MEP Project Manager (Data Center)

Overview

Manage MEP subcontractors, inspections, coordination, and documentation for data center projects.

Key Responsibilities

• subcontractor management
• bim coordination
• inspection documentation
• punch list
• equipment logistics
• owner training

Tasks

The MEP Project Manager is responsible for managing, field inspections, problem solving, and coordinating all necessary Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing and Fire Protection project resources and documentation throughout the entire project lifecycle. This includes the selection and management of MEP subcontractors, and the review, management, and administration of mechanical bid tabs/Exhibit Bs, MEP submittals, monthly MEP requisitions and change orders, and MEP contractor schedule/performance. -Interview, evaluate, and select subcontractors for each project -Collaborate with BIM/VDC teams and Superintendents to maintain coordination aligned with the schedule -Obtain approvals and sign-offs from all Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs) -Participate in weekly meetings with owners, subcontractors, and coordination teams -Liaise with public utility companies to meet project requirements, including temporary services (electrical, steam, natural gas) -Collect mechanical closeout documentation, including as-builts, attic stock, and O&M manuals -Oversee daily operations and performance of MEP subcontractors -Facilitate multi-trade coordination (e.g., curtain wall integration with security, electrical, and hardware) -Develop and track equipment delivery logs; prioritize submittals for long-lead items -Coordinate with owner’s third-party MEP contractors and testing agencies as needed -Manage and supervise MEP & FP contractors and the Commissioning agent throughout the project lifecycle -Secure documentation from inspections and testing, based on project size and scope -Ensure accurate electrical requirements for mechanical systems and verify alignment between drawings and specifications -Approve MEP monthly requisitions and change orders after thorough review -Organize owner training sessions and manage project turnover -Partner with the A/E team to resolve coordination challenges and develop effective solutions -Review and approve all MEP submittals for compliance with project requirements -Review mechanical bid tabs and Exhibit B in contracts to ensure accuracy and compliance -Support retail and tenant fit-out activities where applicable -Direct and coordinate all parties to successfully complete life safety inspections -Prepare and complete MEP punch lists and work lists -Conduct site walks to monitor progress, update schedules, and ensure adherence to project timelines

Requirements

• project management
• bim/vdc
• ashrae
• leed
• engineering degree
• mep

What You Bring

EEO Statement While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; talk or hear; perform fine motor, hand and finger skills in the use of a keyboard, telephone, or writing. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; and reach with arms and/or hands. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The employee will spend their time in an office environment with a quiet to moderate noise level. Job site walking. -Minimum of 2+ years of project management experience -Ability to read and comprehend drawings and specifications -Extensive knowledge of testing and balancing and commissioning practices -Candidate must possess Suffolk’s Core Values: Passion, Integrity, Hard Work, Professionalism, and Caring -Minimum 5+ years experience with Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing and Fire Protection Systems -Knowledge of Local, City, State, and International building codes for the location of the project -Ability to make decisions quickly and accurately -Bachelor of Science (technical/engineering degree) Mechanical, HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical and Fire protection -Strong computer skills are required i.e. MS Excel, Word, Outlook -Knowledge of ASHRAE, NEC, NFPA, and LEED requirements -Complete understanding of BIM/VDC coordination including various hit detection programs -Ability to communicate at all levels

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Benefits

Benefits include, competitive salaries, auto allowances and gas cards for certain roles, access to market leading medical and emotional and mental health benefits, dental, and vision insurance plans, virtual care options for physical therapy and primary care, generous paid time off, 401k plan with employer match and access to expert financial resources, company paid and voluntary life insurance, tax deferred savings accounts, 10 backup daycare days each year, short- and long-term disability, commuter benefits and more. For more information, click here. Additional benefits may be available for employees considered Travelers within our Mission Critical Group, including relocation support, monthly housing stipends, and monthly travel allowances. At Suffolk, we believe that our total rewards program should offer you and your family the support you need when it matters most. That’s why we have created a program that provides employees with access to a wide variety of options that can be personalized to support you and your loved ones physically, emotionally, and financially. Working Conditions

About Suffolk Construction

-From its Boston headquarters, they expanded through strategic acquisitions in healthcare and regional offices across the US. -Their portfolio spans iconic projects like Wynn Everett casino, GE’s Boston headquarters, major airports, and mixed-use towers. -They offer full-spectrum services: pre-construction, construction management, general contracting, and design-build. -They operate Centers of Excellence across sectors such as aviation, mission-critical, education, healthcare, and hospitality. -Their approach combines cutting-edge technologies like AI, VR, and virtual design with collaborative, people-focused execution. -Notable innovations include VR groundbreaking ceremonies and AI-driven risk modeling on complex builds. -Projects range from large-scale casinos and airport terminals to universities, residential towers, and mission-critical facilities. -Despite its scale, they maintain a reputation for a regimented culture and a meritocratic, performance-driven ethos.

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