Data Centre - Commissioning Engineer (Mission Critical)

Before a data center goes live, someone has to prove it works. Every system, every sequence, every test. That someone is you.

Our client is a leading provider of enterprise-class data center operator headquartered in Dallas, cloud and interconnection services. They are hiring a Commissioning Engineer in Red Oak, TX (Dallas-Fort Worth metro to lead commissioning on mission-critical construction projects, reporting to the Manager, Commissioning.

What you will own

Site-specific L1 to L5 commissioning for new and expansion projects

Commissioning plans, scripts and procedures across multiple disciplines

Start-up and commissioning schedules, integrated into the project schedule with monthly critical path reporting

Commissioning RFPs, from creation through to award

Weekly punch-list reviews and a punch-list prevention plan

Review of design documents, specifications, vendor submittals and start-up procedures

Oversight of electrical, mechanical, fire alarm, fire protection and controls subcontractors

Closeout documentation, and a smooth handover to facility operations

What success looks like

Systems perform to design. Punch-list items close before they pile up. Closeout documentation is complete, and operations take over a facility they can trust. If you are currently on the commissioning agent, consultant or GC side? We want to hear from you.

What we need from you

5+ years leading commissioning in mission-critical facilities

A degree in engineering or construction management, or equivalent experience

Strong MEP knowledge, and the ability to read owner project requirements, drawings, schematics and sequences of operation

Experience developing and running commissioning plans, scripts and procedures

Knowledge of NETA standards, BMS and EPMS, access control and CCTV

Scheduling in MS Project or Primavera P6, with DCMA 14 or similar

Clear communication with trade partners, vendors and non-technical stakeholders

Comfort on active construction sites, including ladders, stairs and personnel hoists

What you get

A base salary of $170,000 to $190,000 plus a 10% bonus, and ownership of commissioning on live mission-critical builds. Benefits include health, dental and vision cover, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, 401k with company match, paid time off and paid holidays.