Data Center/Substation Owner’s Representative
Hdr
Owner's rep managing data center substation projects, overseeing design, permits, EPC and utilities.
20 days ago ago
$116,498 - $198,125
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Bellevue, WA
Field
Company Size
10,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Architecture
Engineering
Construction services
Environmental services
Urban planning
Project Management
Design
Consulting
Sector Specialisms
Architecture
Asset Management
Coastal Engineering & Restoration
Commissioning & Operations
Economics & Finance
Engineering
Environmental Sciences
Healthcare
Role
What you would be doing
performance monitoring
rfp development
project management
design review
utility interconnect
stakeholder coordination
- Monitor the performance of the EPC Contractor during construction.
- Support the Owner with EPC Contractor RFP development and bid selection.
- Project management of substation projects including design-bid-build and EPC delivery models
- Review and report upon permitting application packages to ensure that the drawings, specifications and documents are in accordance with the local authority’s requirements, and are in place and in accordance with the Owner’s conditions of the contract.
- Monitor the development and track progress of design deliverables and provide a peer review for completeness for each design submittal: 30%, 60%, 90%, Issued for Construction and jurisdictional submissions, advising the Owner of any issues or nuances in design or construction that could impact the execution or delivery of the project.
- Responsible for interfacing with project stakeholders, including the Owner, the serving utilities, Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ), and EPC Contractor throughout the phases of project development and execution.
- Oversee the Owner and internal HDR engineering disciplines for responses to design RFI’s and submittal reviews.
- Oversee scope, schedule, and assist the Owner with budget management.
- Review the EPC Contractor's Construction Plan, Site Logistics Plan, Health & Safety Plan and Quality Plan prior to construction start.
- Support the Owner with project risk management and scheduling.
- Represents HDR to support marketing and proposal development for power delivery opportunities.
- Support the Project Owner with the utility interconnect process by completing or reviewing the necessary applications, load letters, RFIs, scheduling utility meetings, responding to utility data requests, coordinating the two-way exchange of information, and facilitating utility planning meetings with the Owner, EPC Contractor, and the Utility.
- Represent the Owner in meetings with local gas and electric utilities, EPC Contractor, and/or both internal and external partners/stakeholders.
What you bring
pe
pmp
dbia
substations
500kv
project mgmt
- Professional Engineer (PE) licensure, PMP, and/or DBIA certification highly desired
- Experience reviewing EPC contract terms and managing scope change processes
- Bachelor's degree in related field
- 7 years related experience
- Able to travel to project sites for in-person meetings & site visits when necessary. Less frequent during design phase, more frequent during construction phase.
- Prior experience as an Owner's Representative / Owner's Engineer on Data Centers/Substations
- Proactive, responsive, savvy communicator
- A minimum of 2 years project management experience
- Experience with energy utilities and interconnect processes for mission critical projects
- Must have the ability to interact with various design teams, have excellent organizational, project management and communication (both written and verbal) skills
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering
- Strong technical knowledge of substations and the energy industry
- Proficient experience in substation design up to 500kV
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Company
Overview
1917
Year Founded
The company was established in 1917, marking the beginning of its journey as a leader in engineering and construction.
Over 100 years
Years of Expertise
HDR has accumulated over a century of experience, contributing to its extensive portfolio of innovative projects.
Thousands
Projects Completed
HDR has successfully delivered thousands of projects, showcasing its expertise across various industries.
- provides innovative and sustainable solutions for infrastructure, buildings, and the environment.
- combines engineering, architecture, and environmental stewardship in a holistic approach.
- designing award-winning transit systems, water treatment plants, and energy-efficient buildings.
- iconic public buildings and large-scale infrastructure projects.
- We embrace the diverse perspectives of people with a passion for making a difference.
- Our people are the heart of HDR.
- We foster a culture of inclusion, collaboration, and innovation.
- We care about making an impact on the communities we serve.
- We strive to push the boundaries of what’s possible in every project we take on.
2035
Net Zero Target
Committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions by this year.
- Aim to reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions across all office locations.
- Design and engineering solutions focus on sustainability, utilizing renewable energy, water efficiency, and sustainable materials.
- Approach to sustainable infrastructure includes climate resilience and long-term environmental stewardship.
- Measure environmental impact through energy reduction goals, resource conservation, and sustainable design initiatives.
30% Women
Representation in Leadership Roles
Women comprise 30% of leadership roles, reflecting progress in gender diversity at the executive level.
- Focuses on recruitment strategies for underrepresented groups to increase workforce diversity.
- Offers diversity-focused mentorship programs to support career development among diverse employees.
- Committed to building an inclusive environment where all employees feel they belong.
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