Technical Data Center Construction Project Manager

CBRE; United States; On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(K)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

CBRE is seeking a seasoned MEP Project Manager to oversee critical electrical and mechanical infrastructure for data center projects. You will coordinate design, procurement, installation, and commissioning, ensuring alignment with project plans and CBRE standards.

Ideal candidates bring 8–10 years in mission-critical MEP roles, with PMP/LEED or PE/RA credentials preferred, and a proven ability to manage budgets, timelines, and stakeholder expectations within a global construction program.

Qualifications

• MEP infrastructure experience is required for mission-critical facilities.
• 8–10 years of relevant experience; degree preferred or equivalent combination.
• Professional licensure (PE/RA) desired; PMP/LEED certifications beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Review, coordinate, and integrate MEP designs with overall project plans.
• Manage project costs, schedules, and ensure on-time completion within budget.
• Ensure work aligns with approved drawings and specs.
• Serve as liaison between clients, architects, engineers, facilities, and construction teams.
• Supervise MEP contractors, monitor progress, inspect site, enforce safety and quality.
• Prepare risk assessments and status reports; advise on fund releases and resource needs.
• Model CBRE RISE values and influence stakeholders to reach agreements.
• Apply discipline knowledge to help achieve team and department objectives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Google Suite

Project Management software

Job description

About The Role

The MEP Project Manager oversees MEP construction projects for our global technology client’s data center. The Project Manager plans, coordinates, and oversees the design, installation, procurement, and commissioning of buildings critical electrical and mechanical infrastructure systems to meet data center specifications. This job is part of the Construction Management function responsible for ensuring all deliverables of construction projects are completed on time.

What You’ll Do

• Oversee the review, coordination, and integration of MEP system designs with overall project plans
• Manage project costs, develop schedules, and ensure timely completion within budget
• Ensure the work is in general accordance with the approved drawings and specifications.
• Act as the primary liaison between clients, architects, structural engineers, facilities management and construction teams to integrate systems
• Supervise MEP contractors and subcontractors, monitor progress, conduct site inspections, and ensure adherence to safety and quality standards
• Prepare construction risk assessment and project status reports. Recommend the release of construction funds. Adjust project resource needs and disbursement schedules. Review agreements, and other submitted documents to ensure timelines are being met.
• Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE (Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence) values. Influence parties of shared interests to reach an agreement.
• Apply knowledge of own discipline and how own discipline integrates with others to achieve team and departmental objectives.

What You’ll Need

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future
• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering preferred with 8-10 years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered. Licensure as either a Professional Engineer or Registered Architect is desired. PMP and/or LEED certification are beneficial.
• Mission critical facilities MEP infrastructure experience necessary. Data center facilities infrastructure experience strongly desired.
• Ability to guide the exchange of sensitive, complicated, and difficult information. Convey performance expectations and handle obstacles.
• Proficiency in Project Management software required. Experience with Google Suite beneficial
• Leadership skills to motivate team impact on quality, efficiency, and effectiveness of the job discipline and department.
• Extensive organizational skills with a strong inquisitive mentality.

Disclaimer

Please be advised that effective January 1, 2025, CBRE Project Management and Turner & Townsend will be consolidated into a single global business entity. As a candidate applying for a position, you should be aware that while your initial employment may be with CBRE Project Management, you will subsequently transfer to the newly formed entity that encompasses both organizations.

Turner and Townsend carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for this position is $140,000 annually and the maximum salary for this position is $160,000 annually. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience. Successful candidates will also be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on CBRE’s applicable benefit program.

• 401(K)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at [e-mail] or via telephone at [phone] (U.S.) and [phone] (Canada).