Commissioning Manager

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and inclusive Commissioning Manager to represent the client's interests and lead commissioning activities for mission-critical infrastructure projects. This role requires a dynamic leader committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, who can coordinate multidisciplinary teams and ensure all commissioning phases align with project goals, quality standards, and timelines. The successful candidate will bring technical expertise across electrical and mechanical systems within hyperscale, enterprise, or mission-critical data center environments, and demonstrate a collaborative and solutions-oriented leadership style.

Our organization values diversity and seeks to empower candidates from all backgrounds, embracing equal opportunity employment in all stages of career development.

Responsibilities

Owner's Representation

• Act as the client's primary commissioning representative throughout all project phases.
• Ensure commissioning activities meet program objectives, quality expectations, and project milestones.
• Provide consistent technical leadership during construction, commissioning, and handover phases.

Commissioning Management

• Lead and coordinate commissioning efforts from planning through to project completion.
• Manage performance and deliverables of third-party Commissioning Agents (CxA).
• Review and approve commissioning strategies, procedures, test scripts, and documentation.
• Monitor system readiness, supporting Functional Performance Testing (FPT) and Integrated Systems Testing (IST).
• Support quality assurance and deficiency management processes ensuring commissioning readiness.

Construction & Project Coordination

• Collaborate with Construction Managers, Project Managers, Design Consultants, Contractors, and Operations teams.
• Integrate commissioning activities into the overall construction schedule.
• Identify and mitigate risks affecting commissioning milestones.
• Drive timely resolution of commissioning challenges while safeguarding program objectives.

Technical Leadership

• Provide oversight across electrical, mechanical, and control systems.
• Inspect installation quality supporting commissioning readiness.
• Communicate commissioning progress, risks, constraints, and opportunities to project leadership.
• Ensure accurate documentation and successful project turnover.

Qualifications

Technical Expertise

Candidates should demonstrate proven experience with mission-critical infrastructure systems, including but not limited to:

Electrical Systems:

• Medium Voltage (MV) & Low Voltage (LV) Distribution
• Switchgear, Transformers, UPS, Standby Generators
• Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS), Static Transfer Switches (STS)
• Protective Relay Systems, EPMS, Building Management Systems (BMS)
• Load Bank Testing

Mechanical Systems:

• Chillers, CRAH and CRAC Units, Cooling Distribution Units (CDUs)
• Pumps, Hydronic Pipework, Heat Rejection Systems, Cooling Towers
• HVAC Plant, Water Treatment Systems

Commissioning Experience

• Strategic planning and execution of commissioning phases
• Scheduling, sequencing, and mechanical completion
• Functional Performance Testing (FPT) and Integrated Systems Testing (IST)
• System turnover, handover, and commissioning documentation management
• Deficiency tracking and quality process enforcement
• Transition from construction to operations
• Technical issue identification and resolution

Required Experience

• Experience as an Owner's Representative or client-side commissioning lead.
• Background in hyperscale, enterprise, or mission-critical data center projects.
• Managing third-party Commissioning Agents.
• Coordinating multidisciplinary teams delivering complex MEP systems.
• Operating in live program environments managing multiple simultaneous projects.
• Balancing competing priorities to maintain program milestones.

Personal Attributes

We value professionals who are:

• Calm and composed under pressure
• Collaborative and inclusive in their approach
• Skilled in building strong relationships across all project stakeholders
• Confident decision-makers who take full ownership
• Highly organized with excellent planning and prioritization skills
• Effective communicators capable of influencing diverse audiences
• Pragmatic problem solvers focused on successful program delivery

We encourage candidates of all identities, abilities, and backgrounds to apply. Our commitment to equity and inclusion fosters a workplace where all voices are heard, respected, and empowered to thrive.