MEP Project Manager

Overwatch Mission Critical • Irving, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

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.

Developed by the team in partnership with Harrison Street, is a multi-phase
hyperscale data center development totaling approximately 200MW across three
powered shell buildings. Located in the Las Colinas submarket, the project is
designed to support large-scale cloud and AI workloads with a strong focus on
speed-to-market, scalability, and long-term infrastructure reliability.

The MEP Project Manager will lead the execution of all mechanical, electrical,
plumbing, and fire protection scopes across one or more buildings on this
campus. This individual will be responsible for managing MEP trades from
preconstruction through commissioning and turnover, ensuring all systems are
delivered safely, on schedule, and in alignment with mission-critical
performance standards.

Requirements

• 5–10+ years of experience managing MEP scopes on large-scale construction projects.
• Strong background in mission-critical environments (data centers highly preferred).
• Experience with electrical infrastructure (MV/LV distribution, UPS, generators) and/or mechanical systems (chilled water, cooling systems).
• Proven ability to manage subcontractors and coordinate across multiple trades.
• Familiarity with fast-track construction and phased project delivery.
• Strong understanding of commissioning processes and system turnover requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience on hyperscale or powered shell data center projects.
• Experience working in the DFW market or similar Tier 1 data center regions.
• Background with top-tier GC or MEP contractor (Turner, DPR, Holder, etc.).
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead MEP coordination across electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and controls trades throughout the full project lifecycle.
• Review and validate design documents for constructability, cost efficiency, and alignment with project objectives
• Manage submittals, RFIs, shop drawings, and BIM coordination to ensure seamless system integration.
• Oversee procurement and delivery of long-lead equipment (switchgear, generators, UPS, chillers, CRAH/CRAC units, etc.).
• Drive schedule adherence by coordinating sequencing and installation activities across all MEP scopes.
• Track budgets, manage change orders, and maintain accurate cost forecasting for MEP packages.
• Partner with GC leadership, field teams, and ownership to resolve issues and mitigate project risks.
• Coordinate and support commissioning efforts, including system startup, functional testing, and turnover documentation.
• Ensure all systems meet reliability, redundancy, and uptime requirements typical of hyperscale data centers.
• Support repeatable processes across multiple phases/buildings within the campus.

Benefits

• We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid time off.
• There will be a daily per diem (7 days a week) to help with food and lodging.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level