Commissioning Manager

SUMMARY / OBJECTIVE

The Commissioning Manager is responsible for leading commissioning execution on large, complex, or high-risk tenant colocation data hall fit-out projects for Megawatt Construction. This role serves as the primary point of ownership for commissioning activities, ensuring successful planning, coordination, testing, and turnover of mission-critical systems. The Commissioning Manager partners closely with project teams, clients, vendors, and third-party commissioning agents to deliver high-quality outcomes while mitigating risk and maintaining schedule integrity.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Serve as the primary commissioning lead for assigned projects, owning execution from planning through final turnover.

• Manage commissioning planning efforts, including readiness assessments, systemization, and turnover strategies.

• Coordinate and lead commissioning activities, including system testing, integrated systems testing, and final validation.

• Facilitate meetings with project teams, subcontractors, vendors, clients, and third-party commissioning agents (CxA).

• Identify and proactively mitigate risks related to testing, schedule, system readiness, and turnover.

• Drive completion of all commissioning deliverables, including documentation, reports, and deficiency tracking.

• Oversee and manage deficiency resolution to ensure systems meet performance and quality standards.

• Collaborate with Project Management, Field Operations, and QA/QC teams to align commissioning with overall project execution.

• Mentor and support the development of Commissioning Coordinators and Engineers as the team scales.

• Operate independently with minimal oversight while maintaining alignment with company standards and expectations.

• Ensure compliance with client requirements, industry standards, and Megawatt Construction commissioning protocols.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field (preferred).

• 5–10+ years of experience in commissioning, QA/QC, MEP systems, or mission-critical construction environments.

• Experience leading commissioning efforts on complex or high-visibility projects, preferably within data centers or similar critical infrastructure.

• Strong technical understanding of mechanical, electrical, and controls systems, including testing and integrated systems validation.

• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and operate independently in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong communication and coordination skills, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and external partners.

• Experience mentoring or supporting junior team members is preferred.

• Willingness to travel to project sites as needed.