Project Engineer - Data Centers

Project Engineer - Data Centers ()

Posted 06-Mar-2026 | Full-time |

Location:

New Albany, Ohio, United States

CBRE | DIRECTLINE is a leading technology infrastructure services provider, delivering mission‑critical data center solutions for global technology leaders. With over 1,200 skilled technicians, we complete more than 1,000 projects annually across the US and APAC, from design & planning through day‑2 maintenance and AI/ML platform deployment.

The Project Engineer (PE) is a key member of the site operations team, partnering with the Project Manager to assess feasibility, plan schedules, and direct project execution. The PE reviews technical plans, maintains comprehensive project data, analyzes trends, manages change, recommends budgets, estimates time requirements, and determines resources needed to achieve project goals. Acting as liaison between field technicians and site management, the PE handles scheduling, QA/QC, safety, and ensures all stakeholders understand the project plan.

• Provide technical expertise throughout the pre‑construction process.
• Participate in constructability reviews and assess feasibility of the pre‑construction schedule.
• Contribute to proposals and estimates during the project pursuit process.

• Keep all projects on schedule and on budget, meeting required deadlines.
• Support the project manager by maintaining current project logs.
• Collaborate with the client to resolve onsite challenges.
• Ensure submittals are obtained, reviewed, approved, and that materials and equipment are released on time.
• Develop detailed project schedules in cooperation with the project manager and superintendent.
• Assist with project permit processes.
• Drive innovation and efficiency using new technologies, techniques, and pre‑fabrication.
• Review design specifications, scope of work, and drawing packages for constructability.
• Assist with modification/development of construction and resource schedules.
• Regularly update the construction schedule.
• Advise the project team on potential issues or deficiencies.
• Develop project and budget estimates.
• Ensure full visibility and understanding of the construction approach and relevant site standards.
• Participate in periodic quality/safety checks to ensure compliance with site standards.
• Analyze daily progress for compliance with the expected schedule.
• Prepare, schedule, coordinate, and monitor daily/weekly updates.
• Oversee test result submittals and documentation submittals.
• Work with extended teams such as Safety and QA/QC to conduct site‑specific training.
• Review drawings and physically measure rooms to ensure they meet specifications for complete as‑builds.
• Perform periodic change of duties upon request.
• Assist site management with change orders, RFIs, submittal packages, and design changes.

• Assist site management with as‑builds and other close‑out documents, e.g., certified test results.
• Contribute to and participate in project lessons learned.

• Communicate construction goals to all field personnel.
• Maintain positive relationships with the client throughout the project(s).

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, business management, electrical engineering, construction management, or similar.
• 5+ years of direct work experience in construction management, data centers, or structured cabling environments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Demonstrated ability to define project scope, develop detailed tasks, and manage projects to final completion and customer turnover.
• High skill level interpreting blueprints and other project documents, including specifications, reporting, and quality requirements.
• Experience with specialized collaboration and time‑management software, including spreadsheets and Bluebeam.
• Thorough knowledge of legal issues and safety standards.
• Experience with inventory control and process improvement.
• Strong time management and analytical skills.
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills.
• Ability to multitask and lead initiatives.
• OSHA 30 certification.

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