Controls Project Manager Data Centers (Commissioning Focus)

Controls Project Manager – Data Centers (Commissioning Focus)
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We are seeking an experienced Controls Project Manager with strong commissioning (Cx) expertise to lead the delivery, integration, and validation of building automation and controls systems for ground -up data center construction projects. This role is critical to ensuring that all control systems supporting mission -critical mechanical and electrical infrastructure are fully coordinated, tested, and commissioned to meet performance, reliability, and redundancy requirements.
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The ideal candidate brings deep knowledge of controls architecture, sequence development, and integrated systems testing, along with the ability to collaborate effectively with designers, contractors, commissioning agents, and client stakeholders.
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Candidates must be legally authorized to work in North America. Visa sponsorship is not available.
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Key Responsibilities
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Controls Project Leadership
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Manage all aspects of controls scope across data center projects, from design coordination through installation, testing, commissioning, and turnover.
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Serve as the primary point of contact for controls contractors, vendors, and commissioning agents.
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Ensure controls systems align with project requirements, operational intent, and client standards.
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Controls Design & Coordination
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Review and coordinate controls design documents, sequences of operation, points lists, network architecture, and graphics.
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Ensure full integration between BAS, EPMS, BMS, and other control platforms supporting mechanical, electrical, and life safety systems.
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Validate controls coordination with mechanical, electrical, and IT infrastructure to ensure constructability and system interoperability.
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Commissioning (Cx) & Integrated Testing
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Lead controls -related commissioning activities in coordination with third -party commissioning agents.
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Support functional performance testing (FPT), integrated systems testing (IST), and failure scenario testing.
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Ensure controls systems are fully operational, stable, and optimized prior to turnover.
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Resolve commissioning issues efficiently and drive closure of all controls -related deficiencies.
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Contractor & Vendor Management
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Direct and manage controls contractors to ensure compliance with scope, schedule, and quality expectations.
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Monitor installation progress, testing readiness, and manpower planning.
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Hold vendors accountable for documentation, testing procedures, and as -built deliverables.
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Schedule, Risk & Quality Management
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Develop and maintain controls schedules aligned with overall construction and commissioning milestones.
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Identify risks related to controls integration, system readiness, or commissioning sequencing, and implement mitigation strategies.
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Ensure adherence to safety requirements, quality standards, and client -specific controls guidelines.
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Client & Stakeholder Engagement
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Provide clear communication to clients and internal stakeholders regarding controls status, risks, and commissioning readiness.
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Support owner training, documentation handoff, and operational acceptance.
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Qualifications
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• 7+ years of experience in controls project management for mission -critical or large commercial facilities.
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• Strong hands -on experience supporting commissioning (Cx), integrated testing, and system startup.
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• Deep understanding of BAS and controls systems supporting data centers, including HVAC, electrical monitoring, and redundancy systems.
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• Experience coordinating with commissioning agents, design engineers, and construction teams.
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• Ability to manage controls from design through turnover with minimal supervision.
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• Strong communication and organizational skills.
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  Preferred Qualifications
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  • Data center or mission -critical facility experience (required strongly preferred).
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  • Familiarity with platforms such as Siemens, Schneider, Honeywell, Johnson Controls, or similar.
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  • Experience with EPMS, BMS, and integrated monitoring systems.
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  • Background working for a controls contractor, commissioning firm, owner’s rep, or GC.
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  • Proficiency with project management tools (Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project).
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