Lead Commissioning Manager, Mission-Critical Data Centers

Vertiv Co; Jakarta Pusat; On-site; IDR 350,000,000 - 520,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertiv Co in SEA is seeking a Project Engineering Manager to lead commissioning of mission-critical electrical and mechanical systems for data-center projects. You will drive IST, FAT/SAT, and handover, ensuring safety, quality, and contractual alignment.

The role demands 8+ years in commissioning, strong leadership, and experience coordinating across clients, contractors, and internal teams to deliver on time and within scope.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent).
• Relevant professional certifications (e.g., PMP, CxA) are advantageous.
• 8+ years of commissioning experience in data centers or mission-critical environments.
• Deep expertise in mission-critical electrical and mechanical infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the end-to-end commissioning strategy for assigned projects, ensuring compliance with design, standards, and client acceptance criteria.
• Lead integrated systems testing (IST) and total system commissioning, managing cross-disciplinary sequencing and dependencies.
• Act as the technical authority for commissioning across all critical systems, including electrical (UPS, generators, switchgear), mechanical (chillers, CRAC, pumps), and BMS/controls integration.
• Develop, approve, and manage commissioning plans, test scripts, procedures, and checklists to ensure comprehensive test coverage.
• Coordination meetings with clients, contractors, consultants, vendors, and internal teams; establish clear priorities and escalation pathways.
• Review design documentation and vendor submittals to identify commissioning risks, interfaces, and opportunities for constructability improvements.
• Plan and manage commissioning resources (internal and subcontractor), including forecasting, mobilization, and utilization.
• Establish and enforce strict QA/QC and safety protocols for energization and testing, including LOTO and permit-to-work systems.
• Assist service team with the troubleshooting and resolution of complex technical issues during commissioning, ensuring root cause analysis and effective corrective actions.
• Oversee and witness FAT, SAT, and functional performance tests.
• Assist PMO with the project handover to Service Operations, ensuring operational readiness and a smooth transition.
• Own the delivery of all commissioning documentation and turnover packages, ensuring they meet contractual and quality standards.
• Provide regular, clear reporting on commissioning progress, KPIs, risks, and constraints to stakeholders and leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

IST/Commissioning

Electrical systems

BMS/SCADA integration

Safety awareness

QA/QC

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

PMP/CxA advantageous

Job description

Vertiv Co in SEA is seeking a Project Engineering Manager to lead commissioning of mission-critical electrical and mechanical systems for data-center projects. You will drive IST, FAT/SAT, and handover, ensuring safety, quality, and contractual alignment.

The role demands 8+ years in commissioning, strong leadership, and experience coordinating across clients, contractors, and internal teams to deliver on time and within scope.