coordination and management of MEP disciplines throughout the construction phase. The Senior Project Manager has developed communication, interpersonal, coordination, project management and leadership skills and actively participates in mentoring and development of Project Manager. The Senior Project Manager is expected to proactively coordinate, communicate, and problem solve across disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Remains onsite as required and participates in regularly planned and ad hoc site meetings
• Manages projects across the MEP core disciplines serving as the single point of contact for client, owner, consultants/design team, trade partners and overall construction team
• Acts as the liaison with design engineers, subcontractors, suppliers, inspectors, real estate developers and building operators
• Develops comprehensive project schedules inclusive of engineering, coordination, installation, start-up, testing, commissioning and closeout
• Filters project document management systems for MEP-specific information as it relates to scope and cost control on behalf of the Client
• Manages CM and/or subcontractor change order submissions
• Serves as single point of contact for: leading effective project communications utilizing customized open issues tracking logs, document management access apps, real time messaging tools, and online collaboration spreadsheets between the construction site team, consulting and Client teams, and design team staff
• Takes ownership of real-time field issues communicated in meetings or ad hoc discussions, and arrange timely responses from all responsible parties
• Regularly monitors the RFI log and proactively re-directs queries to the rightful responder; alternatively, seeks out the responsible party of the open issue to expedite closure
• Assists the design team in maintaining schedules related to DOB PAA filing drawings and associated forms issuance
• Walks the site on an agreed upon basis, recording deficiencies and working with the project team to issue observation reports (including photos) for corrective action on a regular basis
• Assists in creating and maintaining a project commissioning activity milestone schedule, if applicable, highlighting when the construction manager is required to deliver the equipment to meet the master project schedule
• Manages scheduling of commissioning personnel, if applicable, in concert with schedule of equipment completion documentation as required
• Assists in the scheduling of open-items punch list walk-throughs and corrective action processes

Technical/Design

• Demonstrates advanced proficiency in all MEP design principals
• Expertly navigates MEP drawing documentation for base building/infrastructure and tenant build-out projects
• Coordinates with internal/ external resources to align design documents between various trades
• Superior knowledge of project timeline documentation and processes
• Reviews project documentation in a timely manner

Qualifications:

• BS Degree in ME, EE, AE, CE or CM required; MS in Engineering preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the following areas of focus: Project Engineer in a Design Firm, Construction Senior Field Engineer, Construction Project Manager, CM Procurement Agent, CM Cost Control/ Estimating Manager, Owner Representative or related field
• Possesses expert understanding of MEP systems, equipment rooms, shafts, risers & POE rooms design practices
• Experience in the following business sectors required: Commercial Office, Hospital, Higher Education, Residential Tower or Multi-use High-rise construction
• Strong CM contract and subcontractor estimating review experience required
• Knowledge of critical care MEP systems design, installation and maintenance practices preferred
• Proficiency in Building Codes, Local Laws and Energy Codes; has experience leading resolution of issues pertaining to DOB, Energy/Building Codes including NFPA standards and utility standards
• Proficiency in AutoCAD/ Revit/ NavisWorks/ Bluebeam, MSOffice Suite, MSProject, SharePoint, Document Management software (Buzzsaw, Procore, BIM360, Fieldwire, PlanGrid, etc), Adobe Reader XI and Phone/ Tablet Project Communication APPs (MS Teams, Airtable, Google Sheets, etc)
• Technical writing skills required
• Minimum OSHA 30-hour certification required or obtain upon hiring
• LEED, Wellness, Health Care Construction and/ or PMP certification a plus
• Ability to travel domestically and/or internationally may be required

Why Work at JB&B?

• Legacy + Innovation: Our company blends a rich history with forward-thinking design, including smart building systems and deep carbon reduction strategies.
• Collaborative Culture: With over 400 professionals, our company fosters mentorship, teamwork, and continuous learning.
• Global Impact: Now part of Trinity, our company offers opportunities to work on transformative projects across commercial, healthcare, aviation, life sciences, and data center sectors.
• Multiple office locations: New York, Boston and Philadelphia.

What We Offer

• Hybrid workplace offering the flexibility to work both from home and the office
• Comprehensive benefits package including 401k employer match and stock options
• Paid time off (PTO), volunteer program and employee resource groups
• Training and professional development courses through JB&B University

Estimated compensation range: $125,000-$140,000 yearly salary

Jaros, Baum & Bolles is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law.

Note: Seniority level and job function blocks below appear to be duplicates and are omitted for clarity.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Project Management, Engineering, and Design
• Industries
• Environmental Services, Engineering Services, and Architecture and Planning

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