Utility Shutdown Coordinator

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What this job involves: ​The Utilities Shutdown Coordinator is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing critical utility and electrical shutdowns across an expansive 1.9 million square foot campus in North Brunswick, NJ. In this essential facilities role, you will ensure all shutdown activities are conducted safely and efficiently with minimal operational impact across our 18-building campus. You will engage with diverse teams across multiple trades, secure necessary approvals, develop comprehensive safety procedures, and coordinate system restoration activities while managing multiple concurrent projects and facilitating seamless communication between technical teams and operational stakeholders in this dynamic campus environment.

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Initiate and document utility shutdown requests while coordinating with operational schedules across the multi-building campus

• Review electrical panel schedules and piping & instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs) to define accurate project scope

• Identify and engage internal and external stakeholders affected by planned shutdown activities

• Analyze operational, safety, and system impacts to minimize business disruption during shutdowns

• Validate backup power systems (UPS, generators) functionality prior to executing shutdown procedures

• Facilitate stakeholder meetings and secure formal approvals through clear presentation of technical requirements

• Coordinate with JLL facilities teams to schedule onsite support and staffing for shutdown execution

• Develop Method of Procedure (MOP), Job Hazard Analysis (JHA), and secure required permits and authorizations

• Oversee high-voltage contractor coordination for electrical work exceeding 40 Cal/4160V systems

Required qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years experience in facilities, utilities, or industrial operations (or 3 years with relevant education)

• OSHA 30 certification in industrial management

• Demonstrated experience with NFPA 70E electrical safety standards

• Current Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and Arc Flash Training certifications

• Proven experience developing Job Hazard Analysis (JHA), Method of Procedure (MOP), and work permitting processes

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite for documentation and project coordination

• Experience managing multiple concurrent work orders (5-15 simultaneously)

• Availability for planned after-hours work scheduled in advance

Preferred qualifications:

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Facilities Management

• Experience managing electrical or utility shutdowns in mission-critical facilities environments

• Familiarity with high-voltage electrical systems (4160V and above) and safety protocols

• Cross-functional knowledge in electrical, HVAC, mechanical systems, carpentry, and plumbing trades

• Experience working in office environments with field verification responsibilities

• Background in multi-building campus or large-scale industrial facility operations

• Knowledge of utility coordination processes and contractor management protocols

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Estimated compensation for this position:

110,000.00 – 159,500.00 USD per year

This range is an estimate and actual compensation may differ. Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.

Location:

On-site –North Brunswick, NJ

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the requirements.  We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

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