Senior Project Manager - Commissioning - Cx - Mission Critical

Suffolk Construction•Cedar Rapids, IA

About The Position

Overview About Suffolk Suffolk is a national enterprise that builds, innovates, and invests. We provide value across the entire project lifecycle through our core construction management services and complementary business lines in real estate investment, design, self-perform construction, and technology start-up investment (Suffolk Technologies). By integrating data, artificial intelligence, and advanced technology through our Seamless Platform, we connect design, construction, and operations to deliver smarter, more predictable results and redefine how America builds. Suffolk – America’s Contractor – is a national company with more than $8 billion in annual revenue, 3,000 employees, and 17 offices, including Boston (headquarters), New York City, Miami, West Palm Beach, Tampa, Estero, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Las Vegas, Herndon, U.S. Virgin Islands, and other key markets. Suffolk manages some of the most complex and transformative projects in the country, serving clients across healthcare, life sciences, education, gaming, aviation, transportation, government, mission critical, and commercial sectors. Suffolk is privately held and is led by founder, chairman and CEO John Fish. Suffolk is ranked #8 on ENR’s list of “Top CM-at-Risk Contractors.” For more information, visit www.suffolk.com and follow Suffolk on Facebook , Twitter , LinkedIn , YouTube , and Instagram . At Suffolk, we believe that our total rewards program should offer you and your family the support you need when it matters most. That’s why we have created a program that provides employees with access to a wide variety of options that can be personalized to support you and your loved ones physically, emotionally, and financially. Benefits include, competitive salaries, auto allowances and gas cards for certain roles, access to market leading medical and emotional and mental health benefits, dental, and vision insurance plans, virtual care options for physical therapy and primary care, generous paid time off, 401k plan with employer match and access to expert financial resources, company paid and voluntary life insurance, tax deferred savings accounts, 10 backup daycare days each year, short- and long-term disability, commuter benefits and more.  For more information, click here . The Role The Mission Critical Center of Excellence manages billions of dollars in projects annually, specializing in data center and mission-critical construction for leading technology and telecommunications clients across the United States. Focused on fast-paced, MEP-intensive projects, the group is recognized for delivering complex solutions while offering significant opportunities for career advancement within the thriving mission-critical construction industry. The Commissioning Senior Manager is responsible for overseeing the installation, commissioning, maintenance and documentation of MEP assets and systems throughout the entire project lifecycle. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of building MEP systems, excellent leadership skills, and a strong commitment to ensuring project success.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in applicable discipline and/or experience relative to specific discipline
Proven experience (5+ years) in MEP installation, commissioning and maintenance
Strong technical knowledge of MEP systems including associated building automation systems
Familiarity with industry standards and codes such as ASHRAE, NEC, NFPA, etc.
Strong knowledge of Mechanical and Electrical systems
Thorough knowledge of building information modeling (BIM) and its use in coordination of the Mechanical and Electrical systems and other project systems
The ability to manage and embrace change. Respond and adapt to new processes and new ways of looking at old problems
Excellent team development skills and leadership abilities
Strong ability to partner with the Project Manager and staff
Committed to excellence
Self-motivated and self-confident
Must possess effective communication skills
Capable of dealing with ambiguity and tight work oversight
Able to constantly multi-task and handle competing priorities between Suffolk business needs and organizational issues while maintaining excellent customer relations
Must possess business judgment to negotiate the critical balance between budget and construction processes
Excellent organizational skills to manage the many details necessary for successful construction
Must have judgment to know when to appropriately escalate issues up the chain of command
Excellent management skills to effectively manage subcontractor performance to high quality
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to take action confidently and decisively
Candidate must possess Suffolk’s Core Values: Passion, Integrity, Hard Work, Professionalism, and Caring

Responsibilities

Oversee, manage, and document all day-to-day commissioning activities including OSHA safety compliance
Direct field personnel according to the project plan and Suffolk supervisory principles
Communicate issues, events, performance, and progress daily to the Project Manager
Report any problems promptly to the Project Manager to facilitate the most cost-effective solutions
Establish effective working relationships with clients and Suffolk team members
Request advice and assistance from the General Superintendent on matters pertaining to materials, sequencing, scheduling and personnel
Leads, directs and coordinates the work of subcontractors in the commissioning of Level 0 through Level 5 process with regards to MEP systems
Provide guidance, training, and mentoring team members
Foster a culture of safety and quality on the job site
Identify pre-mobilization activities in conjunction with the Project Executive, General Superintendent, and the Project Manager