Mechanical Project Manager

About Overwatch Mission Critical Overwatch is a service-disabled Veteran-owned small business (SDVOB) certified through the National Veterans Business Development Council (NVBDC), offering construction professional services, talent acquisition, and general contractor services for the mission-critical infrastructure industry. Our mission is the construction and management of state-of-the-art data centers with the precision and reliability this industry demands. From high-end engineers to seasoned professionals, we deploy the people you need to get your data center off the ground. At Overwatch, it's more than a job. It's a purpose.

Position Overview We are seeking a Mechanical Project Manager to support field verification, progress reporting, and construction oversight for a large-scale data center tenant fit-out project in Fargo, ND. This role will focus on mechanical systems supporting a high-density, liquid-cooled data center environment designed for advanced GPU computing workloads. The project currently includes eight data halls with planned future expansion. This position is ideal for a construction professional with strong mechanical field experience who can independently review drawings, monitor installation progress, identify risks, and provide accurate field reporting throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Verify construction progress for mechanical systems installations. • Conduct field observations and compare installed work to construction documents. • Review HVAC, piping, hydronic, cooling, and related mechanical systems installations. • Monitor schedule progress and identify installation or coordination risks. • Prepare project progress reports and maintain field documentation. • Collaborate with contractors and project stakeholders to support successful project delivery. • Support quality verification efforts for mission-critical infrastructure systems.

Required Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical construction, HVAC, piping, plumbing, hydronic systems, commissioning, or related disciplines. • Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and specifications. • Strong understanding of mechanical construction practices and sequencing. • Ability to work independently and proactively identify issues. • Strong communication and documentation skills. • Ability to work onsite in Fargo, ND.

Preferred Qualifications

• Data center or mission-critical construction experience. • Exposure to liquid cooling systems or similar advanced cooling infrastructure. • Experience in construction progress reporting and field verification. • Data center operations experience.