Mechanical Commissioning Manager

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Commissioning Manager to join our dynamic, diverse, and inclusive team supporting the delivery of a large-scale, mission-critical data center development in Texas. This role is integral to the developer's on-site project team, providing mechanical commissioning leadership during a critical delivery phase. You will represent the developer, coordinating with third-party commissioning agents, contractors, and subcontractors, driving systems through advanced testing stages and final turnover. This opportunity is part of an accelerated commissioning schedule for a project comprising more than 160MW of capacity across multiple data halls. We value candidates who bring strong technical judgement, clear communication skills, and a commitment to fostering an equitable work environment that respects diversity and supports inclusion.

Responsibilities

Owner's Representation

• Serve as the primary mechanical commissioning lead and field contact representing the developer's interests.
• Hold third-party Commissioning Agents, General Contractors, and subcontractors accountable for deliverables.
• Maintain a consistent field presence providing transparent reporting of progress, risks, and constraints to project leadership.

Commissioning Delivery

• Lead mechanical systems through Level 3, Level 4, Integrated Systems Testing, and final turnover phases.
• Manage discipline-specific commissioning schedules to align activities with critical project milestones.
• Monitor commissioning readiness and oversee test execution, deficiency tracking, and closure.
• Identify critical issues early, escalate appropriately, and lead resolution efforts.
• Support planning and execution of functional testing, integrated testing, and handover activities.

Information & Issue Management

• Accurately maintain commissioning records in real-time using CxAlloy or equivalent systems.
• Ensure comprehensive documentation of test results, issue logs, evidence, and turnover records.
• Track mechanical commissioning issues through verification and closure.
• Clearly communicate status, risks, decisions, and recovery plans to leadership and partners.

Project Coordination

• Collaborate closely with developers, commissioning agents, contractors, trade partners, design teams, and operations stakeholders.
• Integrate commissioning schedules with construction completion, quality control, and turnover requirements.
• Promote clear communication and ownership of actions across all stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.
• Provide cross-disciplinary support where appropriate while maintaining ownership of mechanical scope.

Technical Environment

Mechanical commissioning expertise should include experience with mission-critical infrastructure such as:

• Chillers, pumps, and hydronic pipework
• CRAH and CRAC units
• Cooling Distribution Units
• Heat rejection systems and cooling towers
• HVAC plant and associated controls
• Water treatment systems
• Integrated mechanical systems testing

Qualifications

• Proven experience in mechanical commissioning for data centers or mission-critical facilities.
• Strong knowledge and hands-on experience in Level 3 and Level 4 commissioning activities, Functional Performance Testing, and Integrated Systems Testing.
• Experience managing commissioning schedules, readiness, issue tracking, and system turnover.
• Demonstrated ability to navigate technical issue identification, escalation, and resolution effectively.
• Proficient in using commissioning platforms like CxAlloy or equivalent for documentation and reporting.
• Exceptional organizational, communication, and leadership skills with a commitment to fostering diverse, equitable, and inclusive teams.
• Ability to work flexibly and adapt to the demands of a high-pressure commissioning schedule.
• Commitment to promoting a respectful, collaborative, and supportive workplace culture regardless of background, identity, or perspective.

We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, cultures, abilities, genders, and identities. Join us in helping build a future where innovation thrives in an equitable and inclusive environment.