Commissioning Manager - Data Center Construction

The role

The Commissioning Manager serves as the Owner’s Representative for the full commissioning lifecycle on large-scale, mission-critical data center projects. This role leads coordination among stakeholders to ensure systems are installed, started up, and tested according to specifications.

What you will do

• Oversee the full commissioning lifecycle of large-scale, mission-critical data center projects
• Lead coordination with the General Contractor, commissioning agents, MEP subcontractors, design teams, and Owner personnel
• Develop and maintain the project Commissioning Plan and Commissioning Schedule
• Review multi-disciplinary construction drawings and specifications
• Verify systems are installed and tested in accordance with Owner specifications and relevant standards
• Support development of detailed start-up sequences and recovery plans
• Administer and maintain the commissioning software platform
• Coordinate and manage the sequencing of equipment and system start-up activities
• Monitor and track commissioning-related RFIs, submittals, deficiency items, and action items
• Conduct and document routine site walks at least twice daily

Required qualifications

• 7–10+ years of construction or commissioning experience
• At least 5 years in data center projects
• Experience supporting commissioning of mission-critical facilities such as data centers, semiconductor facilities, or laboratories
• In-depth understanding of MEP systems, controls integration, and commissioning standards (ASHRAE, NEBB, etc.)
• Ability to read and interpret multi-disciplinary construction drawings and specifications
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint

Nice to have

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field
• Familiarity with commissioning and project software tools such as CxAlloy, Bluebeam, and Procore

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Accident insurance
• Long term disability
• 401(k) retirement plan with 4% KALCON match when an employee contributes at least 5%
• 15 days of paid time off
• 8 paid national holidays
• Reimbursement for professional licenses and certifications

Before you apply

• Professional resume must include all Educational Achievements
• Professional resume must include all Professional Licenses or Certificates
• Professional resume must include all Awards Received
• Professional resume must include detailed Employment History including firm contact info, dates, positions, and project details

About the company

KALCON is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace.