Data Center Project Manager (West Memphis, AR)

Project Manager / Senior Project Manager – Mechanical Construction (Data Center)Location: West Memphis, AREmployment Type: Full-Time | Direct HireWork Arrangement: 100% Onsite | Dedicated Project SiteOpenings: Multiple Positions AvailableCompensation:

• Project Manager: $100,000–$140,000 annually
• Senior Project Manager: $140,000–$180,000 annually

Travel/Living Allowance: $750 per week for eligible traveling candidates requiring temporary accommodationsRelocation: Relocation candidates welcomePosition OverviewWheeler Staffing Partners is seeking experienced Project Managers and Senior Project Managers – Mechanical Construction for multiple direct-hire opportunities supporting a major hyperscale data center development in West Memphis, AR.This opportunity involves a $10 billion data center campus spanning approximately 1,178 acres, featuring five large-scale data centers ranging from 170,000 to 186,000 square feet each.We are looking for hands-on construction leaders with extensive experience managing commercial HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical piping installations on large-scale commercial projects valued at $10 million or more. Candidates must have a strong mechanical construction background, preferably working for a mechanical subcontractor.Ideal candidates have progressed through the skilled trades into construction leadership positions, bringing practical field knowledge, strong project management skills, and the ability to successfully execute complex mechanical construction projects.Key Responsibilities

• Oversee mechanical construction projects, including commercial HVAC, plumbing, and piping installations, from planning through completion.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and overall project performance.
• Lead project kickoff meetings, coordination meetings, and regular jobsite progress reviews.
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety regulations, building codes, project specifications, and contractual requirements.
• Coordinate with field superintendents, foremen, subcontractors, vendors, and project stakeholders to maintain construction schedules.
• Review construction drawings, specifications, submittals, RFIs, and project documentation.
• Coordinate BIM activities, quality assurance, quality control, and mechanical system installations.
• Prepare and monitor project budgets, cost forecasts, change orders, and financial performance.
• Conduct monthly cost reviews to identify potential budget or scheduling issues and implement corrective actions.
• Manage vendor and subcontractor agreements, purchase orders, invoices, and material procurement.
• Oversee project billing, payment applications, accounts receivable, and accounts payable coordination.
• Coordinate inspections, permitting, equipment deliveries, and construction milestones.
• Maintain accurate project records, progress reports, and closeout documentation.
• Coordinate mechanical equipment startup, testing, commissioning, and final project turnover.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients, subcontractors, vendors, and internal project teams.

Required Qualifications

• Project Manager: Minimum 5 years of project management or mechanical construction experience.
• Senior Project Manager: Minimum 10 years of relevant mechanical construction and project management experience.
• Direct, hands-on experience with commercial HVAC systems, plumbing, and mechanical piping installations.
• Experience managing large commercial construction projects valued at $10 million or more.
• Strong background in mechanical construction, preferably with a commercial mechanical subcontractor.
• Demonstrated ability to manage project budgets, schedules, subcontractors, labor, and construction operations.
• Knowledge of mechanical construction methods, building codes, safety regulations, and quality standards.
• Experience reviewing construction drawings, specifications, submittals, and change orders.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent hands-on field experience in HVAC, plumbing, or mechanical construction.
• Ability to work 100% onsite in West Memphis, AR, for the duration of the assigned project.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting hyperscale data center construction or other large, mission-critical facilities.
• Previous experience managing complex, high-value mechanical construction projects.
• Career progression through skilled trades and field leadership roles, such as Plumber/HVAC Technician to Foreman, Superintendent, and Project Manager.
• Experience coordinating mechanical systems across large construction teams and multiple subcontractors.
• Familiarity with BIM coordination, project cost controls, commissioning, and construction closeout procedures.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Competitive Compensation: Earn $100,000–$180,000 annually, depending on position and experience.
• Major Data Center Development: Contribute to a $10 billion hyperscale data center campus.
• Travel Support: Eligible traveling candidates may receive a $750 weekly living allowance for temporary accommodations.
• Career Growth: Multiple openings at the Project Manager and Senior Project Manager levels.
• Dedicated Project Site: Work at one construction site rather than traveling between multiple project locations.

Why Work with Wheeler Staffing Partners?At Wheeler Staffing Partners, we connect experienced professionals with exceptional career opportunities at leading organizations nationwide. Our recruiting team provides personalized support throughout the hiring process, helping candidates find opportunities that align with their skills, experience, and long-term career goals.Apply Today!If you have a strong background in mechanical construction, commercial HVAC, plumbing, or piping and are ready to contribute to a major hyperscale data center project, we encourage you to apply.Wheeler Staffing Partners is actively seeking qualified Project Managers and Senior Project Managers for multiple openings in West Memphis, AR.