Program Director, Data Center Commissioning
About the Role
You will manage and deliver multiple data center commissioning programs, overseeing Project Managers and Commissioning Engineers. You will define and execute commissioning strategies for mechanical electrical and plumbing systems, review and approve commissioning plans and test scripts, resolve complex technical issues, and provide executive reporting on risks and milestones. You will mentor team members, drive process improvements, and ensure documentation compliance. Expect regular national travel (approximately 30–50%) and work onsite in Miami or Dallas.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field or equivalent experience
- 5+ years of experience in MEP commissioning QA/QC or construction in mission critical or data center environments
- Proven experience leading multiple commissioning projects or programs
- Strong understanding of hyperscale and large scale data center operations
- Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor Project Managers and Commissioning Engineers
- Excellent leadership communication and strategic decision making skills
- Commissioning certification (CxA or equivalent) preferred
- Experience with commissioning consultancy or as an owner's representative preferred
Responsibilities
- Serve as primary program lead for hyperscale and enterprise data center clients
- Oversee multiple concurrent projects and lead Project Managers and Commissioning Engineers
- Ensure consistent application of commissioning standards QA/QC processes and best practices across projects
- Define and execute commissioning strategy for mechanical electrical and plumbing systems including start up testing and acceptance
- Review and approve commissioning plans test scripts procedures design drawings and specifications
- Resolve complex technical issues commissioning deficiencies and risk items
- Act as senior point of contact for internal stakeholders and external partners
- Provide reporting dashboards and executive updates on commissioning status risks and milestones
- Mentor and develop team members
- Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and program delivery quality
- Oversee documentation reporting and compliance across projects
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Short term disability insurance
- Long term disability insurance
- Paid time off