Summary
Emircom is hiring a Project Manager, Data Center, for a role based in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The role manages data center projects from construction through testing, commissioning, and handover, coordinating MEP works and project teams while monitoring quality, safety, cost, schedule, and risks. Applicants need 7–10 years of MEP project experience, including at least 3 years in data center or mission-critical projects, a mechanical or electrical engineering degree, and a mandatory PMP or equivalent certification. Knowledge of Primavera P6 or MS Project and a UAE driving license are required; immediate availability is preferred.
The posting
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Project Manager – Data Center
Location: UAE
Experience: 7–10 years, including minimum 3 years in Data Center /
Mission Critical projects
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Overview
We are looking for an experienced Project Manager – Data Center to manage the
execution, coordination, testing,commissioning, and handover of Data Center
projects. The candidate should have strong experience inMEP systems,
particularly electrical and mechanical
systems, with a good understanding of civil and architectural works.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage Data Center projects from construction through testing,
commissioning, and handover.
- Plan and monitor project schedule,manpower, resources, and progress.
- Coordinate with clients,consultants, contractors, subcontractors,
vendors, and operations teams.
- Manage MEP installation and ensure works are completed as per
approved drawings and specifications.
- Monitor project quality, safety, cost, and schedule.
- Identify project risks and coordinate timely solutions.
- Lead project, technical, and coordination meetings.
- Manage testing, commissioning, and Integrated Systems Testing (IST).
- Coordinate with OEMs and commissioning teams.
- Support Uptime / Tier certification activities.
- Coordinate MEP works with civil, structural, and architectural
activities.
Technical Knowledge
Electrical Systems
- MV/LV systems and switchgear
- UPS and battery systems
- ATS/STS / PDU, RPP and busway/busbar
- Generators
- Earthing and lightning protection
- BMS / EPMS
- Critical power systems and N+1 / 2N redundancy
Mechanical Systems
- Chillers and chilled-water systems
- CRAH / CRAC and In-Row cooling
- Pumps and cooling towers
- AHU and ventilation systems
- Fire-fighting and fire suppression
- BMS and mechanical controls
Experience
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering.
- PMP or equivalent project management certification is mandatory.
- 7–10 years of overall MEP project experience.
- Minimum 3 years of Data Center / Mission Critical experience.
- Knowledge of Tier III / Tier IV Data Centers
- Experience managing MEP contractors, subcontractors, and vendors.
- Experience in testing, commisioning, IST, and project handover.
- Good knowledge of MS Project / Primavera P6.
- Good communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to manage fast-track projects and tight deadlines.
- Knowledge of Uptime, NFPA, ASHRAE and IEC standards is an advantage.
- UAE Driving License is mandatory.
- Immediate availability is preferred