Daksta | Connecting Mission Critical Talent
Commissioning Manager
Daksta | Connecting Mission Critical Talent, Granite Heights, Wisconsin, United States
Data Center Commissioning Manager
The Data Center Commissioning Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing the commissioning process for mission-critical data center facilities. This role ensures that all building systems—including electrical, mechanical, controls, and life-safety systems—are designed, installed, tested, and operated in accordance with project requirements, industry standards, and operational readiness goals.
Base pay range $150,000.00/yr - $200,000.00/yr
Key Responsibilities
Develop and manage the overall commissioning plan for data center projects from design through integrated systems testing (IST) and final acceptance
Lead commissioning activities for electrical, mechanical, BMS/EPMS, fire/life safety, and security systems
Coordinate commissioning schedules with construction, design, and operations teams
Serve as the primary point of contact for all commissioning-related activities
Design & Pre-Construction Phase
Review design documents for commissionability, maintainability, and operational readiness
Participate in design reviews, value engineering, and risk assessments
Develop commissioning specifications, test scripts, and procedures
Ensure alignment with owner’s project requirements (OPR) and basis of design (BOD)
Verify installation and readiness of systems prior to testing
Coordinate factory witness testing (FWT) and site acceptance testing (SAT)
Track and manage commissioning issues, deficiencies, and resolution plans
Ensure proper documentation, as-builts, and system manuals are completed
Testing & Validation
Plan and execute Level 1–5 testing, including Integrated Systems Testing (IST)
Validate redundancy, failover, and concurrent maintainability scenarios
Ensure compliance with industry standards (ASHRAE, Uptime Institute, NFPA, IEC, etc.)
Document test results and manage final commissioning reports
Turnover & Operational Readiness
Support training of operations and maintenance staff
Ensure successful handover to data center operations teams
Verify system performance aligns with operational requirements
Support early-life operation and warranty phase activities
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related field) or equivalent experience
8+ years of experience in mission-critical facilities or data center environments
5+ years of hands-on commissioning experience
Strong knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems for data centers
Experience with integrated systems testing (IST) and operational readiness
Preferred Qualifications
Commissioning Authority (CxA), Uptime Institute Accredited Tier Designer (ATD), or similar certifications
Experience with hyperscale, colocation, or enterprise data center projects
Familiarity with EPMS, BMS, SCADA, and DCIM systems
Experience managing multiple large-scale projects simultaneously
Strong leadership and coordination skills
Excellent communication and documentation abilities
Ability to manage complex testing scenarios under schedule pressure
High attention to detail and commitment to reliability and safety
Proficient in MS Office, commissioning software, and project management tools
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Quality Assurance, Engineering, and Project Management
Industries
Construction, Engineering Services, and Building Construction
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Base pay range $150,000.00/yr - $200,000.00/yr
Key Responsibilities
Develop and manage the overall commissioning plan for data center projects from design through integrated systems testing (IST) and final acceptance
Lead commissioning activities for electrical, mechanical, BMS/EPMS, fire/life safety, and security systems
Coordinate commissioning schedules with construction, design, and operations teams
Serve as the primary point of contact for all commissioning-related activities
Design & Pre-Construction Phase
Review design documents for commissionability, maintainability, and operational readiness
Participate in design reviews, value engineering, and risk assessments
Develop commissioning specifications, test scripts, and procedures
Ensure alignment with owner’s project requirements (OPR) and basis of design (BOD)
Verify installation and readiness of systems prior to testing
Coordinate factory witness testing (FWT) and site acceptance testing (SAT)
Track and manage commissioning issues, deficiencies, and resolution plans
Ensure proper documentation, as-builts, and system manuals are completed
Testing & Validation
Plan and execute Level 1–5 testing, including Integrated Systems Testing (IST)
Validate redundancy, failover, and concurrent maintainability scenarios
Ensure compliance with industry standards (ASHRAE, Uptime Institute, NFPA, IEC, etc.)
Document test results and manage final commissioning reports
Turnover & Operational Readiness
Support training of operations and maintenance staff
Ensure successful handover to data center operations teams
Verify system performance aligns with operational requirements
Support early-life operation and warranty phase activities
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related field) or equivalent experience
8+ years of experience in mission-critical facilities or data center environments
5+ years of hands-on commissioning experience
Strong knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems for data centers
Experience with integrated systems testing (IST) and operational readiness
Preferred Qualifications
Commissioning Authority (CxA), Uptime Institute Accredited Tier Designer (ATD), or similar certifications
Experience with hyperscale, colocation, or enterprise data center projects
Familiarity with EPMS, BMS, SCADA, and DCIM systems
Experience managing multiple large-scale projects simultaneously
Strong leadership and coordination skills
Excellent communication and documentation abilities
Ability to manage complex testing scenarios under schedule pressure
High attention to detail and commitment to reliability and safety
Proficient in MS Office, commissioning software, and project management tools
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Quality Assurance, Engineering, and Project Management
Industries
Construction, Engineering Services, and Building Construction
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