Commissioning Manager

About the Role

Praetorian Power Protection has partnered with a premier General Contractor client to identify a highly capable Commissioning (Cx) Manager to support our Mission Critical group in Portland, Oregon.

We are seeking a hands-on leader with deep technical expertise and a proven track record of managing complex commissioning efforts. The ideal candidate will bridge the gap between high-level strategy and field execution to ensure the seamless delivery of sophisticated power and cooling infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Planning: Develop and manage a comprehensive commissioning plan and integrated schedule, covering all phases from initial inspection and startup to final testing and closeout.

• Field Leadership: Lead on-site commissioning activities, directing internal teams, subcontractors, and vendors while enforcing strict safety compliance with NFPA 70E and LOTO (Lockout/Tagout) requirements.

• Digital Management: Implement and oversee commissioning management software—including BIM 360, Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC) Build, and CxAlloy—to track execution and maintain rigorous documentation.

• Stakeholder Coordination: Interface directly with the client and the client’s Commissioning Agent (CxA) to define and deliver project-specific requirements, test scripts, and turnover documentation.

• Technical Oversight: Manage comprehensive technical reviews, including MEP systems, QA/QC coordination, load-bank planning, equipment startup, and Factory Witness Testing (FWT).

• Subject Matter Expertise: Serve as a lead consultant during design reviews, scope matrix development, budgeting, and script feasibility for high-performance building systems.

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Qualifications & Requirements

• Education & Experience: Technical engineering degree or equivalent hands-on technical experience (minimum 5 years).

• Sector Expertise: Proven track record leading commissioning activities for large-scale construction projects, with a strong preference for Data Centers or other Mission-Critical environments.

• Commissioning Proficiency: Deep experience managing and executing commissioning levels L2 through L5 (Component, System, Integrated, and Performance testing).

• Systems Mastery: Broad expertise across mechanical, electrical, and control systems, including BMS (Building Management Systems) and BAS (Building Automation Systems).

• Safety & Compliance: High level of familiarity with NFPA 70E and the development/implementation of LOTO (Lockout/Tagout) programs.

• Software Proficiency: Power-user status in commissioning software platforms such as CxAlloy, BIM 360, and Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC).

• Location: Ability to work on-site full-time in Portland, OR.

Salary : $60 - $68