Project Manager

Project Manager, UAE – Professional Services About Coolit Systems Inc. Founded in Calgary, Alberta in 2001, CoolIT Systems is the leading Direct Liquid Cooling technology provider for data centers, supercomputers, and desktop computers. We design and manufacture solutions used by the largest tech companies globally. Recognized as one of “The Americas’ Fastest Growing Companies 2023” by Financial Times and honored with the Deloitte Fast 50 Clean Technology award in 2022, as well as the Deloitte Fast 500 distinction in both 2021 and 2022, CoolIT's rapid growth is capturing global attention. As demand for generative AI, high performance computing and cloud solutions rapidly expands, there has never been a more exciting time to join our team. Role WHAT YOU’LL DO: CoolIT Systems is a global leader in liquid cooling for data centers, seeking an experienced Project Manager based remotely in the UAE. In this role, you will lead end-to-end delivery of liquid cooling deployments—from enterprise IT to AI and high-performance systems—while working closely with customers, internal teams, and vendors. You’ll ensure projects are executed seamlessly from initiation to closeout, aligning with client requirements and business goals. Drawing on experience in sales, design, deployment, and maintenance, you will drive innovative solutions while managing risk, cost, and resources. Responsibilities • Project planning, execution and maintenance: Manage daily project tasks, coordinate with vendors, subcontractors, and stakeholders to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery. Also handle post-deployment maintenance for existing projects. • Design coordination and technical support: Independently design, validate and deliver solutions, ensuring that all project designs meet the required specifications and industry standards, and providing technical guidance to the team. • Resource management: Allocating resources such as ASP, materials, and equipment, and ensuring they are used efficiently. • Cost control: Managing the project budget, monitoring costs, and making adjustments as needed to avoid overruns. • Quality assurance and compliance: Ensuring that the project meets all regulatory, safety, and quality standards. • Client interaction: Working directly with clients to understand their needs and keep them informed of the project's progress. • Risk management: Take full ownership of identifying potential risks to the project (e.g., delays, cost overruns) and implementing strategies to mitigate them. Basic Qualifications WHO YOU ARE: • Bachelor’s degree in engineering (or equivalent experience) with 5 years of relevant project or program management in data center, cooling, or complex technical deployments. • Strong understanding of engineering principles and practical problem-solving. • Proven ability to manage complex projects and prioritize competing deliverables. • Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint). • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with shifting priorities. • Willingness to travel internationally up to 25%; valid passport and driver’s license required. Preferred Qualifications • Experience working on technical design for data centers and or liquid cooling systems. • Field engineering experience in a related discipline. Field engineering experience in a related discipline. • Knowledge in selling and deploying products in coordination with multiple internal and external stakeholders. • Understanding of P&ID drawings, 2D and 3D mechanical model design with ability to create, review and approve. • Ability to occasionally lift up to 23 kg. Skills • Technical Expertise: Strong technical knowledge of cooling systems, heat transfer concepts, and mechanical design. • Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills to convey complex technical concepts to peers and external customers. • Organization: Ability to manage multiple complex projects efficiently. • Collaboration: Capable of leading collaboration efforts with internal and external stakeholders. • Independence: Able to solve complex problems on their own and communicate risks while coming up with effective mitigation plans. WHY COOLIT? We strive to be an employer of choice and as such we believe in rewarding our employees with career and development opportunities that will maintain and strengthen our culture while aligning to our vision and values. We thank every candidate in advance, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful candidates for this position will be required to undergo background checks including criminal records check and education. Show more Show less

Bachelor’s degree in engineering (or equivalent experience) with 5 years of relevant project or program management in data center, cooling, or complex technical deployments. Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint). Willingness to travel internationally up to 25%; valid passport and driver’s license required. Preferred: experience on technical design for data centers or liquid cooling systems; field engineering experience; knowledge in selling and deploying products with multiple stakeholders; ability to understand P&ID drawings, 2D and 3D mechanical model design; ability to lift up to 23 kg.

Project planning, execution and maintenance: Manage daily project tasks, coordinate with vendors, subcontractors, and stakeholders to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery; post-deployment maintenance for existing projects. Design coordination and technical support: Independently design, validate and deliver solutions, ensuring designs meet specifications and standards, providing technical guidance. Resource management: Allocate resources (ASP, materials, equipment) and ensure efficient use. Cost control: Manage project budget and monitor costs to avoid overruns. Quality assurance and compliance: Ensure regulatory, safety, and quality standards. Client interaction: Communicate with clients about progress. Risk management: Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies.