Senior Commissioning Manager (Data Centers)

We are seeking a Senior Commissioning Assurance Manager to serve as the owner’s representative for a state-of-the-art, gigawatt-scale data center campus in Michigan. This role focuses on building-level commissioning oversight , ensuring all commissioning plans, test evidence, and readiness gates meet the highest standards before operational handover. This is a governance and assurance role — you will guide and validate the work of developers, contractors, and commissioning agents rather than performing the execution yourself. Key Responsibilities Review and approve building-level commissioning plans, test procedures, and acceptance criteria; identify gaps and drive closure. Chair weekly commissioning readiness meetings and track punch lists, defects, and dependencies to resolution. Audit test scripts, results, telemetry mappings, and alarm configurations; ensure DCIM, BMS, and EPMS interfaces are validated. Conduct targeted witness testing for critical sequences, log deviations, and confirm corrective actions before acceptance. Maintain a building-specific commissioning risk register and provide recommended mitigations. Provide concise weekly status updates to program leadership and maintain audit-ready documentation throughout. Required Qualifications 8–12 years of commissioning and quality assurance experience in mission critical environments, with experience in owner’s representative or CxA oversight. Strong electrical commissioning background (MV/LV, UPS, generators, switchgear, protection & coordination) with mechanical and life-safety knowledge. Proficiency with commissioning management platforms (e.g., CxAlloy), Procore, and structured evidence packages; experience validating DCIM/BMS/EPMS integrations. Excellent documentation skills and ability to enforce standards while maintaining collaborative relationships. Onsite presence in Michigan is required. Preferred Qualifications Experience commissioning data center buildings, including IST, FAT, and SAT witnessing. Familiarity with owner acceptance processes and security baselines for critical infrastructure. Why Join This is an opportunity to be part of a technically challenging, mission-critical program where precision, governance, and operational readiness are paramount. You will play a key role in ensuring a seamless transition from construction to operational excellence. Apply today to lead commissioning assurance for a world-class data center project.