KALCON · 6 hours ago
Commissioning Project Engineer (Owner's Representative) - Data Center Constructi
Cedar Rapids, IA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expKALCON is involved in mission critical data center projects and is seeking a Commissioning Project Engineer to support the Commissioning Manager. The role involves coordinating commissioning activities, maintaining documentation, and ensuring systems are ready for testing and turnover in accordance with Owner standards.
Construction
Responsibilities
Support the Commissioning Manager in executing the full commissioning lifecycle from construction through turnover
Assist with coordination between the General Contractor, commissioning agents, subcontractors, vendors, and design teams
Participate in commissioning planning meetings and support schedule coordination activities
Help maintain alignment between construction progress, system readiness, and commissioning milestones
Assist in maintaining the project Commissioning Plan, schedules, and readiness trackers
Administer commissioning software platforms (e.g., CxAlloy) by tracking issues, checklists, test results, and closeout documentation
Track commissioning related RFIs, submittals, deficiency items, and action items
Verify that commissioning documentation meets Owner turnover requirements
Perform routine site walks to verify system installation status and readiness for commissioning activities
Confirm completion of corrective actions and deficiency resolution
Support verification that systems are installed in accordance with drawings, specifications, and applicable codes and standards
Assist with tracking equipment start up readiness and testing prerequisites
Support Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs), Site Acceptance Tests (SATs), and Integrated Systems Testing (IST)
Assist with witnessing tests, documenting results, and tracking issues to closure
Coordinate with vendors and contractors to confirm testing scope, responsibilities, and schedules
Provide regular status updates to the Commissioning Manager on system readiness, testing progress, and open issues
Assist in preparing commissioning reports, readiness summaries, and KPI tracking
Support Commissioning Manager participation in OAC and coordination meetings
Assist with SOP development and review activities
Support audits of SIPPs, Pre Task Plans, and commissioning safety documentation
Help ensure documentation, training materials, and turnover packages are complete and accurate
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related technical field
3-7 years of construction, MEP, or commissioning experience on mission critical projects
Working knowledge of electrical, mechanical, controls, and life safety systems
Familiarity with commissioning processes, documentation, and testing methodologies
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
Strong organizational, communication, and problem solving skills
Ability to work in a fast paced, schedule driven construction environment
Preferred
Experience with commissioning and construction software such as CxAlloy, Bluebeam, and Procore
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) retirement plan with 4% KALCON match when an employee contributes at least 5%
15 days of paid time off
8 paid National Holidays
Reimbursement for professional licenses and certifications
Company
KALCON
We are a Project Management, Construction Management, Project Controls, and Owner's Representation firm specializing in Mission Critical, Semiconductor, and Advanced Manufacturing projects.
51-200 employees
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