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The Weitz Company · 2 days ago

Commissioning Manager I/II - Data Center (TRAVEL)

Kansas City, MO

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

5+ years exp

The Weitz Company is a full-service construction company seeking a Commissioning Manager I for their data center projects in Cedar Rapids, IA. The role involves managing the commissioning process, ensuring the correct installation and functionality of equipment and systems, and collaborating with various teams to meet project goals.

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Responsibilities

Manage assigned scope(s) of the commissioning process (level 1 - 5), to include development and execution of plans and schedules; coordinate efforts with contractors and project team members; write and negotiate subcontracts

Lead regular project meetings (i.e. commissioning, OAC); set project team expectations and coordinate trade partner schedules; provide updates and escalate potential risk areas to management

Manage the weekly work plan by providing project progress reports to management, to include scope, schedule and budget status

Ensure commissioning processes meet quality standards, schedule requirements and customer expectations

Conduct submittal and commissioning design, drawing and specification reviews

Develop start-up and test forms, functional test scripts and integrated systems test scripts; audit and approve execution

Manage project closeout process, to include turnover of operations and maintenance manual(s), model turnover and training of the level 5 process

Collaborate with project safety, engineering, quality control and other project teams and trade partners to review project schedule, commissioning scripts and identify and solution any schedule or cost barriers; escalate to management as necessary

Identify and troubleshoot system installation and operation issues; coordinate with stakeholders to determine a resolution; escalate to management as necessary

Review NETA and thermal imaging test documentation

Create and understand project energization and load banking plan

Lead level 3 testing on individual devices, including temperature and humidity sensors, damper actuators, differential pressure sensors, variable frequency drive (VFD), variable air volume (VAV) and energy conservation measures (ECM)

Assist third-party clients with level 4 functionality testing of electrical power management system (EPMS) and building management system (BMS) equipment on site

Create pre-commissioning equipment checklists to verify proper installation, system performance and compliance requirements in accordance with project plans and specifications

Perform integrated systems testing (IST) and handover phases without error

Manage dispute resolution among subcontractors, vendors, architects and owners, within delegated authority

Identify and propose value engineering and scope reduction opportunities

Mentor and create development goals for team members, including delegation of tasks/responsibilities for development

Qualification

Data center commissioningHVAC experienceElectrical testingProject managementNegotiation skillsMicrosoft Office SuiteProcoreJDEBluebeamScheduling softwareLEAN principlesOSHA certificationLeadership skillsProblem-solving skillsCommunication skillsDetail-orientedOrganizational skills

Required

A minimum of five (5) years of construction project management, mechanical and/or electrical experience is required, to include a minimum of three (3) years of HVAC, fire protection, control systems and/or electrical testing experience

Data center commissioning experience with hyper-scale clients

Proven history of leading others successfully and to teach, develop and mentor others

Excellent leadership skills with a desire to mentor, coach, and develop a team

Strong problem-solving, negotiation, analytical, and project management skills

Excellent verbal and written communication

Detail-oriented and highly organized

Strong negotiation skills

Strong technical understanding of electrical equipment/systems inspections, testing, and related commissioning activities

Candidate should have experience with Microsoft Office Suite, and have the ability to learn specific software

Solid systems experience with Procore, JDE, Bluebeam, and scheduling software

Preferred

A basic understanding of construction law, generally accepted business practices and LEAN principles experience is desirable

OSHA 10 or 30 preferred, or the willingness to obtain upon hire

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Rewarding Bonus Program

Comprehensive Benefits Package with Tax-Advantaged HSA and FSA offerings

Employer-Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Programs

Employer-Paid Life Insurance

Generous Paid Time Off Provisions

401K Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Fully Paid Parental Leave

Voluntary Products Including: Critical Illness Insurance and Accident Insurance

Corporate Wellness Program with Wellness Time Off and Rewards

Company

The Weitz Company

The Weitz Company, a subsidiary of Orascom Construction PLC, is a full-service construction company, general contractor, design-builder and construction manager with office locations throughout the United States.

Founded in 1855

Des Moines, Iowa, USA

1001-5000 employees