Manager, Facilities Operations Commissioning

Job Overview The Manager, Facilities Operations Engineering Commissioning will be responsible for overseeing commissioning, continuous improvement, and developmental support for sites in a geographic region. This role provides assistance with commissioning‑related engineering, including coordination, installation, and integration of connectivity, network infrastructure, security, life safety, building subsystems and finishes, transformers, electrical switchgear, UPS, STS, PDU, electrical distribution equipment, chillers, water loops, cooling distribution equipment, electrical power monitoring systems, and building management and automation systems. The position requires project planning abilities, leadership through influence, and a proactive partnership approach. The ideal candidate has experience in electrical and mechanical systems and an understanding of large‑scale data centers, encompassing electrical distribution, UPS, emergency generators, fire alarm/suppression, monitoring systems, and cooling systems. This regional role reports to the Director, Facility Operations, Commissioning and requires an estimated 30-50% travel to other sites around the U.S. Responsibilities Manage the commissioning team(s) in the assigned region, develop capabilities, engage employees, and follow operating and commissioning standards required for quality, safety, and ongoing operation. Oversee travel budgets to ensure compliance with organizational expenditure requirements. Assist in site construction activity and installations as needed, coordinating with QTS project departments and external construction resources to ensure system design, installation, and testing adhere to operational standards. Direct Cx Engineers to witness testing of all equipment during commissioning and validate sequence of operations and receipt of all operational documentation. Assist the Director as necessary in revising comprehensive commissioning plans for Level 1‑5 systems, including connectivity, network infrastructure, security, life safety, other building subsystems and finishes, electrical, mechanical, and building automation components. Identify, track, and resolve any issues during the commissioning process, working closely with the project team to resolve technical challenges and provide feedback to program management to drive continuous improvement. Assist and work with all QTS site teams on SOP, MOP, ERP, and formal change management processes. Develop metrics for the team to provide feedback to QTS and lead quality improvement, vendor oversight, and completion oversight. Drive innovation into facilities programs/systems with an environmentally conscious attitude. Interface with vendors, QTS Engineering, QTS Development, and peer operations organizations. Maintain positive relationships and communication with staff and executive‑level management. Assist site engineering/management with compliance with local health & safety (OSHA) standards and national electrical/building codes. Ensure proper training and growth of staff. Basic Qualifications Bachelor of Science in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, or similar HVAC or critical power certifications, or equivalent professional experience. Five or more years of direct experience with engineering‑related activities in a technical or critical environment (data center, nuclear/electric power, hospital, pharmaceutical, semiconductor, industrial/commercial field engineering). Preferred Qualifications Ten or more years of direct experience with engineering‑related activities in a technical or critical environment. Five or more years of data center engineering, commissioning, project management, or equivalent. Three or more years of management/supervisory experience overseeing engineering or critical operations managers. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Fluent working knowledge of data center critical and construction environments. Ability to develop solutions and create technical strategic and tactical plans on complex projects. Innovative thinking to improve quality, reliability, and reduce operating costs. Advanced understanding of mechanical and electrical equipment, systems, and design related to data centers, including UPS, generators, switchgear, PDUs, drives, ATS, chillers, pumps, cooling towers, heat exchangers, CRAHs, and air economizers. Experience with emergency backup systems (generators, UPS, battery backup). Knowledge and experience with building monitoring/controls, electricity and medium/low voltage distribution, mechanical systems, telecommunications, access controls, CCTV, life safety systems, and building subsystems. Knowledge of project management and commissioning management software systems. Ability to lead multiple commissioning teams at various stages. Benefits / Total Rewards In addition to a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, flexible spending and HSA accounts, paid holidays, paid time off, paid volunteer days, employee assistance program, tuition assistance, parental leave, military leave assistance, QTS scholarship for dependents, wellness program, and other company benefits, this position is equity eligible. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, genetic information, family leave, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint or assist in an investigation of any complaint or discrimination claim. Accommodation Policy QTS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e‑mail to View email address on click.appcast.io and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. #J-18808-Ljbffr QTS Data Centers