Commissioning Project Manager (Data Centers)

LeoForce

Secaucus (NJ)

Hybrid

USD 140,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Competitive salary

Job summary

Fortune 500 Engineering, Energy, and Infrastructure Firm specializing in Mission Critical Data Center projects seeks an Electrical Commissioning Project Manager to lead MV electrical system commissioning, BESS and Microgrid integration for hyperscale facilities across North America.

Hybrid role with periodic travel to project sites; requires PE license, BSEE, 7–10+ years of experience, and proven leadership in commissioning, testing, startup, and IST for mission-critical data centers and complex

Qualifications

BSEE degree and PE license required.
7–10+ years of electrical commissioning experience.
Experience with mission-critical data center projects.
Experience with medium-voltage electrical systems.
Experience with construction, testing, startup, and commissioning of medium voltage projects, BESS, and microgrids.

Responsibilities

Lead commissioning activities for mission-critical data center electrical infrastructure from pre-functional testing through final acceptance.
Manage commissioning schedules, documentation, and project execution for multiple complex projects.
Oversee construction verification, equipment startup, integrated systems testing (IST), and functional performance testing.
Commission large-scale reciprocating engine islanded power generation systems integrated with Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).
Coordinate commissioning of: MV distribution systems, Switchgear, Protective relays, Generator controls, Engine controls, Battery Energy Storage Systems, Microgrid control platforms.

Skills

Electrical commissioning

Project management

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE)

Professional Engineer (PE) License

Tools

Medium Voltage Switchgear

SCADA

Generator Controls

Job description

Commissioning Project Manager (Data Centers)

Secaucus,NJ, US

Job Description

Experience: Senior Level
Salary: $140,000 - $180,000 per year

Job Details

Commissioning Project Manager – Mission Critical Data Centers (BESS / Microgrids)

We are seeking Cx Project Manager to join our Data Center Commissioning Team focused on next-generation Critical Power Infrastructure, including Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and Microgrid solutions. This is an outstanding opportunity to join an industry leader delivering highly complex Mission-Critical Projects for Hyperscale Data Centers and other Critical Facilities across North America.

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Commissioning Project Manager to lead the commissioning of complex mission-critical electrical systems supporting hyperscale data centers. This role will focus on the construction, testing, startup, and commissioning of advanced microgrid solutions integrating Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) with large-scale reciprocating engine power generation.

The ideal candidate possesses a strong electrical engineering background and extensive experience commissioning medium-voltage electrical distribution systems, backup generation, switchgear, protection and control systems, and integrated power infrastructure within mission-critical environments.

This is a hybrid position requiring periodic travel to project sites throughout North America.

Responsibilities

Lead commissioning activities for mission-critical data center electrical infrastructure from pre-functional testing through final acceptance.
Manage commissioning schedules, documentation, and project execution for multiple complex projects.
Oversee construction verification, equipment startup, integrated systems testing (IST), and functional performance testing.
Commission large-scale reciprocating engine islanded power generation systems integrated with Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).
Coordinate commissioning of:
Medium Voltage (MV) electrical distribution systems
Switchgear
Protective relays
Generator control systems
Engine controls
Battery Energy Storage Systems
Microgrid control platforms
Review electrical drawings, specifications, sequence of operations, commissioning plans, and test procedures.
Coordinate closely with owners, contractors, equipment manufacturers, design engineers, and field teams to ensure successful project delivery.
Lead issue resolution during startup and commissioning while maintaining project schedules.
Prepare commissioning reports, punch lists, deficiency tracking, and turnover documentation.
Ensure compliance with applicable electrical codes, safety standards, and commissioning best practices.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE)
Professional Engineer (PE) License (Required)
7–10+ years of electrical commissioning experience
Demonstrated experience commissioning mission-critical Data Center projects
Strong experience commissioning medium-voltage electrical systems
Experience with construction, testing, startup, and commissioning of:

Medium voltage projects

Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
Microgrids
Reciprocating engine power generation systems
Islanded power systems

Thorough understanding of:

Medium Voltage Switchgear
Generator Controls
Protective Relays
Electrical Distribution Systems
Engine Controls
SCADA and control systems

Ability to read and interpret electrical one-line diagrams, schematics, and control drawings.

Excellent communication and project leadership skills.

Preferred Experience

Experience commissioning one or more of the following:

Hyperscale Data Centers
Colocation Data Centers
Mission Critical Facilities
Utility-scale Battery Energy Storage Systems
Critical Power Infrastructure
Emergency Power Systems
Combined Heat & Power (CHP)
Distributed Energy Resources (DER)

Travel

Hybrid work environment
Initial travel to assigned project sites to establish project familiarity and support commissioning activities
Moderate travel based on project assignments

Why This Opportunity?

Join one of the fastest-growing Mission Critical commissioning practices in North America.
Work on cutting-edge data center infrastructure supporting AI, cloud computing, and critical digital infrastructure.
Lead the commissioning of innovative Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and Microgrid projects.
Long-term career growth with a financially strong Fortune 500 organization committed to expanding its mission-critical and energy infrastructure business.

This position offers the opportunity to work on some of the industry's most technically advanced mission-critical projects while helping shape the future of resilient power systems and next-generation data center infrastructure.

A bit about us:

Fortune 500 Engineering, Energy, and Infrastructure Firm specializing in the Mission Critical Data Center Business. Award-Winning International Engineering Firm leading the industry in deliver Mission-Critical Infrastructure Solutions for Hyperscale Data Center Projects.

Why join us?