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Work Wise Talent · 18 hours ago

Commissioning Electrical Engineer

Buffalo, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$100K/yr - $145K/yr

10+ years exp

Work Wise Talent is a national colocation data center company with a new data center site in the Buffalo, NY area. They are seeking a Commissioning Electrical Engineer to manage MEP system quality and compliance throughout the project lifecycle, collaborating with design, construction, and operations teams to ensure successful project delivery.

Staffing & Recruiting

Hiring Manager

Alexandra Grandes Poor

Responsibilities

Participate in the selection of qualified testing firms to provide commissioning and quality services in accordance with established standards

Ensure completion of all activities outlined in Quality and Commissioning specifications by responsible parties

Facilitate Commissioning Kick-off meetings with the Commissioning Provider, including initial project team orientation on commissioning requirements

Actively participate in the development and review of project designs

Provide consolidated updates through the commissioning progress tracker for all campus buildings

Support preconstruction efforts to align design, scope of work, and cost estimates with current performance metrics and goals

Review building drawings for compliance with Design and Construction Standards

Participate in Root Cause Analysis for incidents related to MEP systems

Assist with development, processing, and tracking of Methods of Procedure (MOPs)

Conduct weekly meetings with the Commissioning Provider using a focused '5 in 15' format

Assist in developing Level 0–Level 5 commissioning schedules in coordination with the project team

Update the master project schedule with milestone completion status

Participate in weekly Owner-Architect-Contractor (OAC) and commissioning meetings

Address high- and moderate-priority issues, including validation of issue prioritization

Compile issue log data and aggregate it into the primary database

Perform jobsite inspections to review installation progress, quality, and compliance, including schedule adherence

Ensure MEP Requests for Information (RFIs) are resolved in a timely manner

Collaborate with the project team to support early access requirements and report potential obstacles to early floor access

Ensure safety policies and best practices are followed at all times

Verify MEP system as-built documentation is complete and accurate at turnover

Complete all required steps in the project handoff process

Ensure general contractors provide required training in accordance with training specifications

Support the review of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Emergency Response Plans (ERPs) with Operations teams

Qualification

MEP system coordinationMechanicalElectrical codesProject managementCPM schedulingElectrical systemsMicrosoft Office SuiteBluebeamPlanGridSharePointTeam leadershipWritten communicationVerbal communication

Required

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience

Minimum of 10 years of experience in MEP system coordination and/or project management, with at least 5 years preferred in mission-critical environments

Strong knowledge of applicable mechanical and electrical regulations, standards, best practices, and codes

Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings, specifications, and submittals

Experience developing and managing CPM schedules and analyzing contractor-provided timelines

Solid understanding of how mechanical and electrical systems function and integrate

Demonstrated ability to lead integrated teams of engineers, contractors, skilled trades, equipment manufacturers, commissioning teams, tenants, and authorities having jurisdiction toward common goals

Experience supporting projects across multiple U.S. locations

Ability to travel to project sites as required

Experience leading, mentoring, and developing team members

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and industry tools such as Bluebeam, PlanGrid, and SharePoint