Electrical Commissioning Engineer (Data Center)

JLL•New York, NY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward. Construction QA, QC and Electrical Commissioning Engineer: JLL is currently seeking a dynamic individual for the role of Construction QA/QC and Electrical Commissioning (Cx) Engineer to provide reliable, timely, efficient support to our Data Center / Mission Critical team. This position entails working with a diverse group of internal and external stakeholders at all levels of the project organization, and requires independent judgement to plan, prioritize, and organize a diverse workload in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will be detail oriented with strong organizational skills, and possess a team player attitude. In particular, you will be responsible for carrying out the following duties specific to your position: Have fluency and experience with the commissioning processes and deliverables covered in ASHRAEcommissioning guidelines. Expertise in electrical equipment/systems installation (means & methods), equipment and system startup and pre-functional inspections, acceptance testing and associated commissioning activities. General working knowledge and experience in Mechanical and Plumbing equipment/systems installation (means & methods), system startup and pre-functional testing, inspections, acceptance testing and associated commissioning activities. Work directly with General Contractors, sub-contractors, inspectors, AHJs, and others involved with the QA/QC and Commissioning program execution for critical facility construction and commissioning. The candidate will be expected to demonstrate strong management and technical functions throughout the design, pre-construction, construction, and post-construction phases of projects. The candidate will protect JLL’s contractual position and ensure our work meets contracted requirements. Develop Commissioning Plans and Commissioning Specifications. Implement and execute electrical and EPMS QA/QC inspection programs for large, complex critical facility construction and commissioning projects including developing inspection and commissioning checklists, test scripts and procedures, and other required documentation required by the Owner’s and/or General Contractor’s QA/QC program. Carry out field-based commissioning activities, including: Site visits Develop Start-up and test forms; witness and approve contractor execution Develop Functional Test scripts; manage, direct and witness execution Develop Integrated Systems Test scripts, direct and witness execution Perform Commissioning Design Drawing, Specifications, and Submittal Reviews. Schedule, lead and document project Commissioning meetings. Understanding of how to develop and execute seasonal/performance tests. Ability to write detailed standard operating procedures (SOPs) and Methods-of-Procedures (MOPs). Ability to develop and compile project documentation into site/project specific Systems Manuals. Proficiency in use of QA/QC and Cx software applications such as BIM360, CxAlloy, Facility Grid, and other related QA/QC and Cx applications. Ability to develop/review/evaluate vendor training programs for installed equipment and systems. The candidate will support, front to back, all of the project documentation requirements, accountable for the preparation, review, and issuance of same, and though these tasks may be delegated, there may/will be the need to personally prepare them to meet the required timelines. The candidate will perform, front to back, all the field activity components. This includes scheduling and coordinating JLL and project team members accordingly, ensuring our requirements are fulfilled by the contractor and relevant sub-trades, and maximizing efficiency/productivity of our staff. Willingness to travel up to 50% to client sites across the USA

Requirements

A minimum of 10 years of relevant electrical engineering and/or field-testing experience with minimum of 5 years in providing building commissioning and/or construction QA/QC and Commissioning field services
An engineering or technical degree from an ABET accredited program is preferred.
Possess a Commissioning Professional certification from a recognized industry authority
Ability to use electrical testing meters and equipment and analyze and report on test results including Power Quality Meters (PQM), thermography, NETA tests, ground tests, hi-pot, megger, etc.
Knowledge and experience in testing Utility transformers, UPS systems, generators and associated automated paralleling switchgear, ATSs and STSs, Fuel Oil systems, PDUs, EPMS, and other electrical power generation and distribution systems
Strong data management skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in MS Project, Word, and Excel
Demonstrated ability to coordinate and organize multiple project schedule inputs/performance data into a master schedule platform and deliver project/program status reports as required.
Demonstrated ability to analyze and report against contractor (and other third party) schedule updates
Willingness to travel up to 50% to client sites across the USA
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Prof Eng/PE or PMP designation is considered a strong asset for this role, but not required.
Experience working in a consultancy or owner organization is an asset

Responsibilities

Develop Commissioning Plans and Commissioning Specifications.
Implement and execute electrical and EPMS QA/QC inspection programs for large, complex critical facility construction and commissioning projects including developing inspection and commissioning checklists, test scripts and procedures, and other required documentation required by the Owner’s and/or General Contractor’s QA/QC program.
Carry out field-based commissioning activities, including: Site visits Develop Start-up and test forms; witness and approve contractor execution Develop Functional Test scripts; manage, direct and witness execution Develop Integrated Systems Test scripts, direct and witness execution
Perform Commissioning Design Drawing, Specifications, and Submittal Reviews.
Schedule, lead and document project Commissioning meetings.
Understanding of how to develop and execute seasonal/performance tests.
Ability to write detailed standard operating procedures (SOPs) and Methods-of-Procedures (MOPs).
Ability to develop and compile project documentation into site/project specific Systems Manuals.
Proficiency in use of QA/QC and Cx software applications such as BIM360, CxAlloy, Facility Grid, and other related QA/QC and Cx applications.
Ability to develop/review/evaluate vendor training programs for installed equipment and systems.