Commissioning Manager

Metric DCX; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Metric DCX is seeking an experienced Commissioning Manager to lead commissioning activities across hyperscale data center and mission-critical projects from planning through handover. You will oversee end-to-end testing of electrical, mechanical, controls, fire protection and life safety systems, and coordinate with owners, contractors and design teams.

The role requires 12+ years in construction/commissioning, 10+ years in MEP commissioning on data centers, and strong leadership and stakeholder

Qualifications

• 12+ years of construction or commissioning experience.
• 10+ years of direct MEP commissioning on hyperscale data centers or mission-critical projects.
• Experience leading end-to-end commissioning on at least three mission-critical projects.
• Strong understanding of electrical, mechanical, controls, and building systems.
• Experience managing project teams, schedules, resources, and budgets.
• Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred.
• Strong communication, leadership, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end commissioning across electrical, mechanical, controls, fire protection, and life safety systems.
• Develop commissioning plans, specifications, checklists, and testing procedures.
• Oversee functional performance testing, system validation, and operational readiness.
• Coordinate owners, contractors, design teams, and commissioning specialists.
• Track project progress, resolve technical issues, and manage risks.
• Maintain commissioning documentation, reports, issue logs, and closeout deliverables.
• Manage project schedules, resources, costs, and team performance.
• Ensure successful system turnover and readiness for operation.

Skills

Commissioning management

MEP coordination

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Project scheduling

Risk management

Education

Engineering degree

Construction Management degree

Job description

Overview:

An established commissioning firm is seeking an experienced Commissioning Manager to lead commissioning activities across hyperscale data center and mission-critical projects.

The role will oversee commissioning from planning through final testing and handover, ensuring systems meet design requirements, performance standards, and operational objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end commissioning across electrical, mechanical, controls, fire protection, and life safety systems.
• Develop commissioning plans, specifications, checklists, and testing procedures.
• Oversee functional performance testing, system validation, and operational readiness.
• Coordinate owners, contractors, design teams, and commissioning specialists.
• Track project progress, resolve technical issues, and manage risks.
• Maintain commissioning documentation, reports, issue logs, and closeout deliverables.
• Manage project schedules, resources, costs, and team performance.
• Ensure successful system turnover and readiness for operation.

Requirements:

• 12+ years of construction or commissioning experience.
• 10+ years of direct MEP commissioning experience on hyperscale data center or mission-critical projects.
• Experience leading end-to-end commissioning across at least three mission-critical projects.
• Strong understanding of electrical, mechanical, controls, and building systems.
• Experience managing project teams, schedules, resources, and budgets.
• Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred.
• Strong communication, leadership, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.