Electrical Commissioning Team Lead

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The JLL-SKAE Data Center and Mission Critical Commissioning group is looking for a seasoned Electrical Commissioning Team Lead to join our team to support our growth in this market segment.  This position will act as the electrical commissioning technical team leader. This role can is open to agreed location throughout the US and will include approximately 30-40% overnight travel in support of our portfolio of projects.

Ideal candidates will have the following experience and capabilities:

• A strong fluency with the data center commissioning processes and deliverables covered in ASHRAE commissioning requirements and guidelines.

• A strong fluency with ANSI and NETA testing standards for electrical equipment and systems.

• A strong fluency with NFPA electrical safety standards.

• Demonstrated expertise acting as the third-party commissioning lead for data center electrical systems and equipment, inclusive of factory inspections and testing, installation inspections, vendor startup, pre-functional testing, functional and integrated testing.

• Both manage and perform commissioning design drawings, specifications and submittal reviews.

• Lead electrical team members in the performance of, and where necessary, self-perform, the field commissioning activities.  This includes scheduling and coordinating JLL and external project team members, ensuring CxA pre-test requirements are fulfilled by the contractors and relevant sub-trades, and maximizing efficiency and productivity of our staff.

• Demonstrated experience working and coordinating directly with General Contractors (GC), sub-contractors, AHJs, Engineers of Record, and other stakeholders involved with the execution of small, medium and large-scale critical facility construction and commissioning projects.

• Both manage and perform the development of project specific Commissioning Plans and Commissioning Specifications

• Manage onsite and offsite commissioning activities, including:

  • Help develop JLL project proposals in response to client RFPs

  • Identify required team makeup for the project(s)

  • Support management of project budgets and financials

  • Manage the development, review and approval of L0-L6 commissioning test scripts and procedures

  • Act as main point of contact to client for all aspects of commissioning related to the electrical systems and equipment

  • Provide day-to-day technical direction to the electrical commissioning group, including mentoring junior personnel

  • Act as JLL Subject Matter Expert (SME) and technical point of escalation for commissioning of data center electrical equipment and systems

• Schedule, lead and document on-site and offsite project commissioning meetings.

• Write or manage the development of detailed standard operating procedures (SOPs) and Methods-of-Procedures (MOPs) for data center commissioning projects.

• Possess a strong proficiency in use of QA/QC and Cx software applications such as Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC), CxAlloy, Facility Grid, and other industry standard QA/QC and Cx platforms.

Additional Expectations

• Willingness to travel overnight up to 30-40% to client sites across the USA and Canada.  Travel durations typically do not exceed two consecutive weeks.  

Qualifications

• A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in the startup and commissioning of data center electrical systems, with minimum of 5 years acting as electrical commissioning lead (ideally with experience in delivery of data center projects in excess of 25MWs).

• An ABET accredited engineering or technology degree is strongly preferred but not required if candidate possesses equivalent demonstrated experience.

• Ideally candidate will possess a Commissioning Professional certification from a recognized industry authority.

• Prof Eng/PE and/or PMP designation is considered an asset but not required.

• Significant knowledge and documented experience in the testing and commissioning of Transformers, Switchgear, Switchboards, Protection Relays, STS, PDU, UPS and Batteries, RPPs, Lighting Controls Systems, SCADA and Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS) for low, medium, and high voltage applications.

• Significant knowledge and documented experience in the use of electrical test equipment to include but not limited to: Relay Testing Equipment, Primary and Secondary Injection Test Equipment, Power Quality Meters (PQMs), Infared Cameras, Electrical Test Meters (voltage, current, resistance, continuity), Insulation Resistance measuring equipment inclusive of MV cable VLF Test Equipment, Lighting Meters.

• Strong data management skills.

• Strong team leadership skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a strong proficiency in MS Project, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

• Demonstrated ability to analyze and report against contractor (and other third party) schedule updates.

• Experience working in an engineering consultancy or owner organization is an asset

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Estimated compensation for this position:

140,000.00 – 190,000.00 USD per year

This range is an estimate and actual compensation may differ. Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.

Location:

Remote –New York, NY

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the requirements.  We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:

JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health. Some of these benefits may include:

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care

• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary 

• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

• Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

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