Mechanical Engineer - Project Manager

SUMMARYWorldwide Mission Critical is actively growing our technical staff across the country and seeking a Mechanical Engineer - Project Manager for our Pre-Construction group. The selected candidate will oversee design and technical systems development for large, complex data center projects from concept development to construction administration both domestically and overseas. While a Mechanical Engineering background is the baseline, the successful candidate’s responsibilities will encompass multi-disciplinary oversight including the full scope of Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, Telecommunications, Civil, Structural and Architectural efforts. You will be supported and mentored by other Pre-Construction and Construction Managers within WWMC, offering the successful candidate the opportunity to grow professionally, technically, and within the Company.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIESAssist in the development of high-level concepts for M&E system topologies and capacities for execution by a design teamVisit, assess, and summarize M&E system topologies and capacities at existing facilities as part of due diligence effortsReview design submission documents along with submittals for consistency with the project objectives and requirementsAct as the primary point of contact for key stakeholders, providing regular updates, addressing concerns, and ensuring alignment with project goalsLead recurring project meetings, ensuring effective communication and documentation of discussions, decisions, and action itemsAssist in developing and maintaining project schedules and budgetsIdentify and escalate project risks and issues, proactively addressing challenges during the project lifecycleCollaborate with clients, project managers, and team members to streamline workflows, optimize resource allocation, and drive project successPrepare Design Team RFP/Bid/Selection documents and guide the preparation of Basis of Design (BOD) documentsProvide Design Management from Concept Development through Construction Documents, including overseeing the construction budget and schedulePrepare General Contractor RFP/Bid/Selection documents and Owner Furnished Contractor Installed (OFCI) Equipment Procurement documentsGuide coordination with local Utilities and manage permit applications and timelinesParticipate in job site observations and offer commentary on work in progressIdentify opportunities to improve quality of services and deliverables and participate in implementationParticipate in in-house training and industry-focused professional organizationsMaintain relevant Code knowledge along with product technologies and topologies

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS and KNOWLEDGEBachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with mechanical building systems emphasisExperience with interior and exterior Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) modeling. Revit BIM design experienceFamiliarity with sustainable design approaches and related project impactsMinimum 5 years' experience in A/E industry preferred, with Mission Critical/Data Center experienceComprehensive understanding of professional services from conceptual design through project close-outPassion for improving workflows and mentoring team membersStrong written and verbal communication skills, organizational skills, and ability to motivate and mentor staffProficient with Microsoft Productivity Suite products