Data Centre Project Manager

We are seeking a Salesforce Lightning Developer to work full-time with Morgan Stanley as a Prime Vendor. Job Title: Data Centre Project Manager Client Location: Somerset, NJ Required local candidates from NJ or NY or CT. Onsite Role 12+ Months Contract Rate - $49/hr on W2 Accepted visa- USC, GC, H4 EAD, GC EAD Interview - 3 rounds of interview - (first round will be Ai interview and second and third ill be Zoom with Hiring manager) Key Responsibilities • Serve as primary project lead for all assigned mechanical, electrical, and critical-infrastructure CAPEX initiatives. • Develop and maintain project scope documents, schedules, budgets, risk registers, status reporting, and financial updates for stakeholders. • Execute procurement activities including RFP development, bid evaluation, vendor selection, and contract negotiation. • Coordinate with internal engineering, data center operations, MEP consultants, and third-party service providers to ensure alignment with EDC standards and governance. • Oversee installation, testing, and commissioning activities for HVAC, UPS, generators, PDUs, controls, fire/life safety systems, and other mechanical/electrical components. • Manage project CAPEX budget and assist with vendor payment generation as required. • Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements, safety protocols, and industry standards, including support for SLA/KPI commitments. • Maintain project documentation, status tracking, change-management processes, and required meeting cadence. • Support sustainability and certification goals (LEED, WELL, WiredScore, SmartScore) through project design and execution on a per project basis. • Partner with data center operations teams to ensure seamless handover into steady-state operations. Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field preferred. • 5–10+ years of experience managing MEP or mission-critical construction projects within data centers or a similar environment required. • Experience with financial firms is preferred as it relates to the critical nature of refreshing equipment in a live financial data center environment is preferred. • This is a MEP role and not telecom or application/software development. • Strong knowledge of critical facility systems including HVAC, UPS, generators, PDUs, controls, and commissioning processes. • Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage vendors, and oversee large-scale project budgets. • Strong communication skills with the ability to manage stakeholder expectations and produce accurate documentation. • Ability to work in dynamic, fast-paced environments while maintaining safety, quality, and governance standards. Email Id: [Upgrade to PRO to see contact] Venky Gundlapally NagaKumar JV