Senior Project Engineer, NA

Vantage Data Centers•TX301, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This role will be based on site in Shackelford County, TX. Vantage is looking for an ambitious and self-starting Senior Project Engineer to drive core project coordination efforts across a wide spectrum of ongoing construction projects for the West Texas market. Daily tasks include submittal/RFI workflow management, change order management, design coordination, project closeout management, payment application reviews, participation in commissioning, and coordination of construction activities with the full-time Operations staff. Regular collaboration and coordination are required with internal resources and design-build contractors.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or similar field, or equivalent experience
3+ years of experience as a Project Engineer in assisting or supervising construction projects of increasing complexity required
Data Center experience is a preferred
Experience in CSA (civil, structural, architectural) and MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing) construction management is a strong preference
Travel required is expected to be up to 10% but may increase over time as the business evolves

Responsibilities

Manage individual tasks throughout the construction process including submittal and RFI processing, and safety reporting
Coordinate VDC led meetings, transcribe meeting minutes and drive actions to closure
Oversee OFCI equipment release, delivery, deficiencies, startup and commissioning
Ensure project compliance with Vantage document controls and file specifications
Administer project closeout specifications and associated turnover documentation
Coordinate internal alignment on project document reviews, cost optimization exercises, contract issuances and design modifications
Enforce project quality controls and safety programs through an in-depth understanding of the partner contracts and design documents
Manage the Vantage safety program and provide weekly HRA site walk reports. Two (2) HRA site walks are required per week to provide accurate safety metrics to the Vantage EH&S department
Translate job requirements to execution with minimal supervision
Assist construction manager in preparing monthly financial updates and forecasts
Manage the Contractor billing process for the project and facilitate coordination with the Vantage CCF department to ensure accuracy of scope included in each bill and timely review of all pay applications
Manage the change order review process turnkey. Provide timely review of change orders for accuracy of scope and costs
Input PO requests in the financial system and manage the distribution process to all Vantage vendors
Facilitate page-turn design document reviews and capture comments with action items for internal stakeholders and direct contracted design partners
Manage Vantage vendors turnkey to ensure successful completion of their scope (ie. Signage, Furniture, and Controls)
As required, manage design team/contractors throughout each project
Work closely with Operations to coordinate ongoing construction activities on campus, develops and tracks MOPs for critical work in live spaces, and provide customer support as necessary
Provide project commissioning support by onboarding the Commissioning Agent, facilitating script approvals and ensuring compliance with customer requirements
Manage and maintain internal project file storage
Drive internal and external project closeout requirements
Assist the Construction department with the upkeep of current campus and site permits, update the permit bond tracking sheet, and coordinate with local authorities to ensure all permits are current
Additional duties as assigned by Management