Project Manager - Mission Critical Data Center Programs

About the role

XNRGY Climate Systems is expanding its Service organization to support large hyperscale data center projects. The Project Manager – Mission Critical Data Center Programs (HVAC) will lead onsite execution of complex HVAC service and construction programs, serving as the on‑site face for customers, general contractors, and trade partners. The role covers air‑side equipment (CRAC/CRAH units, air handling units, economizers) and chiller/water‑side plant (chillers, cooling towers, pumps, piping) from rework and start‑up through commissioning, warranty, and field support, including building management and controls integration for Tier III/IV data center environments.

Responsibilities

• Apply project methodologies to drive scalable, repeatable, and cost‑effective execution across mission‑critical HVAC mechanical programs.
• Lead cross‑functional internal and external teams—including mechanical contractors, controls integrators, GCs, and commissioning agents—across rework, start‑up, commissioning, warranty, and field support.
• Lead execution across both air‑side equipment and chiller/water‑side HVAC systems.
• Coordinate Level 3–5 commissioning, including equipment start‑up, functional performance testing, and integrated systems testing (IST).
• Coordinate OEM technicians and commissioning agents to validate cooling capacity and redundancy design.
• Track project progress, risks, and interdependencies related to mechanical equipment delivery, refrigerant piping, ductwork, and controls sequencing against data center construction schedules.
• Ensure strict adherence to safety requirements including LOTO, confined space, and hot work, particularly when operating in live or near‑live data halls.
• Serve as the primary escalation point and strategic liaison with General Contractors, mechanical engineers, and data center operators on HVAC scope, schedule, and change management.
• Oversee Superintendents and other onsite staff.
• Represent XNRGY at all GC and project meetings.
• Maintain regular construction‑site presence throughout project execution.

Requirements

• 10+ years of progressive experience in HVAC service operations or project management, preferably in mission‑critical or data center environments.
• Proven track record managing complex, highly technical HVAC mechanical programs across air‑side systems (CRAC/CRAH units, air handlers, precision cooling, VRF) and chiller/water‑side systems (chillers, cooling towers, condenser water and chilled water piping).
• Direct experience with mission‑critical infrastructure such as data centers, hyperscale, colocation, or other uptime‑sensitive facilities strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of mechanical drawings and sequences of operation.
• Working knowledge of BMS/controls platforms and protocols (BACnet, Niagara, Modbus) as they relate to HVAC systems.
• Experience with ERP/CRM systems, service management platforms, and performance dashboards.
• Mechanical or HVAC engineering background preferred; strong operational, business, or technical program management experience within HVAC also considered.

Skills

• Execution Excellence: strong planning and program structuring skills with disciplined follow‑through managing complex HVAC field operations at scale in high‑stakes, uptime‑critical settings.
• Customer‑Centric Mindset: balances empathy with sound business judgment while proactively supporting data center client cooling and reliability needs.
• Communication: builds trust through clear, professional interaction with GCs, mechanical contractors, customers, and internal teams across all levels.
• Adaptability: operates with composure under tight and shifting priorities typical of mission‑critical HVAC construction and commissioning environments without compromising execution or safety standards.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with a bonus incentive plan
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off
• Dynamic team open to change and innovation
• Opportunity to be part of a green industry transformation supporting the AI revolution
• Fast‑growing, dynamic environment where entrepreneurial spirit is recognized
• Inclusive and diversity‑friendly workplace
• Career advancement opportunities – XNRGY promotes internal growth