Act as a commissioning agent of Electrical systems directing and documenting testing on-site. * Electrical systems including Generators, UPS, PDU, ATS, STS, electrical distribution, EPMS systems in a ...
Act as a commissioning agent of Electrical systems directing and documenting testing on-site. * Electrical systems including Generators, UPS, PDU, ATS, STS, electrical distribution, EPMS systems in a ...
Act as a commissioning agent of Electrical systems directing and documenting testing on-site. * Electrical systems including Generators, UPS, PDU, ATS, STS, electrical distribution, EPMS systems in a ...
Act as a commissioning agent of Electrical systems directing and documenting testing on-site. * Electrical systems including Generators, UPS, PDU, ATS, STS, electrical distribution, EPMS systems in a ...
Project Engineer, Commissioning - Data Center Facilities
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Act as a commissioning agent of Electricalsystems directing and documenting testing on-site. * Electrical systems including Generators, UPS, PDU, ATS, STS, electrical distribution, EPMS systems in a ...
Project Engineer, Commissioning - Data Center Facilities
Glen Allen, VA · On-site
$86 - $135/hr
Act as a commissioning agent of Electricalsystems directing and documenting testing on-site. * Electrical systems including Generators, UPS, PDU, ATS, STS, electrical distribution, EPMS systems in a ...
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Your Opportunity The Commissioning Consultant performs basic technical and project management duties under the supervision of a Senior Commissioning Authority or Project Manager. Understands and ...
Commissioning Consultant-Mission Critical Facilities
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$91K - $132K/yr
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Senior Commissioning Specialist
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$130K - $170K/yr
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Vienna, VA · On-site
$105 - $140/hr
... and commissioning agent. • Process Vendor startup and commissioning. • Assist with organizing MEP client training. • Train and provide guidance to MEP Team on MEP concepts and installation ...
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MEP Coordinator
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$105 - $140/hr
... and commissioning agent. • Process Vendor startup and commissioning. • Assist with organizing MEP client training. • Train and provide guidance to MEP Team on MEP concepts and installation ...
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Senior MEP Coordinator
Vienna, VA · On-site
$136 - $180/hr
... and commissioning agent. • Process Vendor startup and commissioning. • Assist with organizing MEP client training. • Train and provide guidance to MEP Team on MEP concepts and installation ...
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Senior MEP Coordinator
Vienna, VA · On-site
$136 - $180/hr
... and commissioning agent. • Process Vendor startup and commissioning. • Assist with organizing MEP client training. • Train and provide guidance to MEP Team on MEP concepts and installation ...
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Technical Program Manager - Data Centers
Manassas, VA · On-site
$113 - $150/hr
PMP or Commissioning Agent Certification. * 5+ years' construction/field services experience in data center space. * Proficiency in project management and construction industry software packages.
Technical Program Manager - Data Centers
Manassas, VA · On-site
$113 - $150/hr
PMP or Commissioning Agent Certification. * 5+ years' construction/field services experience in data center space. * Proficiency in project management and construction industry software packages.
Coordinate with the Commissioning Agent to ensure compliance with the approved commissioning plan * Monitor and track close-out deficiencies and warranty items. * Support the integration of as-built ...
Coordinate with the Commissioning Agent to ensure compliance with the approved commissioning plan * Monitor and track close-out deficiencies and warranty items. * Support the integration of as-built ...
Technical Program Manager - Data Centers
Manassas, VA · On-site
$113K - $150K/yr
... Commissioning Agent Certification Skills: POSITION CRITERIA: Collaborative working style & self-starter; ability to work remotely without co-located supervision Strong experience in power ...
Technical Program Manager - Data Centers
Manassas, VA · On-site
$113K - $150K/yr
... Commissioning Agent Certification Skills: POSITION CRITERIA: Collaborative working style & self-starter; ability to work remotely without co-located supervision Strong experience in power ...
Coordinate with the Commissioning Agent to ensure compliance with the approved commissioning plan * Monitor and track close-out deficiencies and warranty items. * Support the integration of as-built ...
Coordinate with the Commissioning Agent to ensure compliance with the approved commissioning plan * Monitor and track close-out deficiencies and warranty items. * Support the integration of as-built ...
Coordinate with the Commissioning Agent to ensure compliance with the approved commissioning plan * Monitor and track close-out deficiencies and warranty items. * Support the integration of as-built ...
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Coordinate with the Commissioning Agent to ensure compliance with the approved commissioning plan * Monitor and track close-out deficiencies and warranty items. * Support the integration of as-built ...
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Data Center Security Installation Commissioning Specialist (Tech Specialist 2) - Sterling, VA
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Lead system commissioning activities with customer's testing agent. * Support multiple project tasks concurrently. * Experience working in a data center is a plus. * Software House CCure access ...
Data Center Security Installation Commissioning Specialist (Tech Specialist 2) - Sterling, VA
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Fire Protection Designer at Tech USA Richmond, VA
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$75 - $90/hr
... commissioning activities. * Field installation experience and/or NICET Level III or higher. * Knowledge of specialized suppression systems (e.g., foam, clean agent, mist, etc.). * Revit experience.
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Fire Protection Designer at Tech USA Richmond, VA
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Assess Agent performance and escalate performance issues to Agent Account Representatives * Conduct ... Extensive experience in quality control & quality assurance (QA/QC) and/or Commissioning (Cx ...
Assess Agent performance and escalate performance issues to Agent Account Representatives * Conduct ... Extensive experience in quality control & quality assurance (QA/QC) and/or Commissioning (Cx ...
... as the Owner's Agent and will be responsible for verifying the implementation of the energy ... Work with construction and commissioning teams to ensure safe working conditions to properly test ...
... as the Owner's Agent and will be responsible for verifying the implementation of the energy ... Work with construction and commissioning teams to ensure safe working conditions to properly test ...
Special Hazards Engineer 3 - Tysons, VA
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... commissioning, and project execution of special hazards fire suppression and releasing systems ... Design and engineer special hazards fire suppression systems including clean agent, CO₂, foam ...
Special Hazards Engineer 3 - Tysons, VA
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... commissioning, and project execution of special hazards fire suppression and releasing systems ... Design and engineer special hazards fire suppression systems including clean agent, CO₂, foam ...
Senior Waterfront Engineering & Production Integration Lead
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Experience in Fire Alarm, VESDA, and Clean Agent system design is required, along with experience in FLS Commissioning. Engineer requirements: * Bachelor's Degree from accredited college or ...
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$86K - $135K/yr
Full-time
Re-posted 13 days ago
Job description
Project Engineer, Commissioning - Data Center Facilities
4245 North Fairfax Drive, Suite 700, Arlington, United States
Full-time
Travel is required for this role.
Work at the heart of sustainable change with Ramboll in the Americas
Ramboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. As a foundation-owned people company, founded in Denmark, we believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So, that's where we start - and how we work. Our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act and being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. Ramboll in the Americas has thousands of experts working across more than 70 offices. Ramboll experts deliver innovative solutions across Environment & Health, Water, Energy, and Planning & Urban Design.
Ramboll's Data Center Facilities team (formerly EYP Mission Critical Facilities) is a pioneer and leader in Data Center Strategy, Planning, Design, Integration, Commissioning and Testing with experience working in thousands of data centers in the U.S. and across the globe. We provide a broad set of services for enterprise, institutional, web scale, service provider and colocation companies.
Our team of consultants assist clients in understanding how to bring data closer to their own customers, bringing all components of IT and the facility together, and enable rapid deployment of a solution that achieves critical objectives.
We believe we are strongly positioned to create flexible environments that can easily adapt to changes and disruptions -- while eliminating risks and creating efficiencies.
This career-growth minded opportunity offers exciting projects with leading-edge technology and innovation.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Act as a commissioning agent of Electrical systems directing and documenting testing on-site.
- Electrical systems including Generators, UPS, PDU, ATS, STS, electrical distribution, EPMS systems in a variety of environments.
- Manage projects, plans, provide and gather specifications, and execute assignments in a multidisciplinary engineering Commissioning role for large facility projects.
- Review design criteria, specifications, drawings, equipment submittals, and other documentation pertinent to commissioning.
- The Commissioning agents adhere to a thorough quality management/QC process and procedures that validate and document our client's systems.
- Identify and assemble required documentation, drawings, and data from clients, vendors, and contractors.
- Develop site-specific commission plans.
- Develop and/or review factory witness test procedures for major equipment.
- Attend factory witness tests and provide a detailed report identifying deficiencies.
- Schedule and lead commissioning meetings while ensuring proper documentation.
- Develop and administer functional tests for various building Electrical normal, emergency and critical power systems
- Develop and maintain commissioning logs, equipment checklist, and other tools to track commissioning projects, write comprehensive final commissioning report.
- Complete documentation in real time using cloud data collection or hard copy forms when required.
- Help lead and manage any external resources; Schedule and direct periodic commissioning meetings; Attend construction and coordination meetings if required for the project.
- Interface with clients, contractors, equipment vendors and owners' agents as needed; Execute project assignments; Interface with project contractors, vendors, and testing technicians; interact with all facets of the company: engineering, design, etc.
- Submit progress reports and commissioning meeting notes to the project and facility manager.
- Respond to customer inquiries in a manner that exceeds the customer's expectations.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent military or industrial training with 3+ years of experience" in mechanical/controls engineering, energy services, plant operations, or related field or Construction Management.
- Previous Data Center/Mission critical experience.
- Experience in the commissioning or maintaining of electrical and mechanical systems.
- Experience with working with general contractors and excellent skills in communicating expectations.
- Knowledgeable in major regulations, industry codes and standards as well as basic construction materials, means and methods.
Experience commissioning in data centers is strongly preferred
Additional information
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across severalU.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets. The U.S. pay range for this positionis $86,000 - $135,000 annually and does not include bonuses, overtime or other forms of compensation or benefits. Paywithin this range varies by work locationand may also depend on job-related knowledge, skills,and experience. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the job location during the hiring process
Where People Flourish
Our mission is to create sustainable societies where people and nature flourish. This means that a culture of inclusion is embedded in everything we do. Our people bring diverse backgrounds and experiences to the company, enabling us to deliver innovative and forward-thinking solutions to our clients. We also know how important it is to achieve the right balance of where, when, and how much you work. At Ramboll, we offer flexibility as part of our positive and inclusive approach to work. We are committed to equal employment opportunity, regardless of age, disability or medical condition, gender identity, marriage and domestic partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, ancestry, or national origin, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation, military service and veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Ramboll wants to ensure opportunities are accessible to candidates with disabilities. So, please let us know if there are any changes we could make to the application process to make it more comfortable for you. You can contact us at [email protected] with such requests.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
About Ramboll Americas
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Industry
Construction
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
Arlington, VA, US