Commissioning Manager (Remote)

DataBank Holdings Ltd. is a leading provider of enterprise-class data center, cloud, and interconnection services, offering customers 100% uptime availability of data, applications, and infrastructure. DataBank's managed data center services are anchored in world-class facilities. Our customized technology solutions are designed to help customers effectively manage risk, improve technology performance, and allow focus on core business objectives. DataBank is headquartered in the historic former Federal Reserve Bank Building, in downtown Dallas, TX.

DataBank is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our work culture at DataBank does not discriminate based on actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veterans' status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

The Commissioning Manager is responsible for leading commissioning activities for all construction projects. This role reports to the Director of Construction. The Commissioning Manager will coordinate and oversee all aspects of planning, staffing, scheduling, quality, safety, and testing related to commissioning phase of mission critical construction projects. This person will be responsible for ensuring all work is performed in conformance to approved procedures and all equipment performance complies with design requirements. The Commissioning Manager will work hand and hand with internal team members and consultants to plan, schedule and execute project commissioning plans.

Responsibilities:

*Manage end-to-end Commissioning processes and delivery of construction projects to satisfy company requirements and verify smooth transition to facility operations teams.

*Manage site specific L1 through L5 commissioning processes for all new or expansion projects project.

*Lead multiple disciplines for a project-specific commissioning plan, including reviewing and verifying systems design, installation, functional performance, and reliability.

*Establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with architects, engineers, trade partners, and facility operations teams to streamline project delivery and to ensure fully compliant project.

*Collaborate with General Contractor (GC), Commissioning Agent and internal team members to create, manage iterations, and integrate Start-up and Commissioning schedules into overall project schedule.

*Analyze project schedules and provide monthly reporting to identify areas of potential delays, critical path analysis, and opportunities for optimization. Develop risk assessment models and identify key risk factors that may impact project budgets and schedules.

*Collaborate with project managers, contractors, and other members of the project team to monitor project performance against schedule targets and identify areas where performance may have opportunities for improvement.

*Manage RFP processes for all commissioning projects. (RFP creation through award)

*Manage documentation and record keeping procedures of all equipment and materials related to construction projects. Inclusive of contributing to and population of equipment database.

*Oversee development and population of Closeout documentation associated with projects.

*Facilitate weekly meetings to review any all punch-list or open items with vendors, trade partners and commissioning agents through resolution.

*Establish and manage punch list prevention plan and related Commissioning deficiencies with project team.

*Participate and/or facilitate Commissioning related on-boarding of new trade partners, vendors, and consultants.

*Enforce company practices within the project commissioning team, including subcontractors and equipment vendors, ensuring commitment to, safety, and performance on site.

*Review design documents and specifications to ensure company standards and requirements are met.

*Monitor construction of Electrical / Mechanical / FA / FP / Controls subcontractors for schedule management and conformance to contract documents

*Participate in design and construction reviews of project documents and provide technical input to help determine most cost effective and schedule efficient method of construction.

*Review project submittals including all start up and commissioning procedures supplied by vendors and consultants. (OFCI equipment/CFCI equipment/SOO/etc.)

*Perform other miscellaneous related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

*Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or relevant experience.

*5+ years of experience in leading commissioning in mission critical facilities.

*Ability to interpret contract documents, owner project requirements, drawings, specifications, system schematics, sequence of operations, MEP scopes of work and project schedule.

*Experience developing, implementing and overseeing commissioning plans, scripts and procedures.

*Knowledge of NEAT guidelines and standards.

*Thorough knowledge of all aspects of mission critical construction technology, equipment, materials, methods, etc.

*Knowledge and skills in a wide variety of applications including web based and project management systems.

*Well-rounded knowledge of MEP systems and construction processes across all trades, means and methods, and materials their characteristics, installation procedures and tolerances.

*Experience with Building Management Systems, including Environmental controls and Electrical Power Management Systems.

*Experience with access controls and CCTV systems.

*Performance of the required duties will require physical ability to climb permanent and temporary stairs, passenger use of construction personnel hoists, ability to climb ladders, and negotiate work areas under construction.

*Robust performance management, ensuring tasks are completed timely and efficiently.

*Excellent time management, ability to juggle multiple tasks and deadlines.

*Exceptional communication skills, effectively interact with team members, clients, and stakeholders.

*Experience in construction cost forecasting, accrual reporting, pay applications, and construction scheduling and planning.

*Experience using scheduling tools such as Microsoft Project or Primavera P6, DCMA 14, or similar scheduling assessment tools.

*Deep understanding of project management principles and best practices.

*Effective communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate complex analytical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

*Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)

*Growth Mindset