Sr Project Manager (MEP Manager) at OVERWATCH in New Albany, OH

About Overwatch Mission Critical

Overwatch is a service-disabled Veteran-owned small business (SDVOB) certified through the national veterans business development council (NVBDC), offering construction professional services, talent acquisition, and general contractor for the mission-critical infrastructure industry. Our mission is the construction and management of state-of-the-art data centers with the precision and reliability this industry demands. From high-end engineers to seasoned professionals, we deploy the people you need to get your data center off the ground. At Overwatch, it's more than a job. It's purpose.

Overview

The Senior Project Manager will lead the mechanical and electrical construction and commissioning phases of a hyperscale data center. This role is technical at its core, requiring a leader who can manage the installation, integration, and testing of high-density cooling and complex power distribution systems. You will ensure the facility moves seamlessly from "sticks and bricks" through to full Integrated Systems Testing (IST).

Key Responsibilities

• MEP Systems Oversight: Lead the installation of critical infrastructure, including Medium/High-Voltage switchgear, UPS arrays, CRAH/CRAC units, chillers, and backup generators.
• Commissioning Leadership: Direct the full commissioning process, ensuring all MEP components meet Tier III/IV redundancy standards and functional performance requirements.
• Technical Problem Solving: Act as the primary technical point of contact for resolving MEP design conflicts, RFI management, and field coordination issues.
• Vendor & Subcontractor Management: Manage specialized electrical and mechanical subcontractors, ensuring their work aligns with the master schedule and technical specs.
• Energy Efficiency: Monitor and validate systems to ensure the facility meets target Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) metrics.

Qualifications and Skill

• Experience: Minimum 7 years of construction project management experience, with a heavy emphasis on MEP-intensive projects (Data Centers, Semiconductors, Healthcare, or Industrial).
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Construction Management is a nice to have
• Commissioning Expertise: Proven experience navigating the Commissioning (Cx) process for mission-critical environments.
• Technical Literacy: Ability to read and interpret complex one-lines, P&IDs, and MEP shop drawings.
• Software Proficiency: Expert-level use of Procore, Bluebeam, and Navisworks (for clash detection).

Preferred Certifications

• QCxP (Qualified Commissioning Process Provider) or BCxP (Building Commissioning Professional).
• Professional Engineer (PE) license is a significant plus.
• OSHA 10 or 30-Hour Construction Safety certification.

Driver’s License Requirement

For roles that require on-site presence or travel between work locations as an essential function of the position, candidates must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license appropriate for the role and be eligible to operate a motor vehicle in accordance with applicable laws.

Communication Skills

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in a professional work environment, including preparing written reports and documentation, conveying information clearly to team members, clients, and stakeholders, and responding appropriately to verbal and written communications related to job duties.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

This position operates primarily in an active data center construction environment, encompassing both indoor and outdoor work settings. The role requires the physical ability to perform essential job functions safely and effectively in a dynamic environment that includes ongoing construction activity and evolving site conditions.

The work environment includes areas and temporary structures owned, leased, or controlled by third parties over which Overwatch may have limited or no control. Because the project remains under construction, certain areas of the site — including access routes, staging zones, and temporary structures — may not yet be fully ADA-compliant until construction is complete or those third-party areas are finalized.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to walk, stand, stoop, twist, bend, and climb stairs or ladders for extended periods while navigating uneven, unpaved, or obstructed terrain.
• Must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis.
• Must be able to drive between job sites and access all areas of an active construction zone, including raised platforms, scaffolding, and confined spaces.
• Must be able to tolerate exposure to outdoor weather conditions, dust, and construction-related noise, vibrations, and odors.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with contractors, engineers, and site personnel, and maintain situational awareness in high-activity environments.
• Personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hats, safety vests, hearing protection, and steel-toe boots, is required.
• Must have sufficient visual acuity to read drawings, specifications, and safety signage, and to observe site activity.

Work Environment

Work is performed primarily in and around active construction areas, which may include unfinished buildings, temporary field offices, staging areas, and partially completed infrastructure. These locations may contain uneven surfaces, limited accessibility, and other conditions typical of construction projects prior to final completion. Overwatch does not control and cannot modify accessibility conditions within areas, facilities, or temporary structures owned or managed by third parties.

Reasonable Accommodation

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position, provided such accommodations do not create safety hazards, impede essential mobility within active work zones, or require modification of facilities not owned or controlled by Overwatch.

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid time off. Relocation assistance is available to support candidates transitioning to the location.

OVERWATCH is committed to creating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. OVERWATCH considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.