Commissioning Project Manager
Location: New York
Fulltime
Job Description:
We are seeking an ambitious individual to serve as a Commissioning Project Manager (CxPM) with expertise in mechanical / controls systems in our New York office. This position will place a successful candidate into a team of industry leading commissioning/QA-QC mechanical systems testing engineers who lead the Commissioning process and provide technical oversight of the testing of mechanical equipment, controls and distribution systems. Project Management / oversight includes but is not limited to, mechanical system(s) upgrades in existing facilities, new mechanical systems testing (new construction) for fortune 500 companies throughout the U.S. Projects include data centers, trading floors, broadcast facilities, high rise infrastructure and high-end office HVAC systems. Scope includes ASHRAE Level-1 through Level-5 Commissioning, LEED Cx, Energy Code Cx, Retro Cx on mechanical infrastructure equipment generation, distribution and controls systems. It also includes predictive preventative maintenance program planning and execution, and systemic and component troubleshooting throughout the commissioning process.
We will be selecting a candidate who thrives on challenges and constantly pushes the norm. This role requires the ability to develop clients and attract new business, manage internal teams, and execute multiple projects (of long and short duration) concurrently while developing and assisting in growing a group that is capable of executing the Cx process on projects on a regional and national basis. This person will also support sales and business development efforts by establishing, maintaining and cultivating client relationships. Suitable candidates need to possess knowledge and experience with industry standards and latest technologies in mechanical systems infrastructure. The ability to lead Cx projects and teams, communicate and work with clients, owner’s representatives, facility engineers and ’s multi-discipline staff and project teams are essential.
The position is viewed as a dynamic and entrepreneurial position that helps drive change, internally and externally, through the firm. The CxPM is responsible for not only their projects but helping those around them. The candidate should view this as a high opportunity position with the opportunity for advancement. At , we believe in collaboration, and that we as a whole are better than the sum of our parts, so we actively share work and knowledge across all five of our offices.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Manage Cx Projects
- Serve as a project manager on select projects in Cx Group. Project types include new builds, renovations, fitouts and infrastructure upgrades, LEED Cx, Energy Code Cx and Retro Cx.
- The CxPM role is client facing. The responsibilities include: Review RFP’s, attend pre-bid walkthroughs with the writing of proposals, test scripts and reports are expected. The role also includes planning of work, execution and day-to-day management of internal teams and clients.
- The CxPM will provide all management functions including scope responsibilities, client management, scheduling, and financials.
- Assist other CxPM’s across all locations of the enterprise.
- Develop a core group of assistant project managers eventually capable of performing independently on similar project types.
- As a CxPM based out of the New York office, it is expected that the majority of time will be spent in the local area. Travel to other offices is encouraged on an as-needed basis. National travel to project sites is expected and will occur infrequently on an as-needed basis based on the requirements of the project. This candidate must be willing to work various hours (days, nights, weekends etc.) to support project commissioning activities.
- Mentor Staff
- Be a technical resource for the staff.
- Manage/schedule quality control reviews to reinforce technical lessons and company processes.
- Complete internal peer reviews and provide input in multi-discipline page turns, across all offices, to assist in the development of a comprehensive design.
- Manage/schedule document reviews prior to all major project deliverables.
- Participate in Project Staffing Support
- Review workforce projections and determine how it relates to staffing.
- Identify times and strategies to manipulate design schedules to work with staffing.
- Provide input on individual staff member performance, advancement, and potential.
- Participate in staff performance reviews when appropriate.
- Drive ownership, accountability and culture through the company.
- Interact with partners and executives on a regular basis to further the growth and quality agenda of the firm.
- Marketing / Business Development Support
- Identify potential business opportunities.
- Work with the leadership team to develop fees on complex projects.
- Develop and maintain client relationships.
- Grow the volume and footprint of the office market sectors.
Qualifications:
- At least ten years’ experience in commissioning or adjacent field (construction, owner’s representative, etc.)
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or other relevant field
- EIT/PE/CMPM preferred
- Strong technical writing skills
- Knowledge of building codes
- Strong interpersonal and team building skills
- Knowledge of industry best practices and the latest technologies for mechanical / controls systems commissioning
- The position is viewed as a dynamic and entrepreneurial position that helps drive change, internally and externally, through the firm. The Project Manager is responsible for not only their projects but helping those around them. The candidate should view this as a high opportunity position with the opportunity for advancement. At , we believe in collaboration, and that we as a whole are better than the sum of our parts, so we actively share work and knowledge across all five of our offices.