Commissioning Authority - Data Center/Mission Critical - San Francisco

Commissioning Authority – Data Center/Mission Critical - San Francisco The Opportunity: Glumac, a Tetra Tech company, seeks a Commissioning Authority to join our Data Center Commissioning Team. This unique role offers hands‑on experience with Data Center projects and exposure across all project types. Position Summary Commissioning is a quality assurance process that ensures systems and components are installed and operate as intended. This role will involve work both in the office and in the field, performing functional testing of various systems to improve building performance, energy efficiency, reliability, and occupant comfort. Essential Job Functions Conduct field functional testing. Create pre‑functional and functional checklists. Lead commissioning meetings and manage the commissioning process for assigned projects. Perform field observations and document test results. Maintain issue resolution logs and compile commissioning reports. Assist with project management duties as needed. Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards. Pursue continuous professional development and maintain discipline knowledge. Work safely and report all health & safety incidents. Additional duties as required. Required Qualifications Bachelor's or advanced degree in engineering or related field, or industry‑equivalent experience. 8+ years of related industry experience, including 2+ years in data‑center commissioning, operations, or construction. ANSI/ISO accreditation: Cx Certification (BCxA, CCP, ACG CxA, ASHRAE BCxP). Strong technical knowledge of data‑center MEP system design, operation, controls, and instrumentation. Project management expertise: scheduling, budgeting, resource planning. Exceptional client‑facing and relationship skills. Ability to work autonomously and in team environments. Outstanding written and verbal communication abilities. Proficiency in MS Office. Safety‑first mindset. Ability to climb ladders/stairs and lift/carry loads above 20 lbs. Ability to be on a job site for extended periods (8‑10 hours). Willingness to travel approximately 50 % of the time. Valid driver’s license and insurance. Preferred Qualifications Professional licensure (PE license, Energy Management, or TAB certifications). Experience managing QA/QC processes. Electrical systems commissioning experience. Experience with commissioning software or ongoing commissioning tools. Military service experience in power systems, battery systems, steam generation, hydroelectric plants, medium voltage distribution, etc. Work Environment and Location Position requires regular travel to data‑center project sites, with 50‑70 % travel expected. Hybrid work model requires two in‑office/on‑site days per week. Candidates must be located in and eligible to work in the U.S. Compensation Salary Range: $110,000 – $180,000 (experience dependent). This range represents the low to high end of the compensation scale. Total compensation includes benefits, professional development, and additional incentives. Benefits Comprehensive and market‑competitive benefits. Merit‑based financial rewards. Flexibility and work/life balance initiatives. Collaborative team environment. Learning and development opportunities. Equal Opportunity Employer Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans. #J-18808-Ljbffr Tetra Tech