Commissioning Low Voltage Manager - Mission Critical

Big-D Construction; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Dental

HSA with employer

PTO & Holidays

401k match

Life & Disability

Supplemental Benefits

Job summary

Big-D Mission Critical is seeking an experienced Commissioning Manager to lead planning, installation, testing, commissioning and turnover of low-voltage systems on data center projects. The role may be based in Reno, NV or involve travel.

You will coordinate with owners, agents, consultants and trade partners, develop schedules, and ensure integration across LV, electrical, IT, and security systems. A bachelor’s degree and 5+ years in related fields are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Information Technology or related field.
• 5+ years in mission-critical construction, data centers, commissioning or technology infrastructure.
• Experience managing low-voltage systems from install through turnover.
• Understanding of commissioning methodologies and integrated testing.
• Familiarity with data center operations and critical environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, installation, coordination, testing, commissioning and turnover of low-voltage systems.
• Coordinate with owners, agents, consultants and trades for LV infrastructure.
• Develop and manage LV installation and commissioning schedules.
• Ensure integration between electrical, mechanical, controls, security and IT systems.
• Lead IST activities and manage commissioning punch lists and progress reports.
• Milestone turnover to owner operations teams.

Skills

Low-voltage systems

Commissioning

Data centers

Project leadership

Reading construction docs

IST knowledge

Critical environments

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering or IT

Job description

Low Voltage Systems Oversight

Big-D Mission Critical is searching for an experienced and dynamic Commissioning Manager. The CX Low Voltage Manager is responsible for leading the planning, installation, coordination, testing, commissioning, and turnover of all low-voltage systems within data center projects.

This position can be based in Reno, NV or in a traveling position.

Responsibilities

Project Planning & Coordination

• Lead low-voltage scope execution from preconstruction through project turnover.
• Participate in design reviews and identify constructability, commissioning, and operational concerns.
• Coordinate with owners, commissioning agents, consultants, and trade partners regarding low-voltage infrastructure requirements.
• Develop and manage low-voltage installation and commissioning schedules.
• Ensure integration between electrical, mechanical, controls, security, and IT systems.

Low Voltage Systems Oversight

• Structured cabling systems
• Fiber optic backbone infrastructure
• Telecommunications systems
• Network equipment rooms (MDF/IDF)
• Security systems (ACS, CCTV, intrusion detection)
• EPMS systems
• Building Management Systems (BMS)
• Data center monitoring systems
• Wireless and cellular DAS systems
• AV systems
• Fire alarm interfaces
• OT/IT network infrastructure

Commissioning & Turnover

• Partner with the commissioning team to develop and execute commissioning plans.
• Verify completion of installation, testing, labeling, documentation, and quality requirements.
• Coordinate vendor startup and testing activities.
• Lead integrated systems testing (IST) activities for low-voltage systems.
• Facilitate issue resolution and manage commissioning punch lists.
• Track and report commissioning progress to project leadership and clients.
• Ensure successful turnover of systems to owner operations teams.

Quality Assurance

• Implement quality control processes for all low-voltage installations.
• Conduct inspections to verify compliance with contract documents and industry standards.
• Review test reports, OTDR results, cable certifications, and functional testing documentation.
• Ensure accurate as-built documentation and turnover packages.

Leadership & Communication

• Provide regular updates to Project Executives, Project Managers, and Superintendents.
• Lead low-voltage and commissioning coordination meetings.
• Mentor field personnel and project engineers supporting commissioning activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field preferred.
• 5 years of experience in mission-critical construction, data centers, commissioning, low-voltage systems, or technology infrastructure.
• Experience managing low-voltage systems from installation through turnover.
• Strong knowledge of commissioning methodologies and integrated systems testing.
• Understanding of data center operations and critical environments.
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents, one-line diagrams, network drawings, and control schematics.
• Experience with hyperscale, colocation, or enterprise data center projects preferred.

Benefits

• 100% Medical & Dental premiums paid for
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with Employer Contribution
• PTO & Holidays
• 401k with match
• Life Insurance & Disability paid for
• Supplemental Benefits available

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.