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Commissioning Project Manager - Data Center Construction

FST Technical Services · Chicago, IL · 3 wk ago
On-siteProject Management$145k/yrFull-time

Project Leadership & Execution

Lead commissioning delivery from pre-construction through final validation
Oversee functional testing, system validation, and issue resolution
Ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and at the highest quality standards

Technical & Operational Leadership

Identify system risks, scope gaps, and performance issues early
Partner with field teams to drive real-time problem solving
Interpret contract documents to reduce risk and maximize value

Financial Performance

Manage project profitability, utilization, and forecasting
Review invoicing and support financial reporting processes

Team Leadership

Lead, mentor, and develop commissioning engineers
Support staffing, hiring, and team scalability
Build accountability and consistency across project execution

Client Leadership & Growth

Serve as a trusted advisor to clients
Strengthen relationships and support repeat business
Contribute to project pursuits, pricing, and growth strategy

Quality & Continuous Improvement

Ensure consistent technical standards across all projects
Drive process improvements and operational efficiency

Core Experience

10+ years in commissioning, engineering, or mission-critical construction
Proven experience delivering data center projects
Experience managing multiple concurrent projects and teams

Preferred Experience

Full L1–L5 commissioning lifecycle experience
Hyperscale data center exposure strongly preferred

Technical Capability

Strong understanding of MEP systems, commissioning processes, and system interconnectivity
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contracts

Leadership & Business Skills

Strong client relationship management
Proven ability to lead, mentor, and scale teams
Financial acumen including budgeting, forecasting, and margin management

Professional Skills

Excellent communication and presentation ability
Strong problem-solving and decision-making capability
Ability to operate both strategically and tactically

Work Environment & Travel

Active construction and mission-critical facility environments
Ability to lift up to 30 pounds and navigate job sites
Travel required based on project needs

Pay

Base Salary: $145,000 to $175,000 depending on experience, plus bonus potential, comprehensive benefits, monthly per diem and mobilization support

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