MEP Engineering Manager - Hyperscale Data Center (Mechanical Systems)

Requisition ID: 181245 Job Level: Senior Level Home District/Group: Kiewit Industrial & Water Engineering Department: Design Engineering Market: Industrial Employment Type: Full Time Position Overview Kiewit Industrial & Water Engineering (KIWE) is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead mechanical system design and third-party engineering coordination on hyperscale data center campuses (1GW+). This role is ideal for a client-facing leader with both engineering and project management experience, capable of guiding projects from early schematic design through execution. You will serve as a key interface between Kiewit, clients, and external engineering partners—ensuring mechanical systems are designed, coordinated, and delivered to meet the scale, reliability, and performance demands of mission-critical infrastructure. The focus of this role is on MEP systems, with heavy emphasis on: - Chilled water systems - Cooling plants and cooling water infrastructure - HVAC systems and air-side design - Large-scale piping systems - Building Automation BMS and EPMS You will play a critical role in shaping solutions for some of the most complex AI and hyperscale data center developments in North America, operating at gigawatt-scale capacity. Why Kiewit - Work directly with clients during early design and solutioning phases—not just execution - Lead delivery on 1GW+ hyperscale campuses supporting AI and cloud infrastructure - Be part of an integrated EPC model that brings engineering and construction together - Join an employee-owned company where you have true ownership in outcomes - Collaborate with industry leaders across power, industrial, and mission-critical markets At Kiewit, you won’t just review designs—you’ll help define them, influence strategy, and deliver infrastructure at a scale few organizations can match. District Overview Kiewit Engineering Group, Inc. is a full-service engineering organization serving the infrastructure, energy, and industrial markets. With over 3,700 engineers and design professionals, we deliver construction-driven engineering rooted in safety, constructability, and execution excellence. Our Industrial & Water Engineering group supports projects across: - Data Centers & Mission Critical Facilities - Advanced Manufacturing (Semiconductor, Battery, etc.) - Energy & Power Infrastructure - Industrial Water & Process Facilities We specialize in EPC and design-build delivery, allowing our teams to influence projects from concept through completion. Location This role offers flexibility in location with a preference for candidates based in or near: - Lenexa, KS - Lone Tree, CO - Dallas, TX - Houston, TX Candidates must be open to traveling to project sites across North America to support client engagement and project execution. Responsibilities - Serve as Engineering Manager for mechanical systems on hyperscale data center projects - Lead coordination and oversight of third-party engineering firms delivering MEP designs - Partner with clients during early schematic and concept design phases to develop solution-driven system approaches - Manage and influence design for chilled water plants, cooling systems, HVAC, and piping infrastructure - Ensure designs meet performance, reliability (N+1 / 2N), scalability, and constructability requirements - Provide technical guidance and oversight to internal and external engineering teams - Collaborate with project management, construction, and estimating teams to align design with execution strategy and cost targets - Review designs, specifications, and submittals to ensure quality and compliance with project requirements - Support vendor and equipment selection for major mechanical systems - Communicate effectively with clients, stakeholders, and internal leadership teams - Drive continuous improvement, innovation, and value Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering or related discipline - 10–15+ years of experience in engineering, design, or project delivery - Minimum 3+ years of experience in data center or mission-critical projects - Experience supporting hyperscale (100MW–1GW+) data center campuses strongly preferred - Background in client-side, owner’s rep, or consulting engineering roles highly valued Strong expertise in: - Chilled water systems - Cooling plants / cooling towers - HVAC design and air-side systems - Piping systems for large-scale facilities - Building Automation BMS and EPMS - Experience managing or coordinating third-party engineering firms and design teams - Strong understanding of MEP systems in high-reliability environments - Ability to influence design decisions during early project phases (schematic/design development) - Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and communicate at all levels - Strong commercial awareness and understanding of cost, constructability, and schedule impacts - PE license is a plus Ideal Backgrounds - Candidates may come from roles such as: - Engineering Manager - Project Engineer / Senior Project Engineer - Project Manager (MEP / Mission Critical) - Owner’s Representative (Data Center / Industrial) - Experience with firms such as consulting A/E firms, design-build contractors, or client-side organizations is highly relevant. #LI-KS23