We are seeking an MEP Commissioning Manager to collaborate closely with the construction team and ensure our data center projects meet operational excellence standards. This role involves overseeing the design, installation, and testing of various components and systems, including mission-critical systems like generators and electrical distribution equipment, Chillers, CDU's etc. The individual will be responsible for reviewing design packages, conducting equipment tests, and ensuring the highest operational efficiency in our data centers.
This is a remote position, with travel required. Candidates must be located in the Northern VA, Dallas, or Atlanta regions.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and manage project tasks, tracking budget, schedule, and scope.
- Serve as the primary liaison between clients and internal teams, documenting design bases and facilitating communication during commissioning activities.
- Review all written documentation submitted to clients.
- Assist in developing, reviewing, and implementing commissioning plans as needed for construction phasing.
- Conduct pre-construction commissioning meetings.
- Attend construction progress and pre-installation job-site meetings to gather relevant information.
- Review meeting minutes for any necessary revisions and assist in resolving discrepancies related to design intent.
- Collaborate on the commissioning schedule and integrate it with the master project schedule.
- Thoroughly review design documents at the end of the Construction Documents Phase and drive necessary design changes.
- Develop comprehensive commissioning specifications for all commissioned equipment.
- Inspect field installations and witness functional tests; conduct site visits as necessary.
- Coordinate with IT for control systems issues and oversee the execution of commissioning tests.
- Assist in developing and executing commissioning test procedures to ensure compliance with design specifications.
- Help establish engineering standards and best practices.
- Perform readiness reviews to support overall building acceptance.
- Validate and train operational team personnel.
- Review final third-party commissioning reports.
- Travel to sites, client meetings, and training as required.
- Assist in scheduling Factory Acceptance/Witness tests with development staff.
- Willingness to travel up to 50%.
Qualifications
- 10+ years of experience in MEP commissioning, ideally within data centers or critical facilities.
- Strong understanding of data center systems, BMS/EPMS and MEP building systems.
- Familiarity with relevant design and local codes, as well as industry standards (NEC, NFPA, IEEE, ASHRAE).
- Excellent business acumen and attention to detail.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook).
- Experience with commissioning software/tools is a plus.
- Exceptional organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
- Strong work ethic, self-motivation, and assertive personality to ensure timely process completion.
- Ability to maintain strong relationships with contractors, clients, and internal departments.
- Willingness to travel 50% and respond to after-hours communications in emergencies.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $170,000-$190,000. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
