Data Center Project Manager

Carrier is a global provider of intelligent climate and energy solutions, delivering innovations in temperature control, air quality, transportation, comfort, safety, and sustainability. The Data Center Project Manager will oversee startup, commissioning, field modifications, schedules, budgets, stakeholder coordination, customer communication, compliance, and financial performance for Carrier chiller projects in newly constructed data centers.

Responsibilities:

• Lead startup, commissioning, and field modification processes for Carrier air- and water-cooled chillers in newly constructed data centers
• Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, ensuring schedules and budgets are met
• Track and review key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor project success
• Conduct progress meetings with stakeholders, addressing design, material delivery, and labor schedules
• Ensure all projects meet or exceed booked profit margin goals
• Work with project coordination to order and track all chiller parts needed for warranty execution
• Collaborate with sales, prime contractors, and end-users to fulfill project scope and deliverables
• Serve as the primary liaison representing Carrier between the customer, commissioning authority, general contractor, and subcontractors, ensuring smooth communication and project progression
• Provide professional, timely resolution for customer concerns, ensuring satisfaction with all aspects of project execution
• Interpret and apply mechanical, electrical, and architectural drawings to ensure compliance with design specifications
• Ensure adherence to industry codes, standards, and project specifications
• Apply working knowledge of Building Automation System (BAS) integration to ensure proper controls functionality
• Manage the change order process, preventing scope creep and maintaining project integrity
• Accurately forecast monthly revenue by estimating project completion costs
• Manage project documentation, including warranty processing and factory-generated service information in collaboration with our Service Engineering team
• Maintain rigorous job safety standards across all projects

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED
• 5+ years of experience in project management coordinating project schedules, deliverables, and activities involving multiple stakeholders, contractors, vendors, and/or customers; OR  4+ years of experience supporting mechanical, electrical, controls, commissioning, construction, or field service projects
• 2+ years reading and interpreting blueprints and technical mechanical systems documents
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 60% of the time within the USA as required by business needs
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering; or a Master's degree/MBA
• Data center industry experience with water- or air-cooled chillers
• Commercial HVAC expertise, including centrifugal chillers, Cooling Distribution Unit systems, and airside equipment
• Projection Management Professional certification
• Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design certification or experience with Building Automation Systems
• Strong ability to multi-task, prioritize, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences
• Proven strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities
• Strong ability to build rapport and trust with customers through active listening and effective solutions