Fire Life Safety Commissioning Lead
Role Scope
Take technical ownership of fire life safety commissioning across mission-critical data center facilities, from test planning through occupancy.
Run and document functional performance testing for fire alarm, smoke control, emergency power interface, and suppression systems, plus pre-functional inspections and integrated systems testing.
Lead AHJ inspections and interface directly with code officials, directing subcontractors and vendors through the testing sequences.
Develop and maintain FLS commissioning scripts, plans, and pre-functional checklists, and review contractor submittals and integrated-testing matrices for conformance with NFPA codes.
Develop and maintain FLS commissioning scripts, plans, and pre-functional checklists, and review contractor submittals and integrated-testing matrices for conformance with NFPA codes.
Develop and maintain FLS commissioning scripts, plans, and pre-functional checklists, and review contractor submittals and integrated-testing matrices for conformance with NFPA codes.
Compile commissioning documentation and final reports, track punch items to resolution, and present status in commissioning meetings and client updates.
What We're Looking For
- You've owned fire life safety commissioning on data centers, commercial buildings, or high-performance facilities, including the documentation that closes projects.
- You run integrated testing across fire alarm, suppression, smoke control, and emergency communication systems.
- You know NFPA, IBC, and applicable codes deeply enough to be the on-site authority with AHJ officials.
- You direct subcontractors and vendors through testing sequences and communicate clearly with diverse stakeholders.
- Bonus: Commissioning certifications (CxP, BCxP, CxA, CCP, QCxP).
- Fire protection or mechanical/electrical engineering background.
Benefits
- Competitive total compensation package (cash + equity).
- Retirement or pension plan, in line with local norms.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Generous PTO policy, in line with local norms.
Pay
The base salary range for this position is $220,000 - $300,000 per year, depending on experience, skills, qualifications, and location.
Schedule
This is a full-time position.