Project Manager / Owner's Representative - Data Center Electrical Engineering SME

Turner & Townsend$110K — $130K *
Technical Services
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Preferred 10 years of relevant electrical engineering experience.
  • Knowledge of data center and mission-critical design concepts, NEC, NFPA 70E, and OSHA requirements.
  • Extensive experience with medium voltage power distribution and associated equipment.
  • Previous experience as a Field Service Representative or NETA testing agent.
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical and controls schematics.
  • Experience in bidding, designing, operating, and commissioning electrical distribution systems.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with the team to develop data center electrical designs from BOD to IFC.
  • Navigate construction and commissioning issues across power systems components.
  • Work with multiple teams to ensure quality installation and adherence to schedule.
  • Manage power system issues throughout the project lifecycle, from design to installation.
  • Generate scope of work for equipment portions of major infrastructure upgrades.
  • Interface with teams and manufacturers to deliver required electrical solutions.
  • Inspect and oversee medium voltage installations and collaborate with site teams.

Benefits

  • Relocation assistance for the right candidate is available.
  • Support for work-life balance and flexible working environment.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
Full Job Description
Job Description

About the Role:

The Data Center Electrical Engineer Owner's Representative Project Manager will lead all aspects of the Electrical Scope of Data Center construction projects! This service is not intended to take the place of the responsibilities of the Engineer of Record for the projects and there are no requirements for providing PE stamped or sealed documents while performing the services outlined below. Though the experience and the background of Professional Engineers to perform these services are preferred. The engineering resources will follow the Owner's specifications, standards for quality, and commissioning methodology. Join our team onsite in Austin/San Antonio, TX! We are willing to provide relocation assistance for the right candidate.

What You'll Do:
  • Collaborate with the core team to understand and develop the data center electrical designs, from starting basis of design (BOD) to issue for constructions (IFC), for new data center project build-outs and major infrastructure upgrades.
  • Navigate construction and Cx issues from HV substation to MV equipment to LV branch circuits.
  • Work in collaboration with QCx, GC, EC, PM, DCOPs, & Central Engineering Teams to remediate issues, deliver quality installation, and maintain construction schedule.
  • Manage all power system issues during concept design, detailed design, procurement, bidding, manufacturing, delivery, and installation on site.
  • Identify and resolve issues raised by the cross-functional teams and various external stakeholders.
  • Generate scope of work for the equipment portions of major infrastructure upgrades based on project needs. Work with internal teams to update and document the configuration as it evolves.
  • Interface closely with the Global Commodities team, the manufacturers, and various global and local Engineering teams in order to deliver the electrical solutions needed for each project.
  • Update and maintain the internal design specifications, drawings and standards in accordance with the latest configurations and including all 'lessons learned' in relation to all equipment.
  • Work with EOR for medium voltage duct bank designs.
  • Develop training and documentation for new and existing construction quality tools and processes.
  • Work with the Central Region for roll-out of new medium voltage standards and specifications.
  • Inspect medium voltage terminations and work with the site team on all medium voltage needs.
  • Review pull calculations, walk through cables pulling process and oversee medium voltage cable pulls.
  • Manage project budgets, scheduling, planning, and contractor resource assignment.
  • Track contractor performance including billing against budget and contract, manage proposals, SOW's, bids, scope definition, engineering design cycles, and design review and approvals.


Qualifications

What You'll Need:
  • Preferred 10 years relevant experience electrical experience.
  • Knowledge of data center and mission critical design concepts, NEC, NFPA 70E, and OSHA safety requirements.
  • Extensive experience with medium voltage power distribution distribution (AIS & GIS switchgear, controls schematics, MV cable installation, relays, etc.).
  • Former experience as Field Service Representative (FSR) or as a NETA testing agent.
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical, mechanical, and controls schematics & diagrams.
  • Ability to work with the Data Center Engineering teams and Quality teams to develop test scripts and protocols, ensuring validation design intent.
  • Experience in bidding, designing, operating and commissioning of electrical distribution systems, from high voltage (HV) transformers to branch circuits.
  • Experience with power systems and electrical testing and standards.
  • Demonstrated skills in requirements gathering, resource organization, task prioritization, scheduling and achieving objectives on schedule and within budget.
  • Basic understanding of short circuit coordination & arc-flash (SCCAF) Reports (AF labeling, coordination of protective devices, etc.)
  • Great attitude with internal customers and external parties, and able to address any issues.
  • HV/MV/LV systems experience with equipment such as switchgear, cables, terminations, transformers, etc.


Additional Information

SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

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