Senior Construction Manager, Mechanical

Position: Senior Construction Manager Mechanical (Data Centers)

Location: Home Base: Central, NY (Syracuse, Buffalo, Rochester) U.S. Project Sites (Travel Required; Regionally Based Candidates Preferred) Travel to project sites across the United States (6080%)

Reports To: Director of Construction / Project Executive

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Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Mechanical Construction Manager to lead the delivery of mechanical systems on data center construction projects across the U.S. You will oversee the execution of all mechanical infrastructuresuch as HVAC, chilled water, DX cooling, CRAH/CRAC systems, piping, and ductworkensuring compliance with design, schedule, quality, and client expectations. This leadership role plays a critical part in delivering mission-critical infrastructure safely and efficiently, supporting high-availability environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead field execution of mechanical systems including chilled water plants, air handling units, CRAHs/CRACs, ductwork, hydronic piping, pumps, and BMS controls.
• Ensure systems are installed per design, meet operational performance criteria, and adhere to commissioning and startup standards.
• Collaborate with design engineers, trade partners, and client representatives to drive constructability and system integration.

• Develop mechanical installation strategies aligned with critical milestones and overall construction schedule.
• Manage subcontractor performance through daily coordination, lookahead scheduling, and logistics planning.
• Ensure timely delivery, handling, and installation of long-lead mechanical equipment and prefabricated systems.

• Oversee the review and coordination of submittals, shop drawings, RFIs, and field changes for mechanical scope.
• Perform field inspections and QA/QC checks to ensure code compliance, alignment with specifications, and industry best practices.
• Support mechanical system commissioning activities and ensure readiness for functional and integrated testing.

• Serve as the primary site representative for all mechanical construction issues, decisions, and updates.
• Provide technical guidance to the client team and keep stakeholders informed of progress, risks, and mitigation efforts.
• Participate in project status meetings, design clarifications, and punch list resolution efforts.

• Promote and enforce safety procedures including confined space entry, elevated work platforms, and hot work protocols.
• Conduct mechanical safety reviews and ensure adherence to company and client-specific EHS standards.
• Identify mechanical scope-related risks and lead proactive issue resolution to maintain schedule and budget adherence.

• Mentor mechanical coordinators, field engineers, and junior superintendents.
• Foster collaboration between mechanical, electrical, and general trades to improve integration and system performance.
• Lead mechanical trade meetings and commissioning coordination sessions with internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical discipline.
• 10+ years of construction experience with at least 5 years focused on large-scale data centers, industrial projects or mission-critical mechanical systems.
• In-depth understanding of HVAC system design, hydronics, airflow systems, energy efficiency strategies, and high-reliability design.
• Familiarity with ASHRAE standards, local building codes, and best practices for uptime and performance in Tier III/IV environments.
• Skilled in reading mechanical one-lines, P&IDs, piping layouts, coordination drawings, and system performance specs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• OSHA 30 certification or equivalent.
• LEED AP, Certified Energy Manager (CEM), or mechanical commissioning-related credentials.
• Experience with BMS systems, integration with electrical systems, and system-level redundancy strategies.
• Proficiency in Autodesk Construction Cloud, BIM 360, Bluebeam, Navisworks, or similar digital construction tools.

Personal Attributes:

• Proactive leader with strong mechanical systems knowledge and an ability to drive collaboration and problem-solving in high-pressure environments.
• Excellent communicator with a high level of professionalism in both client and field team interactions.
• Detail-oriented and hands-on, with a commitment to safety, quality, and efficiency.