Data Center Commissioning Project Manager

Faith Technologies•Phoenix, AZ

About The Position

The Cx Project Manager provides general management of electrical and/or specialty systems quality assurance/quality control (QAQC) and commissioning scopes of work, and manages commissioning and startup schedules. The role develops and manages project scope, schedules, budgets, safety plans, and QAQC/Cx issue logs; coordinates activities with clients, construction teams, internal groups, and third-party testing or commissioning agencies; and leads project meetings. The position also supports recruiting, employee relations, coaching, and development of direct reports. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering or construction management, or equivalent technical training or experience. Candidates need five years of project, construction, project engineering, or commissioning management experience, along with eight years of commissioning/startup experience for electrical and/or mechanical systems. The work involves 75–100% travel. Typical hours are Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., but work may occur at any time on any day of the week to meet business needs. FTI describes a culture focused on team members’ mind, body, and soul, and offers career development and continued education programs, merit-based compensation, career-path development, and a flexible benefits package. Benefits listed are available to regular/full-time team members. Employment is contingent on successfully passing a background and drug test.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management, or equivalent technical training/experience.
Five years of Project Management, Construction Management, Project Engineering, or Commissioning Management experience.
Eight years of commissioning/startup experience for electrical and/or mechanical systems.
Proficiency using a PC and Microsoft Office Suite.
Proficiency using Google G-suit.
Ability to travel 75–100%.
Ability to work typical hours of 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, with work at any time on any day of the week as business needs require.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of the electrical construction trade.
Experience leading commissioning/startup activities for construction projects exceeding $25 million in contract value is strongly preferred.
Relevant industry experience in Mission Critical, Industrial, or Commercial sectors.

Responsibilities

Promote a positive company culture by fostering friendly and constructive employee relations.
Develop QAQC/Cx scopes, schedules, and budgets.
Review outgoing QAQC/Cx estimates with the Estimating Department for accuracy.
Use internal functional groups effectively and monitor the progress of project deliverables.
Develop the QAQC/Cx safety plan and involve internal safety departments to ensure it is complete and client-approved.
Work with the construction project manager to ensure startup and operational procedures are performed safely and comply with client specifications.
Coordinate day-to-day startup and commissioning activities with the client and affected parties.
Lead QAQC/commissioning, equipment, coordination, scheduling, staffing, and project manager meetings.
Manage project QAQC/Cx issue logs and coordinate with affected or responsible parties to resolve issues.
Coordinate with third-party testing and commissioning agencies to ensure appropriate coverage during commissioning and startup.
Partner with Human Resources on recruiting, selection, employee relations, and related matters for direct reports.
Coach and develop managerial talent, and select and train employees.
Create a supportive environment by motivating and instructing employees and sharing constructive positive and negative feedback.