Project Manager- Liquid Cooling

Job description

We are looking for an experienced MEP Project Manager to lead the design, execution, and commissioning of data center infrastructure, with a strong focus on liquid cooling systems and high-density deployments. This role requires deep expertise in Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems along with modern cooling technologies such as direct-to-chip and immersion cooling.

Key Responsibilities

• MEP Project Execution Lead end-to-end execution of data center MEP systems : HVAC (CRAC/CRAH, chillers) Electrical systems (UPS, transformers, DG) Plumbing & fire protection Manage installation, testing, and commissioning (ITC)
• Cooling Systems Leadership
• Manage design & deployment of: Liquid cooling (Direct-to-Chip, Rear Door Heat Exchangers) Immersion cooling systems Cooling Distribution Units (CDUs)
• Ensure integration with traditional air cooling systems
• Optimize for high rack densities (30–100+ kW per rack)
• Design Coordination Work with consultants and design teams on: Load calculations & heat load analysis Piping & hydraulic design Electrical load and redundancy (N+1, 2N) Review drawings, BOQs, and technical specifications
• Vendor & Contractor Management Manage MEP contractors, OEMs, and system integrators Coordinate with suppliers of: Chillers, pumps, CDUs Switchgear, UPS, busways Ensure adherence to timelines, quality, and safety

Commissioning & Handover Lead

• Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) Integrated Systems Testing (IST) Ensure systems meet Tier standards (I–IV) and uptime requirements
• Compliance & Standards Ensure compliance with: ASHRAE TC 9.9 guidelines Uptime Institute Tier Standards NFPA / local codes Maintain documentation and audit readiness
• Cost & Schedule Control Develop and track project schedules (MS Project / Primavera) Monitor CAPEX and OPEX for MEP systems Drive value engineering initiatives

Required Skills & Qualifications

Education Bachelor’s / Master’s in Mechanical Engineering Technical Expertise Strong experience in: Data center HVAC systems (CRAC/CRAH, chillers, cooling towers) Electrical infrastructure (UPS, DG, PDU)

Liquid cooling technologies Understanding of: Heat transfer & thermodynamics High-density rack cooling challenges Tools & Software AutoCAD / Revit (MEP) CFD tools (ANSYS Fluent, 6SigmaDC) MS Project / Primavera