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Equinix

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior & Expert Level
  • Engineering
  • Dublin

AI generated summary

  • You should have 7+ years of data center commissioning experience, 3+ years in a leadership role, and a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
  • You will manage commissioning plans, communicate with stakeholders, oversee project budgets, develop test procedures, issue reports, and optimize building operations while leading external resources.

Requirements

  • 7+ years of data center commissioning experience preferred
  • 3+ years leadership experience in a mission-critical environment preferred
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering / Mechanical Engineering preferred

Responsibilities

  • Creates and implements multi-facility, standards-based commissioning plans and schedules
  • Provides input and suggestions on new and existing Critical Environment Programs
  • Communicates effectively with both business operations and construction managers
  • Responsible for regional, short- to medium-term pipeline management to inform resource planning
  • Liaises with internal construction managers and external general contractors on the planning and execution of all commissioning activities
  • Maintains commissioning logs, equipment checklist, and other tools to track commissioning projects
  • Responsible to the construction project manager for input into the project budget for all commissioning activities
  • Develops electrical and mechanical Functional Performance Test procedures and Factory Acceptance Test Procedures
  • Issues customer-facing reports
  • Interacts with and presents to key customers on progress against commissioning plans and achievement of Ready for Sales (RFS) dates
  • Acts as point of contact for customer escalations throughout the commissioning process
  • Follows all commissioning processes and escalates any potential improvements to senior management
  • Develops standardized schedules and commissioning scopes based on specific customer contract requirements
  • Responsible for all internal and external progress reporting for all projects during the commissioning phase, in coordination with construction project manager
  • Prepares commissioning test procedures and reports
  • Writes comprehensive reports that include recommendations for optimizing building operations, functional checklists, list of deficiencies, equipment operation and maintenance manuals
  • Responsible for collating historical data regarding specific equipment startup and testing challenges and reporting back to all Owner Furnished Contractor Installed (OFCI) equipment vendors
  • Provides input into data analytics/metrics reporting
  • Undertakes quarterly business reviews with vendors to review performance and ways to improve interaction
  • Responsible for production of project-specific commissioning RFPs and responding to bid clarifications
  • Responsible for leveling and recommending commissioning consultant award
  • Leads and manages external resources
  • Schedules and directs periodic commissioning meetings
  • Determines vendor KPIs and conducts lessons learned reviews

FAQs

What is the main responsibility of a Commissioning Senior Manager at Equinix?

The main responsibility is to plan and coordinate the commissioning for large-scale greenfield data centers and retrofit live data centers.

What qualifications are preferred for the Commissioning Senior Manager position?

The preferred qualifications include 7+ years of data center commissioning experience, 3+ years of leadership experience in a mission-critical environment, and a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.

What type of environment does Equinix promote for its employees?

Equinix promotes an equitable work environment that embraces diversity in thought and contribution, which is foundational to the company's core values.

Will the Commissioning Senior Manager be involved with customer interactions?

Yes, the Commissioning Senior Manager will interact with key customers, present progress against commissioning plans, and act as the point of contact for customer escalations throughout the commissioning process.

Is there a focus on vendor management in this role?

Yes, the role includes responsibilities for vendor management, such as conducting quarterly business reviews, producing project-specific RFPs, and determining vendor KPIs.

What type of reports will the Commissioning Senior Manager be responsible for?

They will be responsible for internal and external progress reporting during the commissioning phase and preparing commissioning test procedures and reports.

Does Equinix offer accommodations for individuals with disabilities?

Yes, Equinix is committed to ensuring an open employment process for all individuals, including those with a disability, and offers assistance or accommodations as needed.

What is the approach of Equinix towards Equal Employment Opportunity?

Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, ensuring that all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to protected statuses as defined by law.

What kind of projects will the Commissioning Senior Manager be managing?

The Commissioning Senior Manager will manage commissioning activities for both new large-scale greenfield data centers and retrofitting existing live data centers.

How often will the Commissioning Senior Manager interact with construction managers?

The Commissioning Senior Manager is expected to communicate effectively and regularly with both business operations and construction managers regarding the planning and execution of commissioning activities.

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Equinix

Technology
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
1998
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Equinix is a leading global data centre and interconnection company, specialising in providing secure and reliable infrastructure solutions for businesses to connect and collaborate. Their ultimate mission is to enable digital transformation and innovation by offering a platform that allows organisations to seamlessly interconnect with partners, customers, and ecosystems. Equinix's purpose is to empower businesses with the tools and capabilities to thrive in a digital world, supporting them in leveraging the power of interconnected data centres to enhance performance, expand reach, and drive growth while maintaining the highest standards of security and sustainability.