Mechanical Project Manager - Data Center (Liquid Cooling Solutions)

Position Overview 

Align offers a wide variety of services centered around the data center white space.  We are a white space fit-out general contractor who manages the entire fit-out of data centers across the country. We’re looking for motivated individuals eager to break into the data center industry as White Space Fit-Out Project Managers. This is a great opportunity to launch a career in a fast-growing, high-impact field. Our services include designing layouts, overhead support systems (to support cable pathways and electrical systems), power striping/redundancy planning for distribution from PDUs to cabinet receptacles, conduit pathways, and low voltage structured cable infrastructure.   

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Project Manager with expertise in cooling solutions for data centers to join our growing team. This role will provide MEP technical leadership and project management oversight to data center white space fit-out projects, supporting a leading General Contractor specializing in critical facility construction. 

The ideal candidate brings a blend of mechanical engineering knowledge, data center design experience, and hands-on project execution expertise. Experience with technology loop - fill, flush, and filtration is required.  

• This is a full-time position offering a base salary range of $150,000-$175,000 commensurate with experience, comprehensive benefits, paid time off, paid training, and performance-based bonuses.
• This position can be based out of New York, NY, Sterling, VA, Spartanburg, SC, Plano TX and Phoenix, AZ. Candidates should be open to travel outside the region approximately 50% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical project management activities for data center design and construction projects, from concept through commissioning.
• Provide subject matter expertise on data center liquid cooling systems, including rear door heat exchangers and direct-to-chip solutions.
• Oversee design coordination, equipment selection, procurement, and integration of advanced cooling technologies into white space environments.
• Collaborate with internal design teams, external engineering firms, equipment manufacturers, and installation contractors to ensure system quality and performance.
• Review and approve mechanical system designs, equipment submittals, and vendor proposals.
• Evaluate and vet potential vendors, installers, and subcontractors for liquid cooling installations.
• Ensure adherence to project specifications, safety standards, and quality requirements.
• Support commissioning teams to verify system functionality, performance, and handover documentation.
• Act as the primary technical advisor on all MEP systems, providing guidance to the construction management team. 

Required Qualifications 

• 5+ years of experience in mechanical project management within the construction or engineering industry. 
• In-depth understanding of liquid cooling technologies for data centers, including design principles, performance criteria, and installation best practices. 
• Strong technical proficiency with HVAC, piping, and mechanical infrastructure supporting high-density compute environments. 
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and interface with engineers, contractors, and clients. 
• Excellent communication, documentation, and organizational skills. 

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with critical facilities design/build projects for hyperscale or colocation data centers.
• Prior work with MEP engineering firms or design-build contractors specializing in data centers.
• Familiarity with ASHRAE TC9.9, Uptime Institute, and TIA-942 standards.
• PMP certification or equivalent project management credential.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license is a plus. 

Tier 3

For more details, visit www.align.com.