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\"There’s a real sense of ownership. Everyone wants to do quality work because it matters — to the company and to each other.\"

Project Manager

\"I’ve worked a lot of places, but Mid-City is different. You’re respected here, and leadership actually listens.\"

Position: Project Manager | Data Center Operations

Location: Westerville, OH

Job Id: 145

# of Openings: 1

Our people-first culture has earned us recognition as a five-time Top Workplace, but what really sets us apart is how much we invest in our team’s growth, well-being, and success. From day one, you’ll share in our ownership through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan, and enjoy benefits that make life easier and brighter-like 100% paid medical, dental and vision coverage for you and your family, a low-deductible PPO plan, automatic 401(k) contributions, generous PTO (including your birthday off!), and even an on-site fitness center to help you recharge. The modern, welcoming office here reflects the energy and innovation of the people inside it.

If you’re ready to join a team where your work matters, your ideas are valued, and your career can truly grow, we want to hear from you.

Here at Mid-City Electric, you’re not just joining a company, you’re joining a community that takes pride in building something bigger together. Collaboration, respect, and ownership are at the heart of everything we do (and yes, we’re 100% employee-owned!). Our people-first culture has earned us recognition as a five-time Top Workplace, but what really sets us apart is how much we invest in our team’s growth, well-being and success. From day one, you’ll share in our ownership through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan, and enjoy benefits that make life easier and brighter-like 100% paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family, a low-deductible PPO plan, automatic 401(k) contributions, generous PTO, your birthday off!, and even an on-site fitness center to help you recharge. The modern, welcoming office here reflects the energy and innovation of the people inside it.

Project Manager - Data Center Operations

The Project Manager - Data Center Operations, leads and manages post-construction and operational projects within hyperscale and enterprise data center environments. This role focuses on the planning, execution, and delivery of our post-construction(“Day 2”) activities, including capacity expansions, infrastructure upgrades, operational improvements, maintenance projects, and customer-driven modifications after initial facility commissioning.

What You Will Be Doing:

Lead commercial electrical and mission-critical infrastructure projects from inception through completion.
Manage Day 2 operational projects within active data center environments, including equipment replacements, infrastructure upgrades, maintenance activities, and system modifications.
Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, resource plans, and risk mitigation strategies.
Coordinate project activities with facility operations teams to minimize disruption to critical environments.
Serve as the primary point of contact for customers throughout project execution.
Conduct project kickoff meetings, progress reviews, operational planning meetings, and project closeout meetings.
Coordinate with general contractors, vendors, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure successful project delivery.
Manage maintenance windows, shutdowns, cutovers, and operational activities in accordance with client requirements.
Monitor project costs, labor utilization, subcontractor expenditures, and change orders.
Identify financial risks and opportunities for cost savings and operational efficiencies.
Ensure compliance with operational procedures including MOPs, SOPs, and EOPs where applicable.
Prepare project documentation including schedules, progress reports, change orders, forecasts, and closeout reports.
Collaborate with the Director of Safety to ensure field personnel have the appropriate training and resources to perform work safely.
Supervise and mentor Assistant Project Managers, and other assigned project team members as the team grows.
Lead efforts to continually improve project delivery processes, operational performance, and customer satisfaction.

Key Experience to Hit the Ground Running:

Minimum 5+ years of project management experience in mission-critical facilities, data centers, electrical construction, or facility operations.
Experience managing projects within active operational data center environments.
Strong understanding of electrical systems, critical infrastructure, facility operations, and mission-critical environments.
Demonstrated ability to manage project budgets, schedules, risks, and stakeholder expectations.
Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Project, and project management software platforms.

What Would Really Make You Shine:

Experience supporting hyperscale, colocation, or enterprise data center environments.
Knowledge of mission-critical operational procedures including MOPs, SOPs, and EOPs.
Electrical contracting or mission-critical construction experience.
LEED experience.
Experience with Accubid or similar estimating software.
Familiarity with commissioning, critical systems testing, and infrastructure lifecycle management.
Proven ability to build strong client relationships and drive repeat business opportunities.

What Would Earn You Continued Career Growth & Development:

Successfully managing multiple projects while maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction.
Consistently delivering projects on schedule and within budget.
Developing strong relationships with customers, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
Identifying and implementing process improvements that enhance project execution and operational efficiency.
Mentoring and developing Project Engineers, Coordinators, and future project leaders.
Supporting the growth of Mid-City Electric's data center and mission-critical services business.
Fostering teamwork to make the dream work!

Why Join Mid-City Electric?

100% paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for employees and their dependent family members
Medical is a traditional PPO plan with a low deductible of $300
$45,000 of free life insurance for all employees with the opportunity to purchase more coverage at low group rates
Short-and long-term disability plans
Flex spending accounts for medical and dependent care
Accident and critical illness plans available
15 days of PTO in the first year
Birthday as a paid day off
8 paid holidays
Automatic 401(k) contributions of 3% of salary, regardless of individual contribution, plus the opportunity for profit-sharing contributions
On-site fitness center and training
Employee Assistance Program
Financial and health wellness programming
Fantastic office with great amenities conveniently located in Westerville

100% Company Paid Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Company Paid Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Weekly 401k Contribution

Paid Holidays

Paid Birthday Day Off

Long-term & Short-term Disability

Learning & Development Program

Continuing Education Tuition Contributions

University of Cincinnati Tuition Discount

Employee Assistance Program

Weekly Pay

Wellness Program

Community Volunteer Involvement

Wellness Room

On-site Fitness Room

Equal Opportunity Employer

Mid-City Electric is committed to equal opportunity employment and providing a work environment free of all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment. To meet this goal, all qualified employees and prospective employees are recruited, selected, and trained without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, marital status, disability, national origin, veteran or military status, or any other legally protected status. All applicants are carefully screened and full consideration is given to their training, education, skills, experiences, growth potential, and previous work record.

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