Commissioning Manager

Commissioning Manager – Data Center Construction

Location: Oklahoma

Employment Type: Full-Time

Work Arrangement: Site-Based with Travel to Project Locations as Required

Salary: £140K-190K(Dependent on experience) Bonus Comprehensive Benefits

Role Summary

Our client is seeking an experienced Commissioning Manager to lead commissioning activities for a large-scale data center construction project in Oklahoma. This critical leadership role will oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of all commissioning phases, ensuring complex mission-critical systems are tested, validated, and handed over in accordance with project specifications, quality standards, and operational requirements.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience commissioning mission-critical facilities, including data centers, and possess a strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, controls, and integrated systems. This individual will work closely with project teams, contractors, consultants, and end users to ensure a seamless transition from construction to operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the complete commissioning process from design review through final handover.
• Develop and implement commissioning plans, schedules, procedures, and testing protocols.
• Coordinate commissioning activities across mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP), controls, and life safety systems.
• Review design documents to ensure systems are commissionable and aligned with operational requirements.
• Oversee factory acceptance testing (FAT), site acceptance testing (SAT), integrated systems testing (IST), and final performance validation.
• Manage third-party commissioning agents, subcontractors, vendors, and consultants.
• Monitor commissioning progress and proactively resolve technical issues that may impact project delivery.
• Ensure all testing documentation, deficiency tracking, and closeout records are maintained accurately.
• Collaborate with construction, quality, and operations teams to achieve successful project turnover.
• Support client witness testing and ensure compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements.
• Drive safety, quality, and operational excellence throughout all commissioning activities.
• Provide regular reporting on commissioning status, risks, and milestones to senior project leadership.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical discipline.
• 4 years of commissioning experience within mission-critical environments.
• Proven experience delivering commissioning activities on hyperscale or enterprise data center projects.
• Strong understanding of critical electrical infrastructure including:
• Medium and low-voltage distribution systems
• UPS systems
• Generators
• Switchgear and protection systems
• Power monitoring systems
• Strong understanding of critical mechanical systems including:
• Chilled water systems
• CRAH/CRAC units
• Cooling towers
• Pumps and heat rejection systems
• Building Management Systems (BMS)
• Experience managing Integrated Systems Testing (IST) and Level 1–5 commissioning processes.
• Familiarity with commissioning standards and industry best practices.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and sequence of operations documents.
• Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities within fast-paced construction environments.
• Willingness to work full-time on-site and support project schedules, including critical testing periods.
• Data center, mission-critical, pharmaceutical, semiconductor, or advanced manufacturing commissioning experience preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package with performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement savings plan with employer contribution.
• Generous paid time off and company holidays.
• Opportunity to work on a landmark mission-critical data center development.
• Career progression within a growing and highly respected construction and engineering environment.
• Exposure to cutting-edge critical infrastructure technologies and large-scale capital projects.
• Collaborative, safety-focused, and high-performance project culture.