Technical Services Coordinator

Key Responsibilities 

Technical Oversight 

• Represent the owner’s interests in all MEP-related technical matters across design, procurement, construction, and commissioning  

• Ensure all MEP systems are delivered in accordance with contract requirements, project schedule, and performance criteria  

• Hold contractors, engineers, and vendors accountable for technical execution and system performance  

• Provide independent verification that installed systems align with approved design and operational intent  

Engineering Interface & Design Management 

• Act as the primary technical interface between design consultants and construction teams  

• Review and challenge engineering deliverables to ensure completeness, coordination, and constructability  

• Identify design gaps, inconsistencies, or risks and drive timely resolution with the appropriate stakeholders  

• Ensure design aligns with data center reliability requirements (e.g., N+1, 2N redundancy, maintainability)  

MEP Systems Oversight  

• Oversee execution and integration of mission-critical systems, including:  

• Electrical: Utility interconnection, switchgear, transformers, UPS systems, PDUs, backup generation  

• Mechanical: Chilled water systems, cooling towers, CRAH/CRAC units, pumps, heat rejection systems  

• Fuel & Plumbing Systems: Fuel oil systems, water treatment, drainage, and support infrastructure  

• Ensure proper system interfaces and sequencing to support energization and commissioning  

Construction Support & Issue Resolution 

• Provide technical support to the field to resolve complex MEP issues impacting installation and schedule  

• Monitor contractor execution for compliance with design, specifications, and best practices  

• Participate in site walks, technical reviews, and coordination meetings to proactively address issues  

• Drive timely resolution of RFIs, field changes, and technical deviations  

Procurement & Vendor Oversight 

• Review and approve vendor submittals, shop drawings, and technical documentation on behalf of the owner  

• Ensure procured equipment meets project specifications, performance requirements, and delivery timelines  

• Support expediting efforts by resolving technical issues impacting fabrication or delivery  

• Participate in factory acceptance tests (FATs) and inspections as required  

Commissioning & Turnover 

• Support development and oversight of commissioning plans and procedures  

• Ensure systems are installed and tested in accordance with commissioning and startup requirements  

• Coordinate with third-party commissioning agents to validate system readiness and performance  

• Ensure all systems meet operational and reliability requirements prior to turnover  

Schedule & Risk Management 

• Align MEP system delivery with project schedule milestones and critical path requirements  

• Identify technical risks to schedule, cost, or performance and implement mitigation strategies  

• Provide clear, accurate reporting to project leadership on system status, risks, and recovery plans  

Qualifications 

Experience 

• 7+ years of experience supporting MEP systems on data center projects (required)  

• Experience in an Owner’s Representative, EPC, or mission-critical construction environment  

• Proven track record supporting delivery of complex, fast-track data center builds  

• Experience with commissioning/startup of mission-critical systems strongly preferred  

Technical Expertise 

• Deep understanding of data center MEP infrastructure and system integration  

• Strong knowledge of redundancy strategies (N+1, 2N, concurrently maintainable systems)  

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and electrical one-line diagrams  

• Familiarity with applicable codes and standards (NEC, NFPA, ASHRAE, etc.)  

Skills 

• Strong technical problem-solving and decision-making capabilities  

• Ability to influence contractors and vendors without direct authority  

• Excellent communication skills across technical and non-technical stakeholders  

• Highly organized with ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced environments  

Key Competencies 

• Owner-focused mindset with strong accountability for results  

• High technical acumen with practical field execution knowledge  

• Ability to bridge engineering design with construction realities  

• Proactive, solutions-oriented approach to problem-solving  

• Strong leadership presence in high-pressure project environments