Lead Electrical Commissioning Superintendent

Job Details:

Electrical Commissioning Superintendent

Mission-Critical Data Centers | Electrical Construction | Critical Power

Location: U.S. Based (Travel to Project Sites)
Travel: Up to 100% (Weekly Travel Required)
Compensation: $130,000 - $170,000 + Comprehensive Benefits

A leading engineering and construction management firm is seeking an experienced Electrical Commissioning Superintendent to oversee field commissioning activities on large-scale mission-critical data center projects throughout the United States.

This hands-on leadership role is responsible for directing field execution of electrical commissioning, coordinating contractors and commissioning teams, ensuring quality and safety, and driving projects from equipment installation through integrated systems testing and final turnover. The Superintendent serves as the primary field representative for all electrical commissioning activities.

Responsibilities

Field Leadership

• Lead daily electrical commissioning activities on active construction sites.
• Coordinate commissioning schedules with construction, engineering, and client teams.
• Supervise commissioning contractors, electrical subcontractors, equipment vendors, and field technicians.
• Conduct daily planning meetings, safety briefings, and progress updates.
• Monitor project milestones and proactively resolve field issues to maintain schedule.

Electrical Commissioning

Oversee commissioning and startup of:

• Medium- and low-voltage switchgear
• Standby generators
• Generator paralleling switchgear
• UPS systems
• Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS)
• PDUs and RPPs
• Busway systems
• EPMS/BMS integration
• Critical power distribution systems

Coordinate and witness:

• Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT)
• Site Acceptance Testing (SAT)
• Equipment startup
• Functional testing
• Load bank testing
• Generator acceptance testing
• Utility transfer testing
• Integrated Systems Testing (IST)
• Black Building and Failure Mode Testing

Quality & Safety

• Verify installations meet project specifications and quality standards.
• Ensure compliance with NEC, NFPA 70E, OSHA, NETA, and site safety requirements.
• Oversee Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures and energized work planning.
• Track commissioning deficiencies and ensure timely resolution.
• Maintain complete commissioning documentation, punch lists, and turnover packages.

Project Coordination

• Coordinate electrical activities with mechanical, controls, and construction teams.
• Review commissioning schedules and support project sequencing.
• Interface directly with owners, contractors, engineers, and equipment manufacturers.
• Support project turnover and owner training.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in electrical construction, commissioning, startup, field engineering, or critical power systems.
• Previous experience as a Superintendent, General Superintendent, Lead Commissioning Technician, Field Engineer, or Commissioning Manager.
• Experience with mission-critical facilities including:
  • Data Centers
  • Utility Power
  • Industrial Manufacturing
  • Healthcare
  • Semiconductor Facilities
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Medium- and low-voltage power distribution
  • Switchgear
  • UPS systems
  • Generators
  • ATS equipment
  • Protective relays
  • Electrical testing and commissioning
• Familiarity with:
  • Integrated Systems Testing (IST)
  • Load bank testing
  • FAT/SAT procedures
  • Energization planning
• Working knowledge of:
  • NEC
  • NFPA 70E
  • OSHA
  • NETA Acceptance Testing Standards
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to travel extensively and work on active construction sites nationwide.

Preferred Qualifications

• NETA, NICET, BCxP, CxA, or related commissioning certifications.
• Previous experience supporting hyperscale or colocation data center projects.
• Experience using Procore or similar construction management software.
• Electrical license, journeyman, master electrician, or engineering background is a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $130,000 - $170,000
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Life, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Company-paid travel expenses
• Professional development and certification assistance
• Ongoing technical and safety training

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If you have experience leading electrical field operations and commissioning critical power systems for mission-critical facilities, we encourage you to apply.

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