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The Role
Manage end-to-end planning, procurement, installation, commissioning, and closeout of ML/AI infrastructure in data centers. Coordinate vendors, track procurement and schedules, mitigate risks, control budgets, manage change orders/RFIs, and ensure safety, quality, and stakeholder communication for high-density compute deployments.
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About Overwatch Mission Critical
Overwatch is a service-disabled Veteran-owned small business (SDVOB) certified through the national veterans business development council (NVBDC), offering construction professional services, talent acquisition, and general contractor for the mission-critical infrastructure industry. Our mission is the construction and management of state-of-the-art data centers with the precision and reliability this industry demands. From high-end engineers to seasoned professionals, we deploy the people you need to get your data center off the ground. At Overwatch, it's more than a job. It's purpose.
Overview
The Machine Learning (ML) Project Manager will be responsible for overseeing the planning, procurement, delivery, installation, coordination, and scheduling of mission-critical infrastructure supporting ML and AI deployments within data center environments. This role will serve as the primary point of contact between clients, vendors, contractors, and internal stakeholders to ensure the successful execution of projects involving high-density compute and supporting mechanical and electrical infrastructure.
This role is ideal for a Project Manager with a strong mission-critical background who can successfully coordinate procurement, installation, and scheduling activities associated with advanced AI and machine learning infrastructure deployments.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage all phases of project execution from planning through closeout for machine learning and AI infrastructure deployments.
- Coordinate material procurement, tracking, expediting, and delivery schedules to ensure alignment with project milestones.
Oversee the installation, commissioning, and turnover of mission-critical equipment including:
- In-row cooling systems
- Cooling racks and associated mechanical equipment
- UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) systems
- ATS (Automatic Transfer Switches)
- Chilled water and refrigerant piping systems
- Drip pans and condensate management systems
- Building Management System (BMS) and environmental controls
- Electrical distribution and supporting infrastructure
- Develop and maintain detailed project schedules while identifying and mitigating schedule risks.
- Collaborate with engineering, construction, operations, and commissioning teams to ensure project objectives are achieved safely, on time, and within budget.
- Track procurement status, lead times, logistics, and delivery schedules for critical equipment and materials.
- Facilitate coordination meetings with clients, vendors, contractors, and field teams.
- Manage change orders, RFIs, project documentation, and status reporting.
- Monitor project budgets and support cost-control initiatives throughout execution.
- Ensure compliance with all safety, quality, and operational requirements.
- Provide regular project updates to leadership and stakeholders, including schedule performance, procurement status, and risk assessments.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or related field preferred.
- 5+ years of experience managing mission-critical, data center, industrial, mechanical, or electrical construction projects.
- Demonstrated experience managing equipment procurement and logistics for large-scale infrastructure projects.
- Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems within data center environments.
- Experience managing project schedules using Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or similar scheduling tools.
- Proven ability to coordinate multiple vendors and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting AI, machine learning, high-performance computing (HPC), or hyperscale data center deployments.
- Knowledge of liquid cooling, high-density cooling solutions, and advanced thermal management systems.
- PMP certification or equivalent project management credentials.
- Familiarity with commissioning and startup processes for mission-critical facilities.
Success Metrics
- On-time procurement and delivery of critical equipment.
- Achievement of project milestones and schedule commitments.
- Successful installation and commissioning of ML infrastructure.
- Effective management of project budgets and change control.
- High client satisfaction and stakeholder engagement.
Required Training
- Works w/design and field team.
Required Experience
- Seasoned Mechanical field engineer.
Data Center Years Experience
- 10 Years
Driver’s License Requirement:
For roles that require on-site presence or travel between work locations as an essential function of the position, candidates must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license appropriate for the role and be eligible to operate a motor vehicle in accordance with applicable laws.
Communication Skills:
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in a professional work environment, including preparing written reports and documentation, conveying information clearly to team members, clients, and stakeholders, and responding appropriately to verbal and written communications related to job duties.
Physical Requirements and Work Environment
This position operates primarily in an active data center construction environment, encompassing both indoor and outdoor work settings. The role requires the physical ability to perform essential job functions safely and effectively in a dynamic environment that includes ongoing construction activity and evolving site conditions.
The work environment includes areas and temporary structures owned, leased, or controlled by third parties over which Overwatch may have limited or no control. Because the project remains under construction, certain areas of the site — including access routes, staging zones, and temporary structures — may not yet be fully ADA-compliant until construction is complete or those third-party areas are finalized.
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to walk, stand, stoop, twist, bend, and climb stairs or ladders for extended periods while navigating uneven, unpaved, or obstructed terrain.
- Must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis.
- Must be able to drive between job sites and access all areas of an active construction zone, including raised platforms, scaffolding, and confined spaces.
- Must be able to tolerate exposure to outdoor weather conditions, dust, and construction-related noise, vibrations, and odors.
- Must be able to communicate effectively with contractors, engineers, and site personnel, and maintain situational awareness in high-activity environments.
- Personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hats, safety vests, hearing protection, and steel-toe boots, is required.
- Must have sufficient visual acuity to read drawings, specifications, and safety signage, and to observe site activity.
Work Environment:
Work is performed primarily in and around active construction areas, which may include unfinished buildings, temporary field offices, staging areas, and partially completed infrastructure. These locations may contain uneven surfaces, limited accessibility, and other conditions typical of construction projects prior to final completion. Overwatch does not control and cannot modify accessibility conditions within areas, facilities, or temporary structures owned or managed by third parties.
Reasonable Accommodation:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position, provided such accommodations do not create safety hazards, impede essential mobility within active work zones, or require modification of facilities not owned or controlled by Overwatch.
Benefits:
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid time off. Relocation assistance is available to support candidates transitioning to the location.
OVERWATCH is committed to creating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. OVERWATCH considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
Skills Required
- 5+ years managing mission-critical, data center, industrial, mechanical, or electrical construction projects.
- Demonstrated experience managing equipment procurement and logistics for large-scale infrastructure projects.
- Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems within data center environments.
- Experience managing project schedules using Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or similar scheduling tools.
- Proven ability to coordinate multiple vendors and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Seasoned mechanical field engineer experience.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to drive between job sites.
- Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds and navigate active construction sites.
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or related field.
- Experience supporting AI, machine learning, high-performance computing (HPC), or hyperscale data center deployments.
- Knowledge of liquid cooling, high-density cooling solutions, and advanced thermal management systems.
- PMP certification or equivalent project management credentials.
- Familiarity with commissioning and startup processes for mission-critical facilities.
- 10 years data center experience (listed under Data Center Years Experience).
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The Company
What We Do
The fifth industrial revolution is here, and it runs on data centers and the skilled labor who build and sustain them. Behind every AI breakthrough, cloud platform, and digital connection is a data center, and behind every data center are the people who build, commission, and operate them. By bringing blue-collar jobs back to the front lines of innovation, Overwatch(SDVOSB) is proving that the future of technology depends on human expertise as much as it does on machines. Your mission-critical journey starts and scales with us. We deliver end-to-end solutions for the data center lifecycle, design, build, staffing, and sustainment, powered by a workforce you can trust.
