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Data Center MEP Manager u2013 Remote (US) New York, New York 100% Remote Contract $70/hr - $90/hr Job Title: Data Center MEP Manager u2013 Remote (US) Employment Type: 6 Month Contract, possibility for conversion or extension. Location: 100% Remote (US), with occasional travel (3 onsite visits in the 6-month period.) Must be located and authorized to work here in the US without visa sponsorship or transfer now or in the future. No C2C inquiries, please Our client is a premier technology consultancy currently spearheading massive infrastructure expansions for mission-critical environments. They are presently supporting a high-stakes strategy to scale data center capacity to 100+MW, specifically focused on the evolving demands of AI-driven compute. This organization is known for navigating the complexities of high-density builds for global enterprise clients and major colocation providers. As the Data Center MEP Manager, you will lead the technical oversight for large-scale greenfield builds and expansions, including a $500M / 50 MW AI learning data center. You will act as the subject matter expert for physical installs, thermal dynamics, and liquid cooling integration. Your role is pivotal in managing the end-to-end lifecycle of mission-critical facilities, from reviewing scaling strategies to overseeing L1u2013L4 commissioning and ensuring Tier 4 uptime standards are met. Requirements + Experience: 20+ years of experience in the construction, operations, and expansion of mission-critical facilities. + Certifications: DCCA (Schneider Electric) and IFMA FMP certifications are required. + Industry Background: Proven experience working with or for major colo providers (e.g., Equinix, QTS, Digital Realty, or Switch) and OEMs (e.g., Vertiv, Schneider, HPE). + AI Infrastructure Expertise: Deep technical knowledge of heat/cooling requirements specific to AI, including thermal dynamic fluid and hot spot mitigation. + Liquid Cooling Proficiency: Mastery of all liquid cooling modalities: single-phase, dual-phase, rear door heat exchangers, and closed-loop/in-rack systems. + Technical Systems: Comprehensive understanding of large-scale chilled water infrastructure, HVAC, UPS, switchgear, and BMS/EPMS systems. Responsibilities + Strategy & Scaling: Review and execute client strategies to scale data center capacity to 100+MW, identifying limitations and infrastructure risks. + Commissioning Oversight: Manage L1u2013L4 commissioning processes for mechanical and electrical systems to ensure seamless facility handovers. + Technical Design Review: Provide MEP engineering expertise to guide the physical installation of high-density AI racks and cooling infrastructure. + Operational Excellence: Maintain Tier 4 uptime standards across enterprise environments, managing critical power and cooling redundancies. + Vendor & Stakeholder Liaison: Act as the primary technical point of contact between the consultancy, the end client, and equipment manufacturers like Vertiv and Schneider. This is a 6-month contract with a strong possibility for conversion or extension based on project performance. The role is 100% Remote (US) , though it requires the ability to travel for three onsite visits during the initial 6-month term. Our client offers a highly competitive hourly rate commensurate with a senior subject matter expert level, providing the opportunity to work on some of the most advanced AI infrastructure projects in the industry today. You will receive the following benefits: + Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family + Dental & Orthodontia Benefits + Vision Benefits + Health Savings Account (HSA) + Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts + Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance + Hospital Indemnity Insurance + 401(k) including match with pre and post-tax options + Paid Sick Time Leave + Legal and Identity Protection Plans + Pre-tax Commuter Benefit + 529 College Saver Plan Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRPu2019s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. Specialization: + Data Warehouse/DBA