IPS-Integrated Project Services
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Job Description
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. We are looking for a talented
Trade Project Manager to join our dedicated team at our office located in
Vikhroli, India.
In this role, you will be responsible for the overall planning, execution, and closing of assigned trade packages within the data center construction project. This role requires a strong understanding of data center infrastructure, critical systems, and construction best practices. The individual will act as the primary point of contact for designated trade contractors, ensuring their work aligns with project goals, budget, schedule, quality standards, and safety regulations. Partner needs to propose discipline-wise trade PMs.
Project Overview
This project involves the ground-up construction of a 40MW data center building (1 building out of 3), including multiple data halls, administrative offices, and associated critical infrastructure (power, cooling, network)
Objectives Of The Role
The primary objectives of the Trade Project Manager are to
- Ensure successful delivery of assigned trade packages within scope, budget, and schedule
- Maintain high standards of quality and workmanship for all trade activities
- Foster a safe working environment and ensure compliance with all safety protocols
- Facilitate effective communication and collaboration between trade contractors, internal teams, and stakeholders
- Proactively identify and mitigate risks associated with trade work
- Optimize trade performance and efficiency throughout the project lifecycle
The Trade Project Manager's responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following for their assigned trade packages.
- Assist in defining, refining, and validating the scope of work for each assigned trade package.
- Collaborate with procurement teams on RFI/RFP processes, bid evaluations, and contractor selection.
- Review and understand trade contracts, including terms, conditions, scope, and deliverables
- Develop and maintain detailed trade-specific schedules, integrating with the master project schedule.
- Identify critical path activities and potential bottlenecks.
- Assist in developing and managing trade-specific budgets, tracking actual costs against estimates.
- Conduct thorough risk assessments for each trade package and develop mitigation strategies.
- Ensure trade work complies with all relevant building codes, regulations, and permits.
- On-site Management: Provide daily on-site supervision and oversight of trade contractor activities to ensure adherence to plans, specifications, and safety protocols
- Monitor progress against schedule, identify deviations, and implement corrective actions
- Implement and enforce quality control measures.
- Conduct regular inspections, review submittals (shop drawings, material samples), and ensure work meets specified quality standards.
- Track and manage costs, review and approve invoices, change orders, and progress payments for assigned trades.
- Manage change orders, including scope clarification, cost estimation, negotiation, and documentation.
- Continuously monitor and manage risks, proactively addressing issues that could impact schedule, budget, or quality.
- Enforce all site safety regulations and protocols.
- Conduct regular safety briefings, toolbox talks, and incident investigations as required.
- Facilitate coordination meetings between trades to resolve clashes, optimize workflow, and ensure seamless integration of systems.
- Prepare and submit regular progress reports to the Senior Project Manager/Construction Manager, highlighting achievements, challenges, and upcoming activities.
- Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including daily logs, meeting minutes, RFIs, submittals, change orders, and correspondence.
- Monitor the delivery and installation of owner-furnished equipment (OFE) and contractor-procured materials relevant to assigned trades.
- Collaborate with the commissioning team to ensure trade systems are installed correctly and ready for testing and commissioning.
- Address any deficiencies identified during the process.
- Develop and manage punch lists for assigned trades, ensuring timely completion of all outstanding items.
- Ensure trades provide accurate as-built drawings and documentation.
- Facilitate the handover of warranties and operational manuals from trades.
- Support the final acceptance process for trade work.
The Trade Project Manager's performance will be measured against the following KPIs
- Schedule Adherence: Percentage of assigned trade packages delivered on time.
- Budget Adherence: Percentage of assigned trade packages completed within budget.
- Quality Compliance: Number of reworks or deficiencies identified after quality checks.
- Safety Performance: Zero lost-time incidents for assigned trades. Compliance with safety audits.
- RFI/Submittal Turnaround: Timeliness in processing and responding to RFIs and submittals.
- Change Order Management: Efficiency and cost-effectiveness in managing change orders.
- Stakeholder Satisfaction: Feedback from internal teams and trade contractors.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil), or a related field.
- 15+ years of progressive experience in construction project management, with a significant portion dedicated to data center or critical infrastructure projects.
- Data Center Expertise: In-depth knowledge of data center systems (power distribution, cooling, fire suppression, security, structured cabling) and their interdependencies.
- Ability to read and interpret complex blueprints, schematics, and specifications.
- Project Management Tools (Desired): Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Primavera P6, Microsoft Project), construction management platforms (e.g., ACC, Procore, Aconex), and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Excellent leadership, communication (written and verbal), negotiation, and interpersonal skills. Ability to effectively manage and motivate trade contractors.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.
- Strong commitment to safety and ability to enforce safety protocols.
- Preferred certifications: PMP, LEED AP, or relevant industry certifications.
Working Conditions
- This role will primarily be based on the construction site, requiring daily presence.
- Ability to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
- May require occasional travel to vendor sites or other project locations.
- Ability to work extended hours as project demands require.
- Physical ability to navigate a construction site, including climbing ladders, lifting moderate weights, and working in various weather conditions.
About Us
IPS, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a global leader in technical consulting, architecture, engineering, procurement, construction management, commissioning, qualification, and validation services for technically complex facilities. Integration is how we think and work. It requires the ability to unite existing and emerging technologies into a process that reliably delivers products and accelerates speed to market. That end-to-end mindset allows us to be agile and anticipate challenges as we move projects toward operational readiness. IPS applies design and delivery expertise, client-side experience, and supplier-side insight to every project. We infuse our curiosity, our passion, and our commitment to partnership in delivering solutions at any scale. We meet our clients where they are and get them to where they need to go. That’s only possible when we care as much as our clients do.
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.
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