Data Center Commissioning Manager II

Fluor•Greenville, SC
•$139,000 - $258,000

About The Position

At Fluor, this role manages large to mega-size, complex data center commissioning and start-up projects, or oversees multiple smaller, larger, and/or less complex data center sites and projects. The position reports functionally to the Senior Director of Commissioning and Start-up and/or the Data Center Director of Commissioning and Start-up, and administratively to the assigned project director or manager in the home office and the site manager in the field. The role provides a planned, documented, and managed engineering and construction approach to data center commissioning and turnover, covering pre-commissioning, commissioning, start-up, operations, testing, and final handover of facilities, systems, and equipment to the client. It contributes to site quality requirements, commissioning budgets, subcontractor plans, integrated schedules, cost control, commissioning and turnover plans, and coordination with engineering, procurement, construction management, and commissioning teams. The manager also supports sales efforts, develops project procedures, promotes a safe work environment, contributes to the career development and training of commissioning personnel, and continually develops technical, commercial, and organizational skills. Proficiency in completions software is required. Fluor offers a comprehensive benefits package and states a salary range of $139,000 to $258,000.

Requirements

  • An accredited four-year degree or global equivalent in an applicable field and 18 years of work-related experience; alternatively, a combination of education and directly related experience equal to 22 years if non-degreed.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, and other stakeholders.
  • Job-related technical knowledge necessary to complete the job.
  • Ability to learn and apply applicable local, state/province, and federal/national statutes and guidelines.
  • Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner.
  • Proficiency in using and/or managing completions software such as CxAlloy, Compass, Exto, or CoConsole.
  • Must be authorized to work in the country where the position is located.

Nice To Haves

  • Functional knowledge of data center plant and facility pre-commissioning, commissioning, operations and/or maintenance, and start-up technology.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills to achieve business and project results.
  • Ability to develop and implement a detailed, integrated data center commissioning and start-up process and plan, including authoring scripts and plans.
  • Willingness and ability to travel internationally and domestically on short notice for short- and long-term assignments.
  • Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
  • Previous successful leadership during mechanical completion, pre-commissioning, commissioning, testing, operations planning, and start-up.
  • Ability to develop successful professional relationships and work as a team player, including as a sole contributor within the team.
  • Twelve years of Commissioning and Start-up home office and site experience, including at least five years managing large to mega-size, somewhat complex data center commissioning and start-up projects.
  • At least ten years of experience in discipline operations and/or commissioning and start-up.
  • Experience with LSTK, PMC, EPFC/CM, EPCC, CM, FEL, FEED, pre-commissioning, commissioning, training, start-up, or similar projects for strategic planning, implementation, and execution.
  • Ability to build effective relationships with clients, project management, engineering, construction, and vendor personnel.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, knowledge management portals and communities, Primavera, and MS Project scheduling software.

Responsibilities

  • Manage large to mega-size, complex data center commissioning and start-up projects, or oversee multiple data center sites or projects.
  • Provide a planned, documented, and managed engineering and construction approach to commissioning and turnover requirements from pre-commissioning through final handover.
  • Assist the construction quality manager and engineering discipline leads in developing the site quality manual and identifying equipment requirements for inclusion.
  • Participate in developing and managing the commissioning and start-up budget.
  • Participate in subcontractor plans for pre-commissioning, commissioning, training, testing, and start-up activities.
  • Develop and maintain the system-centric integrated commissioning and start-up schedule.
  • Control costs associated with commissioning and start-up labor and equipment.
  • Develop a commissioning and turnover plan and integrate activities and deliverables with engineering, procurement, construction management, commissioning, and turnover.
  • Understand automation tool capabilities and confirm that the tools are used to the full benefit of the department and project.
  • Support sales efforts by assisting with sales presentations, estimates, and proposals.
  • Develop and execute the appropriate section of the assigned project's procedures manual.
  • Maintain a safe work environment by administering a proactive environmental, health, and safety program focused on zero accidents.
  • Participate in the career development of Commissioning and Start-up personnel.
  • Continually improve personal technical, commercial, and organizational knowledge and skills.
  • Orient and integrate new team members through coaching and other practices.
  • Promote employee skills, performance, and development by sponsoring and promoting training programs and supporting adherence to specifications and high-quality work.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Employee assistance program (EAP)
  • Disability coverage
  • Life insurance
  • Accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverage
  • Voluntary benefit plans
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off, including personal, bereavement, sick, and holiday time for salaried employees
  • Paid sick leave per state requirement for craft employees
  • Parental leave
  • Training and development courses
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