Commissioning Manager

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement overall commissioning plan and schedule.
• This includes detailed daily planning of inspection, startup, and testing activities with integration into project master schedule.
• Work with safety professionals to develop and implement LOTO program in conformance with NFPA70E requirements.
• Understand and work with commissioning management software (BIM360, ACC Build, CxAlloy, etc.).
• Drive vendor, subcontractor, and commissioning agent engagement with Cx management software.
• Collaboratively with client and client’s Cx agent to develop and incorporate project-specific requirements into Fortis’ plan.
• Manage Fortis Cx resources, including direct oversight of Cx Project Engineer and Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) Superintendents.
• Ensure all levels of Cx are completed & documented properly/per Cx plan.
• Prepare Cx plan and associated budgets including but not limited to; develop load bank plan, review labor resources both internally as well as subcontractors, review subcontractor Cx budgets, etc.
• Identify scope/responsibility matrix required for proper execution of Cx plan.
• Work with Preconstruction team to ensure scopes are clearly identified in subcontracts prior to issuance.
• Participate in script writing & review process with owner Cx agent. This includes verification of script feasibility.
• Participate actively in all design review meetings and provide “subject matter expert” guidance when technical items arise.
• Direct review of all subcontractor developed engineering calculations or designs such as heat calculations.
• Work closely with Fortis onsite M&E team, with particular attention to technical submittals & RFI’s.
• Work closely with Fortis onsite QA/QC team with focus on all technical QA/QC items.
• Integrate into Fortis Mission Critical team and participate in efforts such as: Further development & updates to Fortis Cx Best Practices, Coordination of Fortis Cx resources across market sectors.
• Absorb and assist in other duties as assigned, relevant to the achievement of the position’s and team’s objectives.

Requirements

• Technical engineering degree, or equivalent hands-on technical experience (minimum 5 years).
• Performance in similar roles on multiple projects in the past.
• Familiarity with NFPA70E electrical safety and LOTO programs.
• Strong EQ skills to facilitate internal team cohesiveness and effective client relationships.
• Direct experience in leading a team.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record in accordance with Fortis policy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Direct experience working for a GC in hyperscale data center construction.
• Direct experience as a startup and/or commissioning manager in the fields of Electrical, Mechanical, or Building Management System(BMs)/Controls systems.
• Broad-based experience and expertise in multiple technical building systems (mechanical, electrical, BMS).