Senior Manager - Projects

Position Over view:

The Senior Manager – Chiller Plant is responsible for overseeing the design, installation, commissioning, operation, and maintenance of chiller plants critical to data center cooling infrastructure. This role requires strong technical expertise in HVAC and mechanical systems, leadership capabilities to manage cross-functional teams, and experience ensuring optimal chiller plant performance to meet the stringent cooling demands of modern data centers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage all aspects of chiller plant projects for data center execution, including planning, design, installation, testing, and commissioning.
• Ensure the efficient operation and maintenance of chiller plants to achieve high reliability, energy efficiency, and compliance with industry standards.
• Coordinate with engineering, construction, and operations teams to deliver chiller plant systems on time and within budget.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs and troubleshoot complex mechanical and control issues.
• Monitor chiller plant performance metrics and optimize system parameters for maximum uptime and efficiency.
• Manage vendor relationships, including equipment suppliers and service contractors, ensuring adherence to quality and contractual obligations.
• Lead root cause analysis of chiller plant failures and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards related to mechanical systems.
• Prepare and manage budgets, reports, and documentation related to chiller plant operations.
• Provide technical training and mentorship to junior engineers and technicians.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and adopt emerging technologies to enhance chiller plant performance.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, HVAC Engineering, or related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 15+ years of experience in HVAC/chiller plant design, installation, and operations, preferably in data center or industrial environments.
• Proven experience managing large-scale chiller plant projects.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, chilled water plant design, variable speed drives, cooling towers, pumps, and associated controls.
• Familiarity with Building Management Systems (BMS) and automation controls.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure in fast-paced environments.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CEM, PMP) are a plus.

Working Conditions:

• Based at data center facilities with occasional travel to project sites.
• Work involves interaction with multiple teams, vendors, and contractors.