Commissioning Manager - Mission Critical

GCON Inc.; Fort Stockton (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental coverage

401(k) contribution

Profit sharing

Tuition reimbursement

Continuing education sponsorship

Volunteer time off

Boot voucher program

Mental health services

Job summary

GCON Inc. in Ft. Stockton, TX seeks a Commissioning Manager for mission-critical data center projects.

You will own end-to-end commissioning from preconstruction strategy through L5 testing, coordinating with project teams, trade partners, clients, and third‑party agents on-site. The role emphasizes reliability, redundancy, and compliance across L1–L5, with client meetings, level-gate reporting, risk management, and continuous improvement of commissioning workflows.

Qualifications

• 8–10+ years of commissioning experience on mission-critical or data center projects with a general contractor.
• Demonstrated expertise leading L3 functional testing and L4 IST on hyperscale or enterprise-scale data centers.
• Proven experience managing L5 full facility acceptance testing under IT load for Tier III/IV or equivalent environments.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• Deep knowledge of MEP and critical infrastructure systems commissioning, including test procedures and defect resolution.
• Strong leadership to align cross-functional teams and third-party agents on concurrent levels.
• Ability to analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve complex system interactions during L4 IST.
• Excellent client-facing communication and reporting on commissioning status.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full L1–L5 commissioning program for multiple hyperscale data center projects across mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and controls.
• Develop and implement commissioning plans, schedules, and level-gate workflows for all phases (L1–L5).
• Define level-entry and level-exit criteria for each phase to ensure readiness.
• Manage multi-disciplinary teams including project managers and subcontractors.
• Oversee risk management and mitigation for schedule, readiness, and critical path gates.
• Ensure QA, code compliance, redundancy, and reliability through structured progression.
• Lead client meetings and gate reviews, presenting status and reports to owners and third-party agents.
• Collaborate with preconstruction to integrate commissioning strategies during design reviews.
• Standardize level-gate documentation and promote digital commissioning tools.
• Manage final L5 acceptance, turnover, and owner training.

Skills

Commissioning leadership

L1–L5 commissioning

L3 IST testing

Client-facing communication

Cross-team coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

Procore

BIM 360

Job description

Commissioning Manager - Mission Critical

Location: Ft. Stockton, Texas - 100% On Site

At GCON, we’re not just delivering buildings— we’re delivering the infrastructure that supports next-generation technology. Our work in West Texas is part of a major data center development tied to the rapid expansion of AI and cloud computing. These are complex, fast-moving projects where precision, coordination, and financial discipline are critical to success.

This opportunity stands out not only for the scale and impact of the work, but also for its setting. Located in a remote area of West Texas, this is a fully on-site position that offers a uniquely immersive project experience. You’ll work side‑by‑side with project teams in the field, gaining hands‑on exposure to large‑scale construction operations.

As the Commissioning Manager, you will own the end-to-end commissioning process — from preconstruction strategy through L5 integrated systems testing and final owner acceptance. You'll coordinate across project teams, trade partners, clients, and third‑party commissioning agents to ensure all systems perform to the highest standards of reliability, redundancy, and compliance at every commissioning level.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the full L1–L5 commissioning program for multiple large-scale hyperscale data center projects, encompassing mechanical, electrical, plumbing, controls, and specialty systems across every phase of commissioning rigor.
• Develop and implement comprehensive commissioning plans, schedules, and level‑gate workflows for all phases — L1 component verification, L2 pre‑functional checks, L3 functional performance testing, L4 integrated systems testing (IST), and L5 full facility/IT load testing through final turnover.
• Define level‑entry and level‑exit criteria for each commissioning phase, ensuring no system advances without meeting documented readiness standards.
• Manage and coordinate multi‑disciplinary teams — including project managers, superintendents, subcontractors, and third‑party commissioning agents — aligning all stakeholders to commissioning level milestones and critical path gates.
• Oversee risk management and recovery strategies for schedule, system readiness, and critical path impacts at each commissioning level, with particular focus on protecting L4/L5 integrated testing windows.
• Ensure quality assurance, code compliance, redundancy requirements (N, N+1, 2N), and system reliability are validated through structured level‑by‑level progression.
• Lead client‑facing meetings and gate reviews at each commissioning level, providing technical expertise, issue logs, and level‑completion reporting to owners and third‑party agents.
• Partner with preconstruction teams to develop L1–L5 commissioning strategies during design review, anticipating system sequencing challenges and optimizing testing workflows for hyperscale build schedules.
• Drive continuous improvement by standardizing level‑gate documentation, integrating digital commissioning tools, and mentoring project teams on hyperscale commissioning best practices.
• Manage final L5 acceptance and project turnover, including complete commissioning documentation packages, owner training, and lessons learned across all commissioning levels.

Required Skills & Experience

• 8–10+ years of commissioning experience on mission‑critical or data center projects with a general contractor, including hands‑on delivery of L1 through L5 commissioning scopes.
• Demonstrated expertise leading L3 functional testing and L4 integrated systems testing (IST) on hyperscale or enterprise‑scale data center facilities.
• Proven experience managing L5 full facility acceptance testing under IT load for Tier III/IV or equivalent hyperscale environments.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Deep knowledge of MEP and critical infrastructure systems commissioning, including level‑specific test procedures, deficiency tracking, and resolution workflows.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to align cross‑functional teams and third‑party commissioning agents across concurrent commissioning levels on fast‑track schedules.
• Ability to analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve complex system interactions — particularly during L4 IST scenarios — under tight deadlines.
• Excellent client‑facing communication skills, with experience presenting level‑completion reports and commissioning status to owners and technical stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Direct experience delivering L1–L5 commissioning programs for hyperscale clients (e.g., AWS, Microsoft, Google, Meta) at gigawatt‑scale campus or multi‑building facilities.
• Familiarity with hyperscale owner commissioning standards and how they map to internal L1–L5 level structures.
• Proficiency with Primavera P6, Procore, BIM 360, and commissioning management platforms capable of tracking level‑gate status across large systems counts.
• Working knowledge of ASHRAE Guideline 0, NEBB, and BCA standards as they apply to structured commissioning level progression.
• Experience managing concurrent L3/L4 testing across multiple buildings or power blocks within a single campus program.

The GCON Way

• Work with a forward‑thinking, collaborative team that embraces technology and innovation.
• Be part of a leading construction manager building cutting‑edge data center facilities.
• Competitive compensation.
• 100% employee medical/dental premium coverage (generous family coverage with 3 plans to tailor to needs).
• Immediate employer 401(k) contribution regardless of employee participation.
• Potential annual profit sharing bonus.
• Employee rewards program to redeem for gift cards or contribute to cause of your choosing.
• Tuition reimbursement program for pursuits outside position.
• Sponsorship for continuing education for career pursuits.
• 40 hours of volunteer time off (VTO) for causes you support in addition to PTO.
• Employee boot voucher program.
• Access to StrongerWork optimal mental health services.

GCON is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the bases of any status protected under federal, state, or local law. Applicants will be considered regardless of their race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law. In addition to complying with all applicable laws, GCON also has a strong corporate commitment to inclusion.