Commissioning Manager; Facilities & Operations

Overview

Accountability for the overall commissioning program and ultimately responsible for driving the commissioning process through the General Contractor and Client teams. Reports directly to the GC or Owner Project Manager. Develops the Cx Plan and Cx Schedule. Leads weekly Cx meetings and participates in superintendent and QAQC field coordination meetings to drive the needs of the commissioning team.

• Managing commissioning projects as well as team coordination
• Performing engineering peer reviews of construction documents
• Performing technical analysis necessary to interpret building operation
• Communicating to a wide range of client stakeholders
• Working effectively as a team member
• Developing commissioning plans, reports, pre-functional and functional test procedures
• Performing jobsite observations and field testing
• Assisting with Functional Testing of systems
• Writing detailed field reports
• Assisting in the preparation of commissioning reports
• Developing and communicating the Cx Schedule beginning with a thorough understanding of the Project Milestones & Milestone Definitions
• Defining the list of Systems/Equipment that are needed to support the priority Milestones
• Identifying the support disciplines:
  Electrical, I&C, Telecom, LSS. Prioritize the support disciplines to meet the System/Equipment needs that support the Milestones.
• Defining the Vendor Systems Scope to determine any L3 & L4 testing that will be required to be performed on the vendor systems
• Foster Clear Communication – Amongst All Disciplines – Understand what is needed and when
• Driving Commitment/Accountability through the General Contractor and Trade Contractors. Define and implement the method to drive trades to meet the milestone or schedule need dates to accomplish 100% construction complete so that commissioning efforts can comment. Ensure everyone on the project team is getting the same information.
• Leading the Cx meeting and owning / distributing the Action Item Log
• Participating in the schedule review meetings, OAC meetings, and other relative project meetings

• B.S. is required (Equivalent field experience is acceptable)
• 10+ years’ experience as a Project Manager in the high-tech industry
• BS Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
• 3+ years of professional work experience, preferably as a Commissioning Authority, or in the MEP consulting environment
• Knowledge of applicable codes, standards: CEC Title 24, ASHRAE, IECC 2012/2015, IMC, EMC
• Recognized Building Commissioning Certification preferred
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite - Word, Excel, Outlook
• Strong oral and written skills and a proven ability to interact professionally with a wide range of clients
• Solid understanding of HVAC and electrical system designs and operations
• Working knowledge of mechanical and building automation control systems
• Ability to troubleshoot field devices and control hardware and software is a plus
• Demonstrated ability to read and understand construction documents (mechanical, plumbing and electrical drawings, specifications, etc.)
• Proficient understanding of electrical and fire/life safety systems
• Knowledge of construction industry safety practices and procedures
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, able to work in teams and matrix organization
• Ability to climb ladders and safely maneuver around construction sites
• Ability to travel