Commissioning Project Manager (Data Centers)

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Data Center Commissioning Project Manager
Location: Palisades NY or NY Metro
Responsible for carrying out the following duties specific to your position:

• Have strong fluency with the commissioning processes and deliverables covered in ASHRAE commissioning requirements and guidelines.
• Expertise in electrical and/or mechanical equipment/systems installation (means & methods), system startup and pre-functional inspections, acceptance testing and associated commissioning activities.
• Work directly with General Contractors, sub-contractors, inspectors, AHJs, Engineer of Record, and others involved with the project execution for small, medium and large critical facility construction and commissioning projects.
• Monitor, review, and execute all facets of Commissioning related projects by providing exceptional technical and project management services. In addition, the candidate will be expected to demonstrate strong management and technical functions throughout the design, pre-construction, construction, and post-construction phases of projects.
• Liaise with team members, outside consultants and contractors to lead cross functional teams on data center or mission critical commissioning projects.
• Protect JLL's contractual position and ensure our work meets contracted requirements.
• Develop or manage the development of Commissioning Plans and Commissioning Specifications.
• Develop, publish and manage the project commissioning plan from design phase through project completion.
• Manage project commissioning activities, including:
  • Develop project proposals in response to client RFPs
  • Identify required team makeup for the project(s)
  • Develop and manage project budgets and financials
  • Manage the development, review and approval of assigned L1-L5 commissioning test scripts and procedures
  • Act as main point of contact with client throughout project duration
  • Provide day-to-day directions to assigned team members
  • Act as JLL point of escalation throughout project duration
• Manage and perform Commissioning Design Drawing, Specification and Submittal Reviews.
• Schedule, lead and document project commissioning meetings.
• Possess detailed understanding of how to develop and execute seasonal/performance tests.
• Write or manage development of detailed standard operating procedures (SOPs) and Methods-of-Procedures (MOPs).
• Develop and compile project documentation into site/project specific Systems Manuals.
• Strong proficiency in use of QA/QC and Cx software applications such as BIM360, CxAlloy, Facility Grid, and other related QA/QC and Cx applications.
• Ability to develop/review/evaluate vendor training programs for installed equipment and systems.
• Lead all of the project documentation requirements within scope of services for a given project. Accountable for the preparation, review, and issuance of same, and though these tasks may be delegated, there may/will be the need to personally prepare them to meet the required timelines.
• Lead team members in the performance of, and where necessary, self perform, front to back, all the field activity components. This includes scheduling and coordinating JLL and project team members accordingly, ensuring our requirements are fulfilled by the contractor and relevant sub-trades, and maximizing efficiency/productivity of our staff.

Additional Expectations

• Willingness to travel overnight up to 50% to client sites across the USA and Canada. Travel durations typically do not exceed two week durations.
• Ideally candidate is home based out of our Palisades, NY office

Qualifications

• A minimum of 7 years of relevant mechanical or electrical engineering and/or field-testing experience with minimum of 5 years in providing building commissioning and/or construction QA/QC field services for data centers
• An ABET accredited engineering or technology degree is preferred or equivalent industry experience.
• Ideally candidate will possess a Commissioning Professional certification from a recognized industry authority
• Prof Eng/PE or PMP designation is considered an asset but not required
• Knowledge and experience in testing Utility transformers, UPS systems, Generators and associated automated paralleling switchgear, ATSs and STSs, Fuel Oil systems, PDUs, EPMS, BMS, Chillers, CRAHs, CRACs, AHUs.
• Strong data management skills
• Strong team leadership skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in MS Project, Word, and Excel
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate and organize multiple project schedule inputs/performance data into a master schedule platform and deliver project/program status reports as required.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and report against contractor (and other third party) schedule updates
• Experience working in a consultancy or owner organization is an asset

Estimated compensation for this position:
175,000.00 - 210,000.00 USD per year
This range is an estimate and actual compensation may differ. Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.
Location:
On-site -New York, NY, Orangeburg, NY
If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet all the requirements. We're interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!
Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:
JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health. Some of these benefits may include:

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

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