Data Center Project Manager (M&E Infrastructure)

Position: Data Center Project Manager (M&E Infrastructure)
Location: Franklin Township, New Jersey
Duration: Contract
Job ID: 177749

Job Overview:
The Data Center Project Manager (M&E) is responsible for the end-to-end delivery of mechanical, electrical, and technology infrastructure construction projects within the firm's enterprise data centers. This role involves managing the full project lifecycle, including scope definition, design coordination, vendor oversight, financial management, commissioning support, and handover to operations. The position ensures all assigned projects meet performance, compliance, safety, and operational readiness requirements. Sites within the NY/NJ area will undergo a refresh of the existing mechanical and electrical infrastructure. The goal of this role is to provide owner-related project management functions while collaborating with operations teams, construction vendors, engineering, and commissioning service providers.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary project lead for all assigned mechanical, electrical, and critical infrastructure CAPEX initiatives.
• Develop and maintain project scope documents, schedules, budgets, risk registers, status reporting, and financial updates for stakeholders.
• Execute procurement activities, including RFP development, bid evaluation, vendor selection, and contract negotiation.
• Coordinate with internal engineering, data center operations, MEP consultants, and third-party service providers to ensure alignment with EDC standards and governance.
• Oversee installation, testing, and commissioning activities for HVAC, UPS, generators, PDUs, controls, fire/life safety systems, and other mechanical/electrical components.
• Manage project CAPEX budgets and assist with vendor payment generation as required.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements, safety protocols, and industry standards, including support for SLA/KPI commitments.
• Maintain project documentation, status tracking, change management processes, and required meeting cadence.
• Support sustainability and certification goals (LEED, WELL, WiredScore, SmartScore) through project design and execution on a per-project basis.
• Partner with data center operations teams to ensure seamless handover into steady-state operations.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field preferred.
• 5-10+ years of experience managing MEP or mission-critical construction projects within data centers or a similar environment required.
• Experience with financial firms is preferred, particularly in refreshing equipment in a live financial data center environment.
• Strong knowledge of critical facility systems, including HVAC, UPS, generators, PDUs, controls, and commissioning processes.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage vendors, and oversee large-scale project budgets.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to manage stakeholder expectations and produce accurate documentation.
• Ability to work in dynamic, fast-paced environments while maintaining safety, quality, and governance standards.

About PTR Global: PTR Global is a leading provider of information technology and workforce solutions. PTR Global has become one of the largest providers in its industry, with over 5000 professionals providing services across the U.S. and Canada. For more information visit www.ptrglobal.com

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Pay Range: $50- $59/hour on W2

The specific compensation for this position will be determined by several factors, including the scope, complexity, and location of the role, as well as the cost of labor in the market; the skills, education, training, credentials, and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment. Our full-time consultants have access to benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and 401K contributions, as well as PTO, sick leave, and other benefits mandated by applicable state or localities where you reside or work.

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