Amentum

Mission Critical Construction Manager (MEP)

Amentum$130K — $145K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3-5 years of management experience in Mission Critical and Data Center construction
  • Proven track record of running crews in live datacenter environments
  • Strong understanding of safety and quality best practices
  • Ability to read and interpret construction and engineering diagrams
  • Hands-on experience with BMS and EPMS systems
  • Demonstrated problem-solving skills and attention to detail
  • Willingness to travel to various project sites

Responsibilities

  • Manage on-site crews involved in datacenter construction and upgrades
  • Coordinate efforts of internal and subcontractor teams on multi-disciplinary projects
  • Champion safety culture and maintain a safe working environment
  • Assist project management with planning, scheduling, and closeout processes
  • Provide technical support to trade partners and field crews during construction
  • Facilitate client communications and documentation coordination
  • Identify and suggest improvements for project processes

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Generous paid time off and holiday policies
  • Retirement benefits including 401(k) matching contributions
  • Support for educational advancement through reimbursement programs
  • Parental leave to support family growth
  • Opportunity to participate in employee stock purchase plan
  • Tax-saving options to optimize your income
  • Disability and life insurance for added peace of mind
  • Pet insurance options available.
Full Job Description
Mission Critical Construction Manager (MEP)

The Mission Critical Construction Manager is a Foreman/Superintendent role responsible for managing internal and subcontractor crews for datacenter construction and upgrade projects. Scopes vary from minor BMS/EPMS upgrade projects to major multidisciplinary scopes involving multiple subcontractors and trades. This position will be based onsite at various data centers.

Primary Responsibilities
  • Full time on-site beginning at 6AM
  • Coordinate and support internal and subcontractor teams on mission critical renovation/upgrade projects that include BMS, EPMS, mechanical, electrical, and structural scopes of work
  • Maintain safe working environment and champion our safety culture
  • Apply expertise to support project management teams with planning, schedule management, coordination, and closeout
  • Provide technical direction and support for Trade Partners and field crews in daily construction activities
  • Provide construction and schedule updates to project management team
  • Assist with coordination of client submittals, site logistics plans, and as-built documentation
  • Assist with coordination of RFIs and maintain log as required
  • Attend site visits with client and subcontractors
  • Coordinate with estimating and project team to support RFQs and bid submittals
  • Promote positive customer relationships
  • Coordinate site access and badging requests
  • Identify process bottlenecks and make recommendations for improvement


Requirements and Experience
  • 3-5 years or more of Mission Critical and Data Center construction field management experience. Experience working in live datacenters required.
  • Experience running crews in live datacenter environments required.
  • Thorough experience with construction, safety, and quality best practices
  • Understanding of electrical, mechanical, structural, architectural trades and industrial construction methods. Specific requirements include:
    • Ability to read and interpret a one-line diagram
    • Ability to interpret P&ID/BMS Controls diagrams
    • Ability to interpret electrical drawings and trace the flow of power
    • Ability to abide and understand simple and complex LOTO procedures and coach others on how to follow
  • OSHA30 Certificate preferred
  • Experience with BMS and EPMS systems construction, integration, and commissioning tasks
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a dynamic team environment with multiple stakeholders
  • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Solution orientated with solid problem-solving skills
  • Ability and willingness to travel to project sites
  • Ability to pass background check
  • Must be able to work for any US Employer without current or future visa sponsorship


Essential Functions: Intermittent sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting, and lifting to 20 pounds. Hand manipulation is required for grasping, pushing and pulling, and fine manipulation. Right and/or left hands utilized. Need to reach and/or work above the shoulder, as well as below the shoulder for same. Must be alert to equipment in the field, there will be travel, will work near construction job site equipment when in the field, occasional need to work near hazardous equipment and machinery, occasional need to walk on uneven ground, exposure to dust, gas or fumes, exposure to noise, extremes in temperature or humidity, and work at heights.

Compensation Details:
$130,000 - 145,000

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
  • Educational reimbursement
  • Parental leave
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Tax-saving options
  • Disability and life insurance
  • Pet insurance


Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:
03/20/2026 - Until Filled
Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

About Amentum

Amentum is a leading provider of engineering and technical services to the U.S. government and commercial customers worldwide. The company offers a wide range of services, including environmental remediation, facilities management, and logistics and supply chain management, among others. Amentum has a global presence, with operations in over 20 countries, and serves a diverse range of customers, including the Department of Defense, the Department of Energy, and the Department of State. The company is committed to providing high-quality services and has a strong reputation for technical expertise, innovation, and customer satisfaction.
Learn more about Amentum
Size
20,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$200 million
Founded
2014
Revenue
$5 billion

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