MEP Project Manager – Data Centers

ROI Agency

. Serve as the primary client point of contact throughout project execution .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeRemote • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $120,000 - $170,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing multidisciplinary design teams and overseeing MEP critical facilities projects, ensuring adherence to project scope, budget, and schedule while maintaining strong client relationships and quality assurance.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Project Management ExperienceMEP Systems UnderstandingClient Relationship ManagementPMP CertificationPE License

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Hard Skills

Engineering ConsultingProject Scope ManagementBudget ManagementSchedule ManagementConstruction AdministrationUtility CoordinationDesign CoordinationRisk AssessmentQuality ControlInfrastructure Design Oversight

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationMentoringClient Management

Certifications & Qualifications

PE LicensePMP Certification

Industry Keywords

Critical FacilitiesData CentersASHRAE TC 9.9NFPANECUptime Institute Tier ConceptsLocal Building Codes

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the primary client point of contact throughout project execution
Lead multidisciplinary design teams across mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, controls, security, and telecommunications disciplines
Manage project scope, budget, schedule, and resource allocation
Coordinate with utility providers, AHJs, contractors, vendors, and owner teams
Oversee development through feasibility, concept design, SD, DD, CD, permitting, and construction administration phases
Facilitate design reviews, risk assessments, and quality control processes
Monitor project financial performance and support contract management
Mentor and develop junior engineering and project management staff
Lead overall delivery of MEP critical facilities prime design projects
Manage client relationships, design coordination, schedules, budgets, quality assurance, and infrastructure design oversight

Requirements

What you’ll need

5-10 years of engineering consulting or project management experience
Critical facilities experience including data centers, hospitals, central plants, or other mission critical infrastructure
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
Familiarity with Uptime Institute Tier concepts, ASHRAE TC 9.9, NFPA, NEC, and local building codes
Experience managing projects from 3 MW to 100+ MW campuses
Strong understanding of MEP systems, utility coordination, and construction administration
PE license preferred
PMP certification preferred
Strong communication, leadership, and client management skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance with UnitedHealthcare plan options
Kaiser medical plan options available in California
Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Dental insurance through Delta Dental
Vision insurance through EyeMed
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
401(k) retirement plan with up to 4.5% total employer contributions
Employer match on employee contributions
Discretionary 1% contribution in company shares for eligible employees
Student loan payment matching toward retirement contributions
Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Parental leave
Supplemental life insurance
Additional long-term disability insurance
Accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance through MetLife
Legal services through LegalShield
Identity theft protection through LifeLock
Periodic opportunities to purchase company shares directly
Approved business travel expenses reimbursed in accordance with company travel policies