Project Manager / Owners Representative-Data Center Electrical Engineering SME

CBRE•Wichita Falls, TX

41d

About The Position

The Data Center Electrical Engineer Owner's Representative Project Manager will lead all aspects of the Electrical Scope of Data Center construction projects! This service is not intended to take the place of the responsibilities of the Engineer of Record for the projects and there are no requirements for providing PE stamped or sealed documents while performing the services outlined below. Though the experience and the background of Professional Engineers to perform these services are preferred. The engineering resources will follow the Owner's specifications, standards for quality, and commissioning methodology.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree preferred with 8-10 years of relevant eletrical engineering experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

10 yrs relevant experience electrical experience
Knowledge of data center and mission critical design concepts, NEC, NFPA 70E, and OSHA safety requirements.
Extensive experience with medium voltage power distribution distribution (AIS & GIS switchgear, controls schematics, MV cable installation, relays, etc.).
Former experience as Field Service Representative (FSR) or as a NETA testing agent.
Ability to read and interpret electrical, mechanical, and controls schematics & diagrams.
Ability to work with the Data Center Engineering teams and Quality teams to develop test scripts and protocols, ensuring validation design intent.
Experience in bidding, designing, operating and commissioning of electrical distribution systems, from high voltage (HV) transformers to branch circuits.
Experience with power systems and electrical testing and standards.
Demonstrated skills in requirements gathering, resource organization, task prioritization, scheduling and achieving objectives on schedule and within budget.
Basic understanding of short circuit coordination & arc-flash (SCCAF) Reports (AF labeling, coordination of protective devices, etc.)
Great attitude with internal customers and external parties, and able to address any issues.
HV/MV/LV systems experience with equipment such as switchgear, cables, terminations, transformers, etc.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the core team to understand and develop the datacenter electrical designs, from starting basis of design (BOD) to issue for constructions (IFC), for new data center project build-outs and major infrastructure upgrades.
Navigate construction and Cx issues from HV substation to MV equipment to LV branch circuits.
Work in collaboration with QCx, GC, EC, PM, DCOPs, & Central Engineering Teams to remediate issues, deliver quality installation, and maintain construction schedule.
Manage all power system issues during concept design, detailed design, procurement, bidding, manufacturing, delivery, and installation on site.
Identify and resolve issues raised by the cross-functional teams and various external stakeholders.
Generate scope of work for the equipment portions of major infrastructure upgrades based on project needs. Work with internal teams to update and document the configuration as it evolves.
Interface closely with the Global Commodities team, the manufacturers, and various global and local Engineering teams in order to deliver the electrical solutions needed for each project.
Update and maintain the internal design specifications, drawings and standards in accordance with the latest configurations and including all 'lessons learned' in relation to all equipment.
Work with EOR for medium voltage duct bank designs.
Develop training and documentation for new and existing constructio quality tools and processes.
Work with the Central Region for roll-out of new medium voltage standards and specifications.
Inspect medium voltage terminations and work with the site team on all medium voltage needs.
Review pull calculations, walk through cables pulling process and oversee medium voltage cable pulls.
Manage project budgets, scheduling, planning, and contractor resource assignment.
Track contractor performance including billing against budget and contract, manage proposals, SOW's, bids, scope definition, engineering design cycles, and design review and approvals.