Staff Commissioning Manager, Mechanical

Responsibilities

• Serve as the on-site mechanical subject matter expert and primary escalation point for commissioning issues across assigned data center projects.
• Own the commissioning lifecycle from factory witness testing through integrated systems testing and formal turnover.
• Review contractor submittals, shop drawings, O&M documentation, construction drawings, single-line diagrams, and test procedures.
• Maintain alignment between Owner Project Requirements and commissioning scope, tracking changes and project-objective traceability.
• Manage third-party commissioning agents, including scope development, performance, deliverables, factory testing, and startup validation.
• Coordinate vendor factory testing and oversee Factory Witness Testing for off-site manufactured equipment.
• Review and approve commissioning plans, L2–L5 test scripts, reports, and turnover packages.
• Oversee first-of-kind inspections, installation validation, static and dynamic testing, and quality-control processes.
• Drive issue identification, troubleshooting, remediation, risk management, and formal closure.
• Coordinate construction, engineering, controls, and operations teams throughout project phases.
• Support operational transition through technical guidance, training coordination, and post-handover support.
• Enforce safety, compliance, and regulatory requirements.
• Travel to project sites as required, approximately 75%.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in data center commissioning, construction, or critical infrastructure delivery.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field; equivalent commissioning experience may be considered.
• Deep knowledge of commissioning levels L1 through L5 and associated documentation and testing requirements.
• Hands-on experience with data center cooling infrastructure and BMS infrastructure.
• Experience managing third-party commissioning agents and vendors against scope, schedule, and quality requirements.
• Ability to interpret technical and construction documentation.
• Strong cross-functional coordination, issue tracking, project reporting, and risk-management skills.
• Understanding of safety and compliance requirements in active construction and commissioning environments.

Nice to Have

• CxA certification.

Compensation and Benefits

• $140,000–$165,000 annual compensation plus bonus.
• Restricted Stock Units and equity packages.
• Paid time off, paid holidays, and leave programs.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• HSA contributions, parental leave, life insurance, and disability coverage.
• Professional development and tuition reimbursement.
• Mental health and wellness support.
• Commuter benefits, cell phone stipend, and 401(k) match up to 4% of salary.
• Volunteer time off, global travel insurance, emergency assistance, daily meals allowance, and location-specific benefits.