SDC/ Contract Administrator Construction Project Manager (Data Center)

Description

The SDC/Contract Administrator Project Manager (Data Center Construction) will be accountability for the overall project and ultimately responsible for providing project management, creation of project risk management and project controls plans, and participation in all phases of a construction life cycle. Reports directly to the Owner’s Project Manager. Main liaison between the customer and project design and operations team. Involved in all construction projects from design and new construction to modifications of existing infrastructures. Reviews and approves all project plans and documents. Owns the pre-construction effort and approves all bid package RFP’s, subcontractor pre-qualifications, statements of work, and construction estimates to establish project budgets. Establishes the key date milestones for the master project schedule. Reviews and approve all subcontractor proposals, change orders, estimates for new projects, invoices, project turnover and close-out documents, lien releases and presents to owner for approval. Leads weekly owner meetings and participates in superintendent and QAQC field coordination meetings.

• Visit the site at intervals appropriate to the stage of construction to become generally familiar with the progress and quality of the portion of the Work and to determine, in general, if such Work observed is being performed in a manner indicating that such Work, when completed, will be in accordance with the design intent expressed in the Construction Documents prepared by uby the design team. Endeavor by this general observation to keep the client reasonably informed about the (1) the general progress and quality of the portion of the Work; (2) known deviations from the design intent expressed in the Construction Documents; and (3) defects and deficiencies observed by us in the Work. Periodic observation is to be distinguished from the continuous onsite inspection. Your services shall not be construed as obligating the client to determine or supervise the means and methods of construction nor make the client responsible for providing a safe place for the performance of the work or for the performance of safe practices by the General Contractor/Construction Manager, Contractors, Subcontractors or their respective agents and/or employees.
• Reporting: Frequent reporting of Cx KPI's to the project team as required.
• Prepare punch lists based on our observation reports for purposes of facilitating final sign-off of the project scope of work.
• Attend construction meetings as required.
• Attend Contractor coordination meetings if required.
• Assist the Client and Construction Manager in obtaining a Temporary Certificate of Occupancy for the project as it relates to issues of the design of the systems relevant to our engineering services for the project (i.e., excluding means and methods of construction-related issues).

Requirements

Technical Skills

• B.S. is required (Equivalent field experience is acceptable)
• Knowledge of construction industry safety practices and procedures
• Ability to hold subcontractors accountable to the commissioning objectives and goals and follow up on issue logs.
• Orientation to detail required by the specifications, drawings, AHJ, Codes of Construction, or any other contract documents.
• Strong oral and written skills and a proven ability to interact professionally with a wide a range of clients
• Thorough examination of contract documents and subcontractor submittals is a requirement of the role.
• Working knowledge of mechanical and building automation control systems
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, able to work in teams and matrix organization.
• BS Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
• Knowledge of applicable codes, standards: CEC Title 24, ASHRAE, IECC 2012/2015, IMC, EMC
• 10+ years’ experience as a Project Manager in the high-tech industry
• General understanding of electrical and fire/life safety systems
• Solid understanding of HVAC and electrical system designs and operations
• Ability to climb ladders and safely maneuver around construction sites.
• Ability to travel
• Familiarity with scheduling software such as P6 or Microsoft Project.
• 3+ years of professional work experience, preferably as a Commissioning Authority, or in the MEP consulting environment
• Proven ability to execute a successful commissioning program based on the Contract documents is required.
• Recognized Building Commissioning Certification preferred
• Proficiency in or ability to quickly learn computer and hardware systems such as Microsoft Office / G-Suite applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel), Bluebeam, Procore, AutoDesk / BIM 360, Cx Alloy, and other information management systems.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite - Word, Excel, Outlook
• Demonstrated ability to read and understand construction documents (mechanical, plumbing and electrical drawings, specifications, etc.)

Benefits

• Referral Bonus up to $3,000 per referral
• 50% Dependent Coverage for Medical
• 100% Premium Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage for OnQ Employees
• Health & Wellness Benefit
• Company Provided Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,000 per year
• 401K Plan

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance