Commissioning Manager

Responsibilities

• Lead commissioning activities on hyperscale data center projects from pre-construction through final turnover.
• Manage and coordinate third-party commissioning agents, trade partners, consultants, and client stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain commissioning plans, schedules, and testing procedures.
• Oversee mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP), controls, and integrated systems testing.
• Drive successful Level 1-5 commissioning activities and IST execution.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement corrective actions to maintain schedule milestones.
• Ensure all commissioning documentation, quality requirements, and turnover packages are completed accurately.
• Partner closely with construction, MEP, QA/QC, and operations teams throughout project delivery.
• Support client meetings and provide regular updates on commissioning progress and readiness.

Requirements

• 5+ years of commissioning experience specifically within data center environments.
• Strong knowledge of mission-critical MEP systems, including electrical distribution, UPS, generators, HVAC, chilled water, and controls systems.
• Experience leading commissioning efforts on large-scale hyperscale, colocation, or mission-critical facilities.
• Proven understanding of startup, testing, balancing, integrated systems testing (IST), and turnover processes.
• Ability to travel extensively throughout the Midwest as project needs dictate.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred.

Desired Skills and Experience

• 5+ years in data center experience.
• 5+ years in commissioning experience.
• Must be open to travel.