Commissioning Field Manager

DataX Connect; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Highfield Professional Solutions Ltd. is seeking an on-site commissioning leader for national data center and infrastructure projects. You will drive commissioning on complex builds, lead field teams, and work directly with clients in a hands-on role.

Travel will be significant (up to 75% in the U.S.), with reduction after an initial 3-9 months. Degree in Engineering/Construction or 10+ years of hands-on experience is required.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or Construction or 10+ years of hands-on commissioning experience.
• Proven ability to lead field execution and coordinate teams.
• Strong organizational skills, self-driven, and detail-focused.
• Comfortable working remotely and leveraging new technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting of electrical, mechanical, and controls systems.
• Direct contractors and vendors; manage field teams and resources.
• Act as the primary client contact on site.
• Develop commissioning plans, checklists, and test scripts.
• Review designs and resolve technical issues.
• Track progress, manage risks, and deliver clear project reporting.

Skills

MEP commissioning

Field leadership

Client liaison

Remote work

Education

Engineering/Construction degree

Job description

Travel: 75% (reducing to 50% travel after an initial 3-9 months)

Join a national owners representative delivering cutting-edge data center and infrastructure projects. This is a hands‑on leadership role where you’ll drive commissioning on complex builds, lead field teams, and work directly with clients.

What You’ll Do

• Lead on-site commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting of electrical, mechanical, and controls systems
• Direct contractors and vendors; manage field teams and resources
• Act as the primary client contact on site
• Develop commissioning plans, checklists, and test scripts
• Review designs and resolve technical issues
• Track progress, manage risks, and deliver clear project reporting

What You Bring

• Strong commissioning experience across MEP systems
• Proven leadership in field execution and team coordination
• Highly organized, self-driven, and detail-focused
• Comfortable working remotely and leveraging new technologies

Experience

• Degree in Engineering/Construction
• OR
• 10+ years of relevant hands‑on commissioning experience

Travel

• Up to 75% U.S. travel (reducing to 50% travel after an initial 3-9 months)
• Valid driver’s license required

Why Join?

• Lead high-impact, mission-critical projects
• Work with top-tier clients and technologies
• Grow your career in a fast-paced, high-visibility role