Commissioning Manager
Daksta | Connecting Mission Critical Talent
The Opportunity: We are seeking an experienced r Commissioning Manage r to join our team and take ownership of commissioning oversight for a landmark hyperscale data centre development in Chicago, Illinois. This 200-acre, 200MW campus represents a major strategic investment and is one of the most significant mission-critical projects currently under development in North America. As the first dedicated in-house commissioning professional on the project, you will play a critical role in ensuring successful delivery of the commissioning programme while working closely with project stakeholders and the appointed commissioning agent. This is a highly visible position with a long-term growth path, offering the opportunity to help shape commissioning standards, processes, and future team development across upcoming projects. Key Responsibilities: Oversee and manage the execution of the commissioning programme delivered by the appointed commissioning agent. Monitor commissioning progress through all project phases, ensuring alignment with project objectives, schedules, and operational requirements. Coordinate closely with construction, design, operations, and commissioning teams to drive successful project delivery. Review commissioning plans, procedures, scripts, reports, and turnover documentaion. Identify risks, troubleshoot issues, and support resolution of technical and operational challenges. Manage subcontractors and key stakeholders to ensure commissioning milestones are achieved safely and efficiently. Support integrated systems testing and operational readiness activities. Establish best practices and contribute to the development of commissioning standards for future projects. Provide leadership and strategic direction with the longer-term objective of building and leading an internal commissioning team. Candidate Profile, The successful candidate will ideally bring: Strong electrical field and commissioning experience within mission-critical environments. Proven data centre commissioning experience, ideally covering commissioning phases 0–6. Deep understanding of how critical systems are designed, installed, commissioned, operated, and maintained. Experience with electrical distribution systems, backup power generation, UPS systems, switchgear, controls, and associated critical infrastructure. Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving capabilities. Demonstrated ability to manage contractors, consultants, and commissioning stakeholders effectively. Excellent communication, leadership, and project management skills. A stable career history with evidence of delivering long-term impact across major projects and organisations. The ambition and capability to develop and lead a commissioning function as the business continues to expand. What's on Offer Opportunity to join a flagship hyperscale data centre development High-profile role with significant visibility and influence across project delivery. Long-term career progression into commissioning leadership. Competitive compensation package. Relocation assistance available for exceptional candidates. Opportunity to help shape commissioning strategy across future developments. #J-18808-Ljbffr
- ...shift differential pay for select roles Annual bonus program 401(k)-retirement plan About The Role We are looking for an MEP Commissioning Manager to join our MEP team on our project in Mount Prospect, IL. This is a full-time, in-person position. Key Responsibilities...SuggestedFull timeFor contractorsNight shiftAfternoon shift
$125k - $175k
...populations to build with us. We deliver far more than just on time and on budget—we deliver with MORE Paschen . Job Overview The Commissioning Manager is responsible for ensuring that all Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Fire/Life Safety, and Fire Protection systems on...SuggestedHourly payFor subcontractorWork at officeFlexible hours- ...Regular Job Classification: Experienced Job Family: Construction Compensation: Salaried Exempt Position Description Manage end-to-end Commissioning processes and delivery of new or retrofit of existing facility to satisfy contract requirements and verify facility...SuggestedContract workFor contractors
- Turner Construction Company is seeking a skilled individual to manage Commissioning processes for construction projects. The role involves overseeing the delivery of facilities, ensuring compliance with project requirements, and collaborating with various teams including...SuggestedFor contractors
$150k - $224k
...best work. Job Summary Responsible for the planning and coordinating of the commissioning for large-scale greenfield data centers and retrofit live data centers. Responsibilities Project Management Creates and implements multi-facility, standards-based commissioning plans...SuggestedContract workTemporary workFor contractorsWork at office$160k - $195k
...Job Classification: Experienced Education: Job Family: Construction Compensation: Salaried Exempt Position Description Manage end-to-end Commissioning processes and delivery of new or retrofit of existing facility to satisfy contract requirements and verify facility operations...Permanent employmentContract workTemporary workFor contractorsWork at officeRemote workLong distanceFlexible hours- ...technical concepts; lighting designers; technology engineers; and commissioning and construction experts. We are a diverse group of... ...our Chicago office, is seeking a Commissioning Engineer Project Manager. This role will provide Cx project management by reviewing the...For contractorsWork experience placementWork at officeLocal areaRemote workWorldwideFlexible hoursShift workNight shift
$125k - $175k
Senior Commissioning Manager (Non-Traveling) 8750 W Bryn Mawr Ave #500, Chicago, IL 60631, USA Position Summary The Senior Commissioning Manager leads the internal commissioning process and closeout of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire/life safety, and fire sprinkler...For contractorsWork at officeLocal area- ...Data Center Commissioning Project Manager Location: Chicago, Illinois Duration: 6-12 Months + Extension We are seeking an experienced Commissioning Project Manager to support the delivery of hyperscale and mission-critical data center projects. The successful...For contractors
$160k - $195k
Turner Construction Company is seeking a Commissioning Manager in Chicago, who manages comprehensive commissioning processes for new and retrofitted facilities. The ideal candidate has at least 15 years of experience in construction and commissioning, and possesses a Bachelor...- Controls Project Manager - Data Centers (Commissioning Focus) Chicago, United States | Posted on 01/28/2026 We are seeking an experienced Controls Project Manager with strong commissioning (Cx) expertise to lead the delivery, integration, and validation of building automation...For contractors
- A leading construction firm in Chicago is searching for a Project Commissioning Manager to oversee commissioning processes for new and retrofit projects. The ideal candidate will have over 12 years of experience in General Construction, particularly as an MEP Engineer or...
$125k - $175k
Power Construction, one of Chicago’s leading General Contractors, is looking for a Senior Commissioning Manager to oversee the commissioning of complex mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire/life safety, and fire sprinkler systems. This role is vital to ensuring system...For contractors- Daksta | Connecting Mission Critical Talent is seeking a Commissioning Manager for a landmark hyperscale data centre project in Chicago, Illinois. The role involves overseeing commissioning processes, coordinating with various teams, and managing subcontractors to ensure...For subcontractorRelocation
$100k - $135k
**Job Description:**The Commissioning Project Manager serves as a key liaison between internal stakeholders, design teams, subcontractors, and owners to drive successful handover of high-performing facilities.The Project Manager with a Commissioning focus is responsible...Temporary workFor contractorsWork experience placementFor subcontractorSeasonal workWork at officeFlexible hours$100k - $135k
Job Description The Commissioning Project Manager serves as a key liaison between internal stakeholders, design teams, subcontractors, and owners to drive successful handover of high-performing facilities. The Project Manager with a Commissioning focus is responsible for...Temporary workFor contractorsWork experience placementFor subcontractorSeasonal workFlexible hours- A leading construction firm in Chicago is seeking a Commissioning Manager responsible for overseeing Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Fire/Life Safety, and Fire Protection systems on major construction projects. The ideal candidate will have a degree in engineering and...
$120k - $180k
Overview Kimley-Horn is seeking an entrepreneurial Senior Project Manager to grow our Mechanical Electrical and Plumbing (MEP) Commissioning practice in the Chicagoland area. This is a high-impact leadership role for someone who thrives at the intersection of client service...Contract workWork at officeWork visaFlexible hours- ...delivering high-performance,efficient,and sustainable buildings worldwide. Our Commissioning Studio team, in our Chicago office, is seekinga Building Enclosure Commissioning Project Manager. This role will join a collaborative team of commissioning professionals for a...Work at officeLocal areaRemote workWorldwideFlexible hoursShift workNight shift
$140k - $170k
...facilities in the world perform flawlessly from day one. Our commissioning teams operate in high-performance environments across hyperscale... ..., and execution are non-negotiable. We are seeking a Project Manager – Data Center Operations (Cx) who thrives in fast-paced environments...Daily paidContract workRelocation$172k
...Commissioning Manager Jacobs seeks an experienced Commissioning Manager to oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of commissioning and startup activities for large-scale natural gas fired power generation facilities. This role is critical to ensuring safe, efficient...Full timeFor contractorsFor subcontractorWork at office- A leading engineering firm in Chicago is seeking a Commissioning Engineer Project Manager to oversee Cx projects. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in engineering and 3-7 years of relevant experience. Key responsibilities include managing project design, conducting...
- Overview Commissioning Manager Data-Center - Chicago, IL at ESR Healthcare client looking to hire a Commissioning Manager for their Data-Center construction projects in Chicago and the surrounding areas. They are looking for someone with at least 5-6 years of experience...
- A leading construction firm is seeking an experienced MEP Commissioning Manager to join their team in Mount Prospect, IL. This full-time, in-person position requires leadership in managing the MEP commissioning process throughout the project lifecycle. The ideal candidate...Full time
- ...at the WVTCP-RLE website here! Duties and Responsibilities Manage the T&C department Deliver the T&C works, in collaboration with... ...of the T&C management plan(s) Development of the Testing and commissioning principles of greenfield systems and coordinate the...Contract work
$160k
...growth-focused professionals. We are seeking a Senior Project & Commissioning Engineer to join the Engineering, Procurement & Construction (... .... This individual will work under the direction of the Senior Manager, EPC Engineering, and will provide technical engineering...Contract workFor contractorsRemote workWork from homeFlexible hours- A healthcare company is seeking a Commissioning Manager in Chicago, IL, to oversee commissioning cycles for data-center construction projects. The successful candidate should have at least 5-6 years of experience in this field. Responsibilities include managing all phases...
- A leading commercial real estate company is seeking a Commissioning Project Manager in Chicago to oversee commissioning activities for data center construction projects. This role involves managing the execution of commissioning phases, ensuring systems meet project requirements...
- ...Place to Work award from USA Today, a distinction based on employee feedback and workplace culture. About the Role As the Installation Manager, you’ll use your project management skills to lead and support our installation team—making sure every job is scheduled, staffed,...Weekly payImmediate start
$136k - $204k
...purpose, and a team that welcomes you—because when you feel valued, you’re empowered to do your best work. The Senior Commissioning Manager – Substation & Utility Systems provides senior commissioning leadership for high‑ and medium‑voltage power infrastructure supporting...Full timeWork at officeRemote work
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