Owner Rep - MEP Superintendent - Data Centers

South Bend, Indiana Permanent USD140,000 - USD160,000 per year View Job Description
We are seeking a Traveling MEP Data Center Superintendent with specialized experience in Liquid Cooling systems for hyperscale data center projects. This is a direct-hire role offering long-term project stability and career growth, starting with an 18-24 month assignment in South Bend, Indiana.
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About Our Client

Our client is a dynamic project management firm specializing in mission-critical environments, including data centers, nationally and internationally. With over five years of successful collaboration with major hyperscale providers, they offer a flexible, growth-oriented culture that prioritizes employee development and long-term career progression.

Job Description

As a Traveling MEP Data Center Superintendent, you will oversee all mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) activities for hyperscale data center construction projects, with a strong emphasis on Liquid Cooling systems. You will manage field operations, coordinate trades, ensure compliance with safety and quality standards, and drive project schedules to meet critical milestones. This role requires extensive technical expertise in mission-critical environments and hands-on leadership in the field.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

Experience: Minimum 5 years as an MEP Superintendent on hyperscale data center projects.

Specialization: Proven hands-on experience with Liquid Cooling systems in data centers.

Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of electrical distribution, cooling systems (CRAH, CRAC, chillers, liquid cooling), fire protection, plumbing, BMS/EPMS, and commissioning processes (CxA L1-L5).

Preferred: Previous project experience and familiarity with high-density computing environments.

Leadership: Demonstrated ability to manage large-scale installations and coordinate multiple trades effectively.

What's on Offer

Salary: $160k+, based on experience

Bonus: Average 7-10% of base salary.

Paid Time Off: 3 weeks PTO, 80 hours sick leave, plus federal holidays.

Insurance: Health (75% employer-paid), dental & vision (100% for employee), short/long-term disability, AD&D, and life insurance fully covered for employee.

Retirement: Simple IRA with up to 3% employer match.

Extras: $50 monthly cell phone reimbursement, weekly per diem ($178/day), and bonus eligibility.

Contact
Patrick Stafstrom
Quote job ref
JN-122025-6903436

Job summary

Sector
Construction
Sub Sector
Site Manager
Industry
Property
Location
South Bend
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Patrick Stafstrom
Job Reference
JN-122025-6903436