Data Center Construction – Mid - Senior Commissioning Project Manager
MGAC is hiring a Commissioning Project Manager (mid-senior) for its Critical Environments team to lead Level 1-5 commissioning of electrical, mechanical, and controls systems (UPS, generators, HVAC, BMS, EPMS, SCADA) across hyperscale and colocation data center construction projects. Based onsite in Charleston, SC, the role manages commissioning teams and acts as a trusted owner's representative f
- Compensation
- $110K–$160K / yr
- Location
- Charlest, SC
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Senior
- Employment
- Full time
- Experience
- 3+ years
- Category
- Project management
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- 5+ years of experience in commissioning, construction management, mission-critical facilities, or data center infrastructure projects
- 3+ years of experience managing commissioning teams, consultants, and multidisciplinary project stakeholders
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or related technical field (equivalent experience considered)
- Extensive experience supporting hyperscale, colocation, enterprise, or mission-critical data center construction projects
- Experience leading Level 1-5 commissioning activities for complex MEP and critical infrastructure systems
- Strong knowledge of electrical distribution, UPS systems, generators, HVAC, controls, BMS, EPMS, SCADA, and integrated systems testing
- Excellent analytical, organizational, leadership, problem-solving, presentation, interpersonal, and communication skills
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while balancing schedule, budget, risk, quality, and client expectations
- Significant onsite presence in Charleston, SC with travel based on project and client needs
Full description
It’s an exciting time to join MGAC!
MGAC is a global boutique consultancy dedicated to managing and representing our clients’ best interests. Our success is rooted in hiring exceptional people who are driven to do challenging work with the unique blend of experience, integrity, creativity, and commitment that separates us from our competitors.
We have three simple goals: to do the most interesting and challenging work, to have fun working together, and to build a successful business in the process.
This position requires significant onsite presence in Charleston, SC with travel required based on project and client needs.
Unlock Your Potential
We're looking for candidates eager to lead complex mission-critical projects, influence project outcomes, and drive operational excellence across large-scale data center developments. Here's what will set you up for success at MGAC:
- 5+ years of experience in commissioning, construction management, mission-critical facilities, or data center infrastructure projects.
- 3+ years of experience managing commissioning teams, consultants, and multidisciplinary project stakeholders.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field. Equivalent experience will be considered.
- Extensive experience supporting hyperscale, colocation, enterprise, or mission-critical data center construction projects.
- Experience leading Level 1-5 commissioning activities for complex MEP and critical infrastructure systems.
- Strong knowledge of electrical distribution, UPS systems, generators, HVAC systems, controls, BMS, EPMS, SCADA, and integrated systems testing.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, leadership, problem-solving, presentation, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while balancing schedule, budget, risk, quality, and client expectations.
- A collaborative leader who thrives in fast-paced environments and is passionate about delivering exceptional project outcomes.
What You'll Be Doing
MGAC's Critical Environments team manages some of the most complex and high-profile data center projects in the industry. As a trusted owner's representative, we help clients navigate technical challenges, mitigate risks, and ensure facilities are delivered ready for operations. As a Data Center Construction – Mid - Senior Commissioning Project Manager you will lead commissioning strategy and execution across large-scale mission-critical projects and serve as a key advisor to clients throughout the project lifecycle.