Data Center Operations Manager – Mechanical/Plumbing

ENFRA

. Provide on-site leadership for mechanical field operations across an assigned data center project, building, or campus .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeWest Memphis • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $134,430 - $179,425 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in mechanical and plumbing construction management, particularly in data center environments, with a strong focus on safety, quality control, and effective manpower planning. Proven ability to lead diverse teams, manage complex projects, and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.

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Mechanical And Plumbing Construction ManagementData Center Construction ExperienceManpower Planning And CoordinationSafety Compliance And Quality ControlLeadership Of Large Craft Workforces

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Hard Skills

HVAC SystemsPlumbing SystemsInstallation SequencingField DocumentationChange-Event IdentificationContract Document InterpretationLabor Productivity ManagementSite Logistics PlanningTesting And Commissioning ReadinessShort-Interval Planning

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationTeamworkAccountabilityProblem-SolvingMentoring And Development

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeProcoreScheduling ToolsDigital DrawingsField-Reporting Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

OSHA 30-Hour Construction CertificationMechanical Contractor LicensePlumbing Contractor LicenseHVAC Contractor License

Industry Keywords

Data CenterMission-Critical ProjectsConstruction Safety RequirementsQuality-Control PracticesField Operations LeadershipComplex Mechanical SystemsCommercial ConstructionProgressive Mechanical ExperienceConstruction ManagementEngineering Degree

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide on-site leadership for mechanical field operations across an assigned data center project, building, or campus
Lead General Superintendents and Superintendents and align manpower, short-interval planning, material and equipment deliveries, site logistics, quality control, and installation sequencing
Reinforce a safety-first culture and ensure compliance with ENFRA policies, customer requirements, OSHA standards, and site-specific plans
Establish field execution plans, installation sequencing, phase plans, short-interval plans, constraint removal, and two-week look-ahead schedules
Develop and maintain manpower plans, forecast labor needs, coordinate staffing changes, and confirm onboarding, badging, screening, and site access
Coordinate materials, equipment, tools, prefabrication, deliveries, site logistics, storage, handling, hoisting, inspections, and equipment access
Maintain field-management processes, communication routines, reporting expectations, and accountability across buildings, work areas, and shifts
Ensure installations meet contract documents, approved submittals, coordinated drawings, manufacturer requirements, applicable codes, and quality standards
Monitor productivity, labor performance, schedule progress, rework, constraints, and execution risks; drive corrective and recovery plans
Identify scope changes, customer impacts, trade interference, delays, and potential change events; document field conditions and impacts
Coordinate subcontractors and hold them accountable for safety, schedule, quality, manpower, logistics, and contractual requirements
Represent ENFRA in field and coordination meetings with customers, General Contractors, owners, design partners, vendors, subcontractors, and trades
Participate in project reviews and operating meetings, reporting on safety, manpower, schedule, materials, productivity, quality, risks, and decisions
Coordinate readiness for testing, start-up, pre-commissioning, commissioning, punch-list completion, system turnover, and project closeout
Mentor and develop field leaders and identify succession, capability, and training needs
Promote safe, quality, productive execution, accountability, teamwork, ethical conduct, and continuous improvement

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of progressive mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, or related commercial construction field experience, including significant responsibility for large, complex projects
3+ years of verifiable data center or mission-critical construction experience involving complex mechanical and plumbing systems
Proven experience leading General Superintendents, Superintendents, subcontractors, and large craft workforces across multiple work areas, buildings, phases, or shifts
Demonstrated ability to develop and execute manpower plans, short-interval plans, material and equipment delivery plans, site logistics plans, and installation sequencing strategies
Strong working knowledge of mechanical and plumbing construction, including HVAC, hydronic and process piping, plumbing systems, equipment setting, testing, start-up, and commissioning readiness
Ability to read and interpret contract documents, specifications, approved submittals, coordinated drawings, schedules, and installation plans and to resolve field conflicts
Demonstrated understanding of construction safety requirements, quality-control practices, labor productivity, schedule management, field documentation, and change-event identification
Proven ability to identify constraints and execution risks, establish accountability, make timely decisions, and drive corrective action
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Working proficiency with Microsoft Office, Procore, scheduling tools, digital drawings, and field-reporting systems
Ability to work full time on the assigned project site and adapt to extended workweeks, multiple shifts, weekends, or changing schedules
OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification (preferred)
Prior hands-on field experience in plumbing, pipefitting, HVAC, sheet metal, welding, or related mechanical trades (preferred)
Prior experience as a General Superintendent, Operations Manager, Construction Manager, or comparable field-operations leader on large data center or mission-critical projects (preferred)
Associate degree or higher in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field (preferred)
Current mechanical, plumbing, or HVAC contractor or trade license (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Continuous learning and development opportunities
Travel to other project sites, offices, fabrication facilities, vendor locations, or customer meetings may be required