Commercial HVAC Mechanical Project Manager – Data Centers

About Carrier:

Carrier, global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, is committed to creating innovations that bring comfort, safety and sustainability to life. Through cutting-edge advancements in climate solutions such as temperature control, air quality and transportation, we improve lives, empower critical industries and ensure the safe transport of food, life-saving medicines and more. Since inventing modern air conditioning in 1902, we lead with purpose: enhancing the lives we live and the world we share. We continue to lead because of our world-class, inclusive workforce that puts the customer at the center of everything we do. For more information, visit or follow Carrier on social media at @Carrier.

About this role:

Carrier Commercial Service is seeking a highly skilled Project Manager to oversee commercial mechanical focused on data centers. This role is responsible for the startup, commissioning, and warranty management of Carrier air- and water-cooled chillers. The Project Manager will work closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, operations, commissioning authorities, general contractors, and subcontractors.

The job site is located in El Paso, Texas. However, travel from a nearby regional home location is acceptable—for example, San Antonio; Dallas; Albuquerque; etc. Please note that extensive travel, with several months spent on-site at the project jobsite, is required if the employee is not located in El Paso.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Execution & Management

• Lead startup, commissioning, and warranty processes for Carrier air- and water-cooled chillers in newly constructed data centers.
• Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, ensuring schedules and budgets are met.
• Track and review key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor project success.
• Conduct work in progress meetings with stakeholders, addressing design, material delivery, and labor schedules.
• Ensure all projects meet or exceed booked profit margin goals.
• Work with project coordination to order and track all chiller parts needing to be ordered for warranty execution.

Stakeholder & Customer Coordination

• Collaborate with sales, prime contractors, and end-users to fulfill project scope and deliverables.
• Serve as the primary liaison representing Carrier between the customer, commissioning authority (CxA), general contractor, and subcontractors, ensuring smooth communication and project progression.
• Provide professional, timely resolution for customer concerns, ensuring satisfaction with all aspects of project execution.

Technical Expertise & Compliance

• Interpret and apply mechanical, electrical, and architectural drawings to ensure compliance with design specifications.
• Ensure adherence to industry codes, standards, and project specifications.
• Working knowledge of Building Automation System (BAS) integration, ensuring proper controls functionality.
• Manage the change order process, preventing scope creep and maintaining project integrity.

Financial & Operational Oversight

• Accurately forecast monthly revenue by estimating project completion costs
• Manage project documentation, including warranty processing and factory-generated service information in collaboration with our Service Engineering team
• Maintain rigorous job safety standards across all projects.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• 7+ years of project management experience
• 5+ years in mechanical installation, building automation, electrical installation, or construction.
• 5+ years' experience with water- or air-cooled chillers
• 5+ years of Commercial HVAC expertise, including centrifugal chillers, CDU systems, and airside equipment.
• Travel Requirement: Up to 75%, with extended stays at data center job sites nationwide.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, structural drawings, and complex MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing) documents.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering OR a Master's/MBA.
• Data center industry experience with water- or air-cooled chillers.
• Commercial HVAC expertise, including centrifugal chillers, CDU systems, and airside equipment.
• PMP certification
• LEED certification or experience with BACnet.
• Strong ability to multi-task, prioritize, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Proven strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
• Strong ability to build rapport and trust with customers through active listening and effective solutions.

Additional Information

• Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.
• Travel Requirement: Up to 75%, with extended stays at data center job sites nationwide.
• Incentive eligible.

Benefits
Employees are eligible for benefits, including:

• Health Care benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision; wellness incentives
• Retirement benefits
• Time Off and Leave: Paid vacation days, up to 15 days; paid sick days, up to 5 days; paid personal leave, up to 5 days; paid holidays, up to 13 days; birth and adoption leave; parental leave; family and medical leave; bereavement leave; jury duty; military leave; purchased vacation
• Disability: Short-term and long-term disability
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment
• Tax-Advantaged Accounts: Health Savings