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EdgeConneX · 2 months ago

Data Center Technical (MEP) Project Manager - Chicago, IL

Chicago, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$120K/yr - $145K/yr

5+ years exp

EdgeConneX is a dynamic company focused on delivering data center solutions. They are seeking a Technical Project Manager to oversee the planning, reporting, design, and deployment of Data Center construction projects, ensuring timely and budget-compliant delivery while maintaining high customer service standards.

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Responsibilities

Collaborate with construction management firms and general contractors to deliver assigned projects on time and within budget

Understand customer requirements and ensure they are met in accordance with the lease agreement/contract

Serve as the primary point of contact for all internal and external stakeholders, construction deliverables, communicating directly with customers to foster and maintain a high level of customer service

Provide regular project updates, dashboards, and executive-level reporting on project and schedule progress with site photos. Interface with project stakeholders at both working team and executive levels

Coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure company goals are met, including hosting weekly progress meetings

Utilize technical expertise to identify, mitigate, and resolve project-related issues

Proactively identify and mitigate project risks, interdependencies, and potential schedule or cost impacts

Monitor construction activities to verify adherence to design specifications, quality standards, and safety protocols

Qualification

Electrical EngineeringMechanical EngineeringData Center InfrastructureProject ManagementMicrosoft ProjectPMP CertificationStakeholder ManagementEmotional IntelligenceAttention to DetailTeam Player

Required

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical or Mechanical), Construction Management, Architecture, or a related field

5+ years of relevant consulting and/or external client-facing experience with a distinct focus on large-scale project management within mission-critical industries, providing extensive reporting, as well as leading customer-facing processes and procedures

Mastery of written and live customer-facing presentations

A project management-related certification such as PMP, CCM, AC, CPC, CST, PE

OSHA 30 / VCA-VOL or equivalent certification is preferable but can be acquired through training once hired

Ability to manage complex, multi-million-dollar projects/programs that require detailed planning, execution, and front-line support to both vendors and high-profile clients

Ability to engage clients onsite and virtually at highest level, leading discussions that have an emphasis on setting expectations that can be difficult at times

Serve as a “marriage counselor” managing stakeholders in efforts to put out fires and not start new ones

Distinct ability to read the room, understanding when to take charge or refocus the team

Strong technical skills in areas such as electrical and mechanical engineering, data center infrastructure, and networking. For example, direct ability to interpret MEP drawings

Familiarity with installation of critical infrastructure (MEP, IT, security, power, cooling) and data center products and services

Proficient in Microsoft applications such as Microsoft Project/Primavera, PowerPoint, and Excel

Ability to establish and maintain budget, working with various stakeholders to get ahead of risks to it

Self-starter with a positive attitude and strong emotional intelligence

Ability to work in a fast-paced, globally diverse environment

Strong and effective team player in working with various disciplines and peer groups

Strong attention to detail, excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills

Strong commitment to and knowledge of construction safety