Assistant Project Manager, Commissioning

Suffolk Construction•Cedar Rapids, IA

11d

About The Position

The Mission Critical Center of Excellence manages billions of dollars in projects annually, specializing in data center and mission-critical construction for leading technology and telecommunications clients across the United States. Focused on fast-paced, MEP-intensive projects, the group is recognized for delivering complex solutions while offering significant opportunities for career advancement within the thriving mission-critical construction industry. The Assistant Cx Assistant Project Manager (ACxPM) is responsible for coordination of construction and administrative duties in support of the Commissioning Project Manager. The ACxPM supports the Commissioning Manager and the leadership team in the commissioning planning, execution, and turnover processes for standardization across Mission Critical. The ideal candidate will have an in-depth understanding of building MEP systems, excellent organization skills, and a strong commitment to ensuring project success. The ACxPM reports to the Cx Project Manager. At Suffolk, we believe that our total rewards program should offer you and your family the support you need when it matters most. That’s why we have created a program that provides employees with access to a wide variety of options that can be personalized to support you and your loved ones physically, emotionally, and financially. Benefits include, competitive salaries, auto allowances and gas cards for certain roles, access to market leading medical and emotional and mental health benefits, dental, and vision insurance plans, virtual care options for physical therapy and primary care, generous paid time off, 401k plan with employer match and access to expert financial resources, company paid and voluntary life insurance, tax deferred savings accounts, 10 backup daycare days each year, short- and long-term disability, commuter benefits and more. For more information, click here . Additional benefits may be available for employees considered Travelers within our Mission Critical Group, including relocation support, monthly housing stipends, and monthly travel allowances.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in applicable discipline and/or experience relative to specific discipline
Experience (2+ years) in MEP installation, commissioning and maintenance or relatable technical experience
Basic knowledge of Mechanical, Electrical and BMS/DDC Controls systems
Excellent team participation skills and organizational abilities
Strong ability to partner with peers and field staff
Self-motivated and self-confident and committed to excellence
Must possess effective communication skills
Excellent organizational skills to manage the many details necessary for successful construction and commissioning
Must have judgment to know when to appropriately escalate issues up the chain of command
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to identify potential solutions and formulate corrective plans
Working knowledge of construction project management software such as Procore and Commissioning management software such as Cx Alloy

Nice To Haves

ASHRAE Commissioning certification, desired and/or in-depth understanding of ASHRAE Commissioning process as it relates to Commissioning activities associated with MEP Systems, including data center defined commissioning Levels 1 through 5
Experience with Building Management Systems, including Environmental controls and Electrical Power Management Systems

Responsibilities

Provide Cx Organization and Management support for oversight of the roles and responsibilities of Trade Partners, 3rd Party Entities, Suffolk, and the Client in the commissioning of Level 0 through Level 5 processes
Support Project Cx Teams in the development and management for logistics, communication, and scheduling plans for Cx related materials and assets
Assist, as needed, in troubleshooting and resolving technical issues that arise during installation and commissioning as requested by the CxPM or project PM
Provide Cx process expertise and resource management regarding commissioning related deliverables
Establish effective working relationships with clients and Suffolk team members
Support project teams in development of collaborative working relationships with architects, engineers, trade partners, and construction operations teams to streamline and improve project deliveries
Coordinate with the project site Quality Control (QC) and Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) teams for MEP and Cx scope to ensure checklists, engineering documents, and commissioning activities are successfully completed and follow approved test scripts and commissioning plan
Provide support to project teams for the development and understanding of major milestones, client/Construction Manager (CM) contractual and trade partner obligations, and commissioning plans created by client's third-party Commissioning Agent
Contribute to the development and population of online equipment databases to ensure consistency in test checklists, inspection reports, equipment details, and naming conventions and commissioning activities
Provide guidance for OFCI & Contractor- Furnished, Contractor-Installed (CFCI) equipment delivery inspections in collaboration with Project Superintendents and Trade Foreman to confirm compliance with approved submittals