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Our mission is to become the premier professional services provider across all industry sectors we are engaged in. To accomplish this, Decima International’s founders established a simple yet powerful formula:\nApproach each client engagement as a partnership, create an environment that attracts the most talented professionals and allows them to flourish, and regulate growth to maintain excellence in our service standards.\nWe are looking for a driven and capable MEP Construction Manager to support us in the delivery of multiple hyperscale data center projects for a major technology client, one of the top technology companies in the world. Based on-site in Phoenix, you will act as the client’s representative for all mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) scopes, from design review and procurement through installation, commissioning, and turnover.\nThis client-facing role requires strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills; the ability to self-direct; client representation experience; and deep technical command of mission-critical MEP systems. Candidates must be able to manage multiple projects and contractors concurrently. Hands-on experience with data center power distribution, cooling systems, controls, and integrated systems testing is a significant advantage.\nRESPONSIBILITIES:\nServe as the client’s MEP lead on-site, overseeing mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and controls scopes from pre-construction through close-out\nReview MEP design documents, specifications, submittals, shop drawings, and RFIs for constructability, code compliance, and alignment with client standards\nOversee installation of critical power systems, including medium- and low-voltage switchgear, transformers, UPS, generators, PDUs, busway, and electrical rooms\nOversee installation of mechanical and cooling systems, including chillers, cooling towers, CRAH/CRAC units, air handlers, piping, and liquid cooling where applicable\nCoordinate BMS, EPMS, and controls integration with design teams, contractors, and the client’s operations group\nManage long-lead MEP equipment procurement; track fabrication, factory witness testing (FWT), delivery, and setting against the schedule\nLead and support the commissioning process (Levels 1-5), including integrated systems testing (IST), and drive issue resolution to turnover\nPrepare RFPs and support MEP contractor selection and the contract award process\nWork with contractors to establish and maintain CPM baseline schedules; perform resource analyses to identify bottlenecks and constraints\nCoordinate with local utilities and authorities having jurisdiction (AHJ) on service, permitting, and inspections\nIdentify project risks, gaps, and opportunities; provide recommendations to stakeholders to mitigate risks and leverage opportunities\nFacilitate, lead, and chair project meetings (including OAC and MEP coordination meetings); maintain accurate meeting minutes and action items\nReview and validate MEP progress, change orders, contractor pay applications, and invoices\nEnforce site safety requirements, including electrical safety and lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures\nPrepare PowerPoint presentations and report to management on progress, findings, and recommendations\nSupport business development efforts by contributing to strategy, positioning, proposals, and contract negotiations\nPerform other related duties as required and assigned\nQUALIFICATIONS\nRequired Qualifications:\n5+ years of construction project management experience on mission-critical or data center projects, including cost, schedule, quality, and risk management\n3+ years of construction scheduling and project controls experience using Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or equivalent tools, including milestone tracking, critical path analysis, and project reporting\n3+ years of technical construction experience with electrical, mechanical, mission-critical, or infrastructure systems, including design reviews, commissioning, troubleshooting, and field execution\nBachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, construction management, or a related technical field\nStrong working knowledge of critical power distribution, HVAC and cooling systems, plumbing, fire protection, and building controls\nSolid working knowledge of pre-construction, MEP coordination, contract management, project delivery methods, and building systems/components\nWorking knowledge of applicable codes and standards, such as NEC, NFPA 70E, IMC, and ASHRAE\nExperience reviewing and validating contractor schedules, pay applications, and change orders\nExperience in client-facing roles and developing reports for different audiences\nDemonstrated ability to understand technical and complex construction programs and communicate progress clearly to both technical and executive audiences\nProficiency in Microsoft Office programs\nPreferred Qualifications:\nPrior hyperscale data center construction experience, ideally for a major technology client\nExperience with integrated systems testing (IST) and Level 1-5 commissioning\nExperience with liquid cooling or high-density compute environments\nMaster’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering\nProfessional Engineer (PE) license\nExperience with Earned Value Management\nActive membership in PMI, CMAA, ASHRAE, or similar associations\nProject Management Professional (PMP) certification\nCertified Construction Manager (CCM) certification\nPOSITION DETAILS:\nPrimary Location (On-site): Phoenix, Arizona\nPosition: MEP Construction Manager\nPosition Classification: Salary-based, full-time hours\nDecima International is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to the safety and well-being of all. 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