Project Manager - Data Center Cooling Systems

Project Manager (Data Center: Cooling Systems)

Position Level: Project Manager / Sr. Project Manager / AGM Projects

Function: Project Management

Reports To: Project Head

Role Purpose:

To independently manage and deliver Data Center infrastructure projects involving CDU, CRAC, RDHX, Chilled Water/ DX Cooling, Precision cooling units, Secondary fluid piping network and associated electromechanical works. The role will ensure on-time delivery, budget adherence, risk management, Change Management, Stakeholders Management, documentation, and integration with Service team for after-sales deliverables.

Core Responsibilities:

A. Project Planning & Execution:

- Own the complete project lifecycle from project award to handover.

- Prepare detailed project plans, work breakdown structures (WBS), risk assessment, and mitigation plans.

- Develop and track procurement plans, resource allocation, and installation schedules.

- Coordinate with Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, HVAC, Fire, BMS, and IT teams for integrated execution.

- Review engineering drawings (SLD, GA, Layouts, P&IDs) and ensure compliance with specifications.

B. Cooling System Delivery:

- Lead installation, testing, and commissioning of switchgear, and all cooling equipment (CRAC/CRAH, Chillers, CDU, pumps & Secondary piping).

- Validate BOQs, method statements, quality benchmarks, and site readiness.

- Manage vendor engineers, subcontractors, and installation partners for smooth execution.

C. Procurement, Vendor & Logistics Management:

- Prepare procurement specifications and coordinate with SCM for order placement.

- Track shipment timelines, import documentation (if applicable), logistics, and delivery to site.

- Evaluate vendor performance on quality, delivery, and responsiveness.

D. Financial Management:

- Drive budget control, cost tracking, billing milestones, cash flow planning, and project P&L adherence.

- Prepare variation claims, change orders, and customer approvals where required.

E. Collaboration with Service Business:

- Consolidate Service team manpower, material, and cost inputs for service opportunities.

- Provide execution support for retrofits, warranty, and after-sales installations.

- Coordinate handovers to service teams with complete system documentation.

F. Customer & Stakeholder Management:

- Conduct Kick-Off, review meetings, weekly/ monthly progress updates.

- Ensure proactive communication with customers, consultants, OEMs, and internal stakeholders.

- Manage escalations promptly and ensure customer satisfaction across project phases.

G. Compliance, Safety & Documentation:

- Ensure adherence to EHS, quality control, audit requirements, and regulatory standards.

- Maintain project documentation:

1. WBS, project plans, schedules

2. Technical drawings & approvals

3. MS, MSRA, MOS, inspection checklists

4. FAT/SAT/commissioning reports

5. Final handover dossier

Functional Competencies:

- Expertise in UPS power systems, batteries, LV panels, PDUs, and cooling systems.

- Strong MEP project execution knowledge.

- Good understanding of civil interfacing for data centers.

- Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.

- Knowledge of MS Project / Primavera.

Behavioral Competencies:

- Ownership & accountability

- Strong stakeholder alignment

- Structured communication

- Problem-solving & risk anticipation

- Team coordination skills

Qualification & Experience:

- B. Tech/B.E. in Electrical/Mechanical.

- 8 - 15 years in MEP/Power/HVAC project management.

- PMP, Prince2, CDCP or other DC certifications preferred.