MEP Data Center Construction Delivery Project Manager

MEP Data Center Construction Delivery Project Manager at Oracle

The MEP Data Center Construction Delivery Project Manager leads the onsite execution and management of complex mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) construction activities for major data center projects. This role is responsible for coordinating contractors, ensuring compliance with design specifications and industry standards, maintaining schedules and budgets, and driving quality and safety initiatives. The successful candidate will provide expert leadership through all project phases, resolve technical challenges, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and proactively identify and mitigate risks. This position plays a critical role in delivering high-impact data center infrastructure to support Oracle’s cloud growth and operational excellence.

This role is onsite in Saline, Michigan and not open to remote work.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and provide technical leadership to the developer managing all mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) construction activities for data center projects.
• Review and monitor the developer’s management of contractors and vendors, ensuring work complies with design specifications, quality standards, and safety requirements.
• Track and validate project schedules and milestones provided by the developer, highlighting risks and ensuring timely delivery of key objectives.
• Monitor MEP budgets through the developer, reviewing invoicing, change orders, and scope alignment for compliance and accuracy.
• Coordinate closely with internal teams to ensure the developer integrates MEP systems with broader project and business requirements.
• Conduct site visits and oversight audits to verify that the developer and general contractor maintain required quality, safety, and progress levels.
• Identify risks and propose mitigation strategies by proactively evaluating the developer’s plans and reporting concerns to leadership.
• Drive adoption of best practices and innovation by guiding the developer toward efficient and forward-thinking MEP solutions.
• Report on progress, challenges, and escalations to internal stakeholders and leadership, ensuring transparency and alignment.
• Ensure the developer maintains compliance with local regulations, building codes, safety requirements, and Oracle’s standards.
• Mentor junior staff and cross-functional partners on MEP oversight, promoting a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Support commissioning, transition, and close-out activities by validating the developer’s handover processes for operational readiness.

Qualifications

Oracle seeks an experienced professional with a strong background in MEP construction delivery, particularly within data center environments. The ideal candidate will possess robust project management skills, a keen eye for quality and safety, and the ability to lead multidisciplinary teams. This role requires on-site presence in Saline, Michigan, and a commitment to Oracle’s high standards for infrastructure development.

About Oracle

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Key skills/competency

• MEP Construction
• Data Center Management
• Project Delivery
• Mechanical Systems
• Electrical Systems
• Plumbing Infrastructure
• Contractor Coordination
• Budget Management
• Risk Mitigation
• Quality Assurance