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This is an opportunity to own the entire project lifecycle while partnering with engineering, construction, operations, and executive leadership teams to build highly reliable, state-of-the-art facilities.If you thrive in fast-paced environments, enjoy solving complex technical challenges, and want to make a tangible impact on the future of digital infrastructure, we'd love to connect with you.What You'll DoAs the technical leader for major data center developments, you'll be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest engineering standards.Project LeadershipLead projects from concept and design through construction, commissioning, energization, and operational turnoverDevelop and manage project schedules, budgets, and resource plansIdentify project risks and drive mitigation strategies to keep projects on trackCoordinate contractors, consultants, vendors, and internal stakeholders throughout the project lifecycleSupport procurement strategies and evaluate delivery models including EPC, Design-Build, and Construction ManagementEngineering & Technical OversightYou'll serve as the technical authority across multiple engineering disciplines, ensuring every system is designed and delivered for maximum reliability.Responsibilities include:Reviewing electrical, mechanical, HVAC, fire protection, security, and IT infrastructure designsValidating redundancy strategies including N+1, 2N, and Tier III+ requirementsCoordinating utility interconnections and energization planningOverseeing MV/HV electrical infrastructure and power system studiesDriving commissioning strategy and operational readinessEnsuring compliance with industry standards including Uptime, NFPA, IEC, TIA, and ISOCollaboration & LeadershipSuccess in this role requires someone who enjoys bringing teams together and driving projects forward.You will:Lead multidisciplinary engineering and construction teamsPartner with operations to ensure a seamless transition into productionInterface with customers, utilities, consultants, and executive leadershipMentor junior engineers and promote technical excellence across the organizationSupport strategic planning and executive project reportingOperational ReadinessYou'll play a key role in ensuring every facility is prepared for long-term success by:Overseeing as-built documentation and asset registersSupporting development of SOPs, MOPs, and EOPsValidating maintainability, reliability, and uptime objectivesSupporting operations teams through startup and stabilizationMonitoring performance metrics including PUE, WUE, and overall system reliabilityWhat We're Looking ForRequired ExperienceBachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Building Services Engineering10+ years of experience delivering mission-critical or hyperscale data center projectsExperience managing projects from design through commissioning and operational handoverStrong working knowledge of critical electrical and mechanical infrastructure, including UPS systems, generators, MV/LV distribution, chillers, CRAH/CRAC units, liquid cooling, fire suppression systems, and BMS/SCADA platformsExperience managing EPC, Design-Build, or Construction Management teamsPreferred QualificationsExperience delivering 50MW+ hyperscale or Tier III+ data center campusesExperience with large-scale utility interconnections and energization planningPMP, CDCP, ATD, or similar professional certificationsMaster's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related disciplineWho You AreYou're a hands-on technical leader who enjoys taking ownership and solving complex challenges. 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