What are the responsibilities and job description for the Commissioning Manager - Data Center position at Gilbane?
Overview
The Commissioning Manager oversees the entire commissioning process to ensure data center systems and components function correctly before the facility goes live.
Who are we?
We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Who are you?
You leverage business insights by understanding industry trends, local market/economic conditions, and Gilbane’s business model to make critical decisions and create competitive advantage. You deploy a strategic mindset when considering solutions to long-term opportunities and risks that may develop in the future.
Your core values match Gilbane’s: Integrity, Caring, Teamwork, Toughmindedness, Dedication to Excellence, Discipline, Loyalty, and Entrepreneurship.
What’s in it for you?
Responsibilities
- Manages all stages of commissioning process, from initial planning and design reviews to final testing and handover
- Creates commissioning plans, schedules, test procedures (like IET and IPVT/IST), and verification checklists
- Ensures the facility and its systems comply with design specifications, health and safety standards, and performance requirements
- Acts as the main point of contact and manages communication between various teams, clients, vendors, and subcontractors
- Prepares and manages all necessary documentation, including inspection reports, test results, and final certification documents
- Performs and oversees various tests, such as functional testing and site acceptance testing, to verify system performance
- Trains direct reports on processes, procedures, and completion of daily tasks
- Manages workload and performance of direct reports, ensuring alignment with overall company standards
- Fosters a positive and inclusive work environment to motivate and engage team members
- Aids in communicating company and department strategy to direct reports
Qualifications
KEY COMPETENCIES
- Leverage Business Insights – Understand and act on industry trends, local market and economic conditions and our business model to make decisions and create competitive advantage.
- Deploy a Strategic Mindset - Take a broad, global perspective when considering proactive solutions to long-term opportunities and risks that might develop in the future.
- Display Emotional Intelligence - Demonstrate the capacity to recognize feelings and patterns of behavior and those of others. Manage emotions effectively in ourselves and our relationships.
- Build High Performing Teams - Attract, select, develop, recognize, and retain talented individuals. Utilize motivation and discipline to maximize performance and impact on the organization.
- Drive Team Accountability - Determine priorities and delegate work; monitor and communicate progress. Establish measures to assess the impact, quality and timeliness of results; praise success and learn from mistakes.
- Coach and Develop Others - Provide feedback, instruction, and development guidance to help others excel in their current or future job responsibilities. Plan for and support development of individual skills and abilities.
EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field
- 10-12 years of data center commissioning experience
- Previous hyperscale field construction on data centers is required
- Or equivalent combination of education and experience
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
- In-depth knowledge of data center systems, including power distribution, cooling, HVAC, and IT equipment
- Ability to manage schedules, budgets, change orders, and multidisciplinary teams
- Excellent oral and written communication skills to effectively interact with stakeholders at all levels
- Ability to identify and resolve issues promptly and effectively
Salary to be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience of the applicant, as well as the internal equity and alignment with the team.
The pay ranges from $130,000-$205,000 plus benefits and retirement program.
Gilbane offers an excellent total compensation package which includes competitive health and welfare benefits and a generous profit-sharing/401k plan. We invest in our employees’ education and have built Gilbane University into a top training organization in the construction industry. Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.
Gilbane is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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Salary : $130,000 - $205,000