Data Center Mechanical Construction Program Manager – Technical MEP Projects

Turner & Townsend

. Oversee the design of Post Facility Ready mechanical system upgrades and retrofits .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $150,000 - $175,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Mechanical Engineering with a focus on HVAC systems, project management, and stakeholder alignment. Capable of translating complex objectives into actionable plans while ensuring effective communication and continuous improvement.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Mechanical EngineeringHVAC SystemsProject ManagementStakeholder ManagementContinuous Improvement

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Hard Skills

Mechanical Engineering PrinciplesConstruction MethodsChilled Water Cooling SystemsProgram MetricsProject Planning

Soft Skills

Communication ManagementOrganizational ChangeTeam BuildingRisk ManagementProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

Project TrackersStatus ReportsExecution PlansChange Management Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical EngineeringMaster's DegreeProfessional Engineer (PE) License

Industry Keywords

Industrial HVACCommercial BuildingsData CentersSemiconductor FacilitiesHigh Rises

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee the design of Post Facility Ready mechanical system upgrades and retrofits
Build design teams from internal stakeholders and external partners/providers
Facilitate creation of shared execution plans
Oversee external design services supporting construction activities
Identify stakeholders and prioritize objectives and success criteria
Estimate task durations and align schedules and dependencies
Monitor and communicate progress and risks
Propose mitigation plans and align stakeholders on de-risking strategies
Measure and publish program and process metrics
Apply relevant best practices from other processes and technologies
Organize ambiguous projects into longer-term objectives
Build and support effective program teams across the organization
Align timelines, goals, and deliverables across related projects and teams
Manage escalations and unblock obstacles
Develop program communication plans and represent programs across touchpoints
Determine program phasing, metrics, governance structures, and required data
Maintain project trackers and status reports
Lead stakeholder meetings and change-management rollout plans
Define and own program charters covering scope, timelines, OKRs, resourcing, and risks/dependencies
Translate ambiguous goals into measurable objectives and milestones
Create phased project plans aligned with stakeholder needs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Minimum 10 years experience in Mechanical Engineering
Industrial or commercial HVAC experience
Experience with evaporative and air-based process chilled water cooling systems preferred
Thorough understanding of mechanical engineering principles, practices, and related technical areas
Knowledge of industry construction methods and techniques
Familiarity with mechanical cooling systems preferred
Experience in construction or operations of large commercial buildings, high rises, data centers, semiconductor facilities, or industrial processes preferred
Advanced planning and communication management skills
Proficiency in continuous improvement, execution, organizational change, and stakeholder management
Master's Degree and/or Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bonuses may be available in addition to base salary
Comprehensive benefits package
Flexible working environment
Work-life balance support
Inclusive and diverse workplace