JLL · 2 days ago
Commissioning Project Manager (Data Centers)
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$150K/yr - $190K/yr
7+ years expJLL is seeking a seasoned Commissioning Project Manager to join their Data Center and Mission Critical Commissioning group. This role will manage commissioning projects primarily in the New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut areas, ensuring all facets of commissioning are executed effectively and efficiently.
CommercialReal Estate
Responsibilities
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
Willingness to travel overnight up to 50% to client sites across the USA and Canada. Travel durations typically do not exceed two week durations
Qualification
Required
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
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
Driving between project sites as needed
Preferred
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
Experience working in a consultancy or owner organization is an asset
Company
JLL
We’re a leading professional services firm that specializes in real estate and investment management.
10001+ employees
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