Newmark ltd
Job Description
Newmark Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: NMRK), together with its subsidiaries ("Newmark"), is a world leader in commercial real estate, seamlessly powering every phase of the property life cycle. Newmark's comprehensive suite of services and products is uniquely tailored to each client, from owners to occupiers, investors to founders, and startups to blue-chip companies. Combining the platform's global reach with market intelligence in both established and emerging property markets, Newmark provides superior service to clients across the industry spectrum. For the twelve months ended June 30, 2025, Newmark generated revenues of over $2.9 billion. As of June 30, 2025, Newmark and its business partners together operated from 165 offices with over 8,400 professionals across four continents. To learn more, visit nmrk.com or follow @newmark.
Job Summary
The Data Center Project Manager will oversee a range of new build-out projects in mission-critical data center environments and their associated infrastructure equipment. This position requires a strong background in managing mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems, Building Management Systems (BMS), Network Systems, Security and supporting utilities. The role will serve as the main coordinator and project liaison to clients, end users, maintenance and operations teams, contractors, subcontractors, engineers, and additional stakeholders as required for each project.
The Data Center Project Manager is considered the primary point of responsibility for project success. Activities include but are not limited to document control, project activity tracking, stakeholder communication, database management, ensuring that all goals are met in compliance with client procedures, schedules, and budgets. Candidates should possess hands-on knowledge of mission-critical systems supporting 24/7 operations and should be adept at maintaining high standards of uptime, resilience, and safety throughout the project lifecycle.
Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
WORKING CONDITIONS: Normal working conditions with the absence of disagreeable elements
NOTE: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
Newmark is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Newmark Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: NMRK), together with its subsidiaries ("Newmark"), is a world leader in commercial real estate, seamlessly powering every phase of the property life cycle. Newmark's comprehensive suite of services and products is uniquely tailored to each client, from owners to occupiers, investors to founders, and startups to blue-chip companies. Combining the platform's global reach with market intelligence in both established and emerging property markets, Newmark provides superior service to clients across the industry spectrum. For the twelve months ended June 30, 2025, Newmark generated revenues of over $2.9 billion. As of June 30, 2025, Newmark and its business partners together operated from 165 offices with over 8,400 professionals across four continents. To learn more, visit nmrk.com or follow @newmark.
Job Summary
The Data Center Project Manager will oversee a range of new build-out projects in mission-critical data center environments and their associated infrastructure equipment. This position requires a strong background in managing mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems, Building Management Systems (BMS), Network Systems, Security and supporting utilities. The role will serve as the main coordinator and project liaison to clients, end users, maintenance and operations teams, contractors, subcontractors, engineers, and additional stakeholders as required for each project.
The Data Center Project Manager is considered the primary point of responsibility for project success. Activities include but are not limited to document control, project activity tracking, stakeholder communication, database management, ensuring that all goals are met in compliance with client procedures, schedules, and budgets. Candidates should possess hands-on knowledge of mission-critical systems supporting 24/7 operations and should be adept at maintaining high standards of uptime, resilience, and safety throughout the project lifecycle.
Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
- Obtain a clear understanding of project goals and scope from the client, including high-level details, before project kick-off.
- Advise clients on realistic budgets, timelines, project planning, and delivery strategies.
- Lead and build successful project teams through all phases in accordance with the client's project process and procedures.
- Coordinate cross-functional teams, including MEP engineers, contractors, internal and external stakeholders, and consultants.
- Engage stakeholders to capture project requirements, define project scope, and establish timelines that support 24/7/365 reliability.
- Manage project financials, including approvals for initial, interim and final budgets, release of purchase orders, tracking of financial commitments, and timely invoice approvals.
- Prepare, update, and manage project budget cash flow forecasting monthly.
- Oversee the implementation, commissioning, and operations of critical MEP, HVAC, electrical, and mechanical systems, ensuring capacity, redundancy, and resilience.
- Lead utility coordination, including power distribution, shallow/deep utilities, water, wastewater, stormwater, telecom, and site development activities as they pertain to data center operations.
- Navigate and manage local permitting, compliance, and regulatory approvals for new build-outs and ongoing operations.
- Implement and document value engineering solutions to improve schedules, processes, or outcomes without increased cost.
- Maintain a documentation and filing system tracking all project activities per client's process and procedures; document and disseminate lessons learned.
- Direct site meetings, including Owner-Architect-Contractor (OAC) meetings, site walkthroughs, and closeout procedures, ensuring a high level of quality and completeness.
- Manage project closeout by obtaining O&M manuals, as-built drawings, and facilitating turnover to operations and necessary administrative teams.
- Champion safety standards, sustainability initiatives, and quality assurance/quality control processes throughout each project phase.
- Vendor management, including reviewing bids, negotiating contracts, and monitoring vendor performance to meet project objectives.
- Obtain and maintain client trust and foster strong relationships through clear, consistent communication and reliable project delivery.
- Other related duties as assigned.
- Bachelor's degree in Construction, Engineering, Architecture, or related technical field (Master's a plus). In lieu of a degree, 10+ years of relevant experience considered.
- Minimum 7 years' project management experience in data centers, hospitals, or other mission-critical environments.
- Strong knowledge of MEP systems, power distribution, HVAC, and utility coordination.
- Proven record managing complex, fast-track infrastructure projects.
- Experience in budgeting, financial controls, and project documentation.
- Familiarity with permitting, regulatory codes, and compliance standards.
- Relevant certifications (PE, LEED AP, PMP, Uptime Institute) preferred.
- Proficient in project management software (MS Project, Procore), BMS, and CMMS.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
- Detail-oriented and analytical, with strong risk and schedule management capability.
WORKING CONDITIONS: Normal working conditions with the absence of disagreeable elements
NOTE: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
Newmark is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.