Project Manager - Data Centre Commissioning

Facility Performance Consulting; Mumbai; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Facility Performance Consulting is seeking an experienced data centre commissioning Project Manager to lead client-side commissioning activities in Mumbai. You will guide multi-disciplinary teams, manage commercial and scheduling aspects, and ensure adherence to Tier III/IV architectures.

The role requires 15+ years in MEP commissioning with 5+ years in DC projects, plus strong PM skills and certifications.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• 15+ years of commissioning management experience in MEP systems, with 5+ years in Data Centre Commissioning PM.
• Strong Commercial and Project Management experience.
• Experience delivering commissioning for hyperscale or enterprise data centers.
• Proven leadership in multi-disciplinary commissioning teams in high-availability environments.
• Deep understanding of L1-L5 commissioning methodologies and best practices.
• Expertise in data center infrastructure: UPS, generators, MV/LV switchgear, cooling and BMS/BAS integrations.
• Knowledge of Tier III/Tier IV design architectures and reliability strategies.
• Experience reviewing complex MEP designs, SoO, cause-effect matrices, and controls logic.
• Proficiency in PM processes (risk, issue, change management).
• Relevant certifications (CxA, BCxP, NEBB, BSRIA, ASHRAE, PMP/Prince2) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage data centre commissioning projects as part of Client-Side Commissioning Agent role.
• Lead multi-disciplinary commissioning teams in high-availability environments.
• Take commercial responsibility for project contract, commercial performance and internal reporting across project margins, risks, resource expenses forecasts.
• Develop and optimise Work Breakdown Schedule of MEP commissioning.
• Conduct and oversee L1-L5 commissioning methodologies, including IST sequences, scenario testing, and failover simulation.
• Perform technical audits, document inspection reports, and witness start-up and testing.
• Review and interpret complex MEP designs, SoO, cause-effect matrices, and controls logic.
• Manage project risks, issues, and change processes.
• Lead client meetings, report project status, and manage stakeholder expectations.
• Ensure compliance with Tier III/Tier IV design architectures and reliability strategies.
• Coordinate with contractors, consultants, and internal staff to achieve project objectives.
• Produce technical and non-technical reports on field activities and commissioning outcomes.

Skills

Data Centre PM

Team leadership

Commercial management

Risk management

BMS/BAS integration

IST sequences

Education

B.Tech / B.E. Engineering

Tools

Primavera

MSP

ACC BIM360

Compass

Cx Alloy

Procore

Job description

Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage data centre commissioning projects as part of our Client-Side Commissioning Agent (CxA) role, ensuring efficient delivery and adherence to timelines.
• Lead multi-disciplinary commissioning teams in high-availability environments.
• Take commercial responsibility for the project contract, commercial performance and continuous internal reporting across project margins, risks, resource expense forecasts
• Develop and optimise Work Breakdown Schedule of MEP commissioning.
• Conduct and oversee L1-L5 commissioning methodologies, including IST sequences, scenario testing, and failover simulation.
• Perform technical audits, document inspection reports, and witness equipment/systems start-up and testing.
• Review and interpret complex MEP designs, SoO, cause-effect matrices, and controls logic.
• Manage project risks, issues, and change processes.
• Lead client meetings, report project status, and manage stakeholder expectations.
• Ensure compliance with Tier III/Tier IV design architectures and reliability strategies.
• Coordinate with contractors, consultants, and internal staff to achieve project objectives.
• Produce technical and non-technical reports on field activities and commissioning outcomes.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (B. Tech/ B.E. or equivalent)
• 15+ years of commissioning management experience in MEP systems, with 5+ years specifically in Data Centre Commissioning Project Management
• Strong Commercial and Project Management experience
• Strong background in delivering commissioning for hyperscale or enterprise data center projects
• Proven leadership in managing multi-disciplinary commissioning teams in high-availability environments
• Deep understanding of L1-L5 commissioning methodologies and best practices
• Expertise in data center infrastructure: UPS, generators, MV/LV switchgear, cooling systems, and BMS/BAS integrations
• Knowledge of Tier III/Tier IV design architectures and reliability strategies
• Experience in reviewing complex MEP designs, SoO, cause-effect matrices, and controls logic
• Proficiency in project management, including risk, issue, and change management processes
• Strong client communication and stakeholder management skills
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CxA, BCxP, NEBB, BSRIA, ASHRAE, PMP/Prince2) are preferred

Essential:

• Ability to work independently, manage workload, and take responsibility with minimal oversight
• Compliance with company policies, including Health Safety and reporting procedure
• Ability to develop and optimise Work Breakdown Schedule of MEP commissioning. Knowledge of scheduling software like Primvera, MSP etc will be an advantage.
• Experience of using commissioning tools such as ACC ( BIM 360); Compass; Cx Alloy, Procore.

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