Commissioning Lead, Mechanical at IPS-Integrated Project Services

At IPS, we are global leaders in developing innovative solutions for the consulting, architecture, engineering, project controls, procurement, construction management, and CQV of technically complex facilities, primarily in the life sciences industry.

In this role, you will perform mission-critical facilities commissioning-based services with a primary focus on standalone commissioning. You will also consult on and manage commissioning projects as developed and defined in project agreements with IPS’ clients. Additionally, you will perform site auditing, quality reviews, and commissioning services as required to meet project requirements and develop business opportunities and projects with a primary focus on commissioning and related consulting.

Additional Responsibilities

• Provides client management functions.

• Provide working knowledge in the delivery of technical projects in these areas.

• Provide consulting-based services in areas of expertise.

• Manage project teams delivering primarily standalone commissioning.

• Equipment pre-start-up and start-up procedures; development of test scripts, checklists, and Comprehensive Commissioning documentation.

• Write comprehensive reports which include the following sections: recommendations for optimizing building operations, functional checklists, list of deficiencies, equipment operation, reports (air flow, heat transfer, etc.), and manuals.

• Review design criteria, specifications, drawings, equipment submittals, and other pertinent documentation to commissioning.

• Develop and administer functional tests for various building MEP systems, such as fire alarm and control systems, HVAC, Chillers, and CRAC units.

• Integrated system testing; compilation of all testing procedure results, and commission plan preparation.

• Support, train, mentor, and guide Commissioning Consultants and overall department staff in the delivery of commissioning services and areas of expertise.

• Perform commissioning-related audits of clients’ facilities and quality systems.

• Assume Project Management/Project Executive roles as requested and required to meet IPS workload demands.

• Remain highly active in professional organizations and strive to be recognized in the industry.

• Provide training and seminar presentations to the industry.

• Network at professional functions and develop project leads and opportunities through industry contacts.

• Support strategic BD activities through networking.

• Generate and perform commissioning deliverable activities, audits, and other related services as required, to meet project requirements and personal billability goals.

• Work with potential new and existing clients to initiate projects following current industry practices.

• Perform strategic and master planning activities to assure projects are initiated/started “on the right foot”.

• Other duties as assigned.

• A Bachelor of Science in Engineering or a Bachelor of Science in a related field is required or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years’ experience in the Mechanical/ HVAC Field.
• Demonstrated/recognized areas of expertise by industry in start-up, QA/QC, and commissioning.
• Experience with commissioning and other related activities and processes.
• Detailed experience in a commissioning discipline with a knowledge and understanding of pharmaceutical.
• Design/Build/Commission/Validate processes and how they relate to regulatory requirements and cGMP regulations within the E.U. and U.S. FDA.
• Familiar with LEED commissioning requirements
• Previous Data Center/Mission Critical experience.
• Experience with leading CxA Projects.
• Mechanical equipment testing experience in a Critical Facilities / Data Center Facilities environment.
• Experience with Level 1-5 Commissioning.

Preferred Qualifications

• A/E experience working in complex facilities or mission-critical projects.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to stand, sit, and walk for prolonged periods.
• Must possess the ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl as required.
• Must be able to lift and move objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Must be able to climb ladders as necessary.

Work Environment

• Must be able to work in both indoor and outdoor environments, which may include exposure to varying working conditions.

Travel

• This position will have up to 100% travel, or as required by the assigned project.
• Position may be assigned to the client site for an extended period.
• Overnight travel or staying in the city of the Client’s location is possible, depending on the assignment.
• Travel will be per the IPS Travel Policy, client-specific travel policy, or project-specific travel plan.
• Must have access to reliable transportation.

Safety

• This position is a safety-sensitive position.
• The employee is designated for field work and attends activities at client sites where they work in construction, process, packaging, manufacturing, research, or other "non-administrative" areas.

All interviews are conducted either in person or virtually, with video required.

IPS, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a global leader in developing innovative business solutions for the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries. Through operational expertise and industry-leading knowledge, skill, and passion, IPS provides consultancy services, architecture, engineering, project controls, construction management, and compliance services that allow clients to develop and manufacture life-impacting products. IPS, inclusive of its Enterprise entities, has over 3,500 professionals in over 45 offices across 17 countries in the Americas, Europe, Asia Pacific, Southeast Asia, Australia, and the Middle East. For further information, please visit www.ipsdb.com.

Specialties

Process Architecture, Process Design, Engineering, Construction, Commissioning, Qualification, LEAN Project Delivery, Strategic Master Planning, Energy Conservation Management, Project Controls, Program/Project Management, Operations/Logistics Strategy and Planning, EPCMV and Staffing Services.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at IPS without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status protected by law. IPS is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

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