MEP Construction Program Manager; Remote

About Our Company:

Headquartered in Denver, Colorado, Cologix is a leading North America network-neutral interconnection and hyperscale edge data center company. Our platform gives customers access to 45+ digital edge and Scalelogix℠ hyperscale edge data centers in 13 markets across the United States and Canada along with a carrier-dense ecosystem of 710+ networks, 360+ cloud providers, 35+ onramps and seven Internet exchanges. We provide our nearly 2,000 customers with direct access to our local operations teams, resulting in strong partnerships enabled by exceptional operational support and unparalleled customer service.

Backed by one of the largest North American infrastructure funds, Cologix's experienced leadership team, certified staff and commitment to ESG initiatives help form a culture that values our people, our environment and our clients.

The MEP Construction Program Manager is primarily responsible for leading and managing mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP) construction teams whether supporting development work, supply chain management, project accounting, or in the direct execution of construction projects.

• Lead the day-to-day management of MEP construction activities across multiple data center projects, ensuring they are completed within schedule, budget, and quality expectations.
• Manage and mentor a team of external construction MEP project managers and superintendents and internal resources, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Coordinate internal resources to support supply chain management for owner-furnished equipment and resources, ensuring timely procurement and delivery.
• Advocate safety as the top priority on the jobsite, enforcing compliance with company and jobsite safety plans, policies, and all safety-related regulations.
• Identify expedited permitting opportunities and build relationships with local jurisdictions and experts to meet project timelines.
• Collaborate with design and construction teams to develop and maintain schedules that achieve critical project milestones.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, vendors, and stakeholders to enhance Cologix’s position as an industry leader.
• Work with internal and external teams to improve processes and protocols, incorporating innovative solutions for data center construction.
• Demonstrate strong leadership as a team player, fostering collaboration within internal and external project environments.
• Utilize advanced planning skills to lead through influence, proactively partnering with stakeholders to drive project success.
• Prepare construction and development estimates, project budgets, and unit cost reports for MEP equipment and systems, ensuring financial accuracy and alignment with company goals.
• Organize and lead pre-award and pre-construction MEP meetings, ensuring thorough project planning and alignment with stakeholders.
• Participate in value engineering, negotiate project scopes of work and contracts, and ensure cost-effective solutions without compromising quality.
• Review plans and specifications for completeness and consistency, planning the successful execution of construction contracts.
• Oversee MEP subcontractor material and equipment procurement, buyout, and submittals, ensuring alignment with budgets and schedules.
• Monitor project sites for cost, safety, quality, and schedule performance, implementing robust quality and risk management plans.
• Support the overall project management team to negotiate MEP change orders, manage budget impacts, and review/approve monthly pay requests.
• Continuously track project costs, allowances, and contingencies using financial software, providing data-driven action plans for executive decision-making.
• Control project design and construction costs through document review and approval, coordinating with accounting for payments and lien releases.
• Collaborate closely with the commissioning team to ensure seamless coordination of vendors and contractors for successful customer turnover. Support the commissioning process, internal commissioning team, and external commissioning agent through MEP subcontractor management from L2 – L5…