Commissioning Project Manager (Data Centers)

Jobot; Sterling (VA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Base Salary with Bonus

Salary + Time & Half Overtime

401K with Matching Contribution

Unlimited PTO

Complete Health Benefits with Life Ins

Fully Remote

Accelerated Career Growth!

Job summary

Jobot seeks an experienced Commissioning Project Manager for Data Centers, focusing on BESS and microgrids. You will lead the commissioning of complex electrical systems, coordinate with owners, vendors, and field teams, and ensure on-time delivery of critical infrastructure across North America.

The role requires a PE license, 7–10+ years in electrical commissioning, and a strong background with MV distribution, switchgear, and control systems. This is a hybrid/remote opportunity with travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering required.
• Professional Engineer license required.
• 7–10+ years of electrical commissioning experience.
• Experience with mission-critical data center projects and MV systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead commissioning activities for mission-critical 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, IST, and functional testing.
• Coordinate commissioning of MV systems, switchgear, protective relays, generator controls, engine controls, BESS, and microgrid platforms.

Skills

Electrical commissioning

Project leadership

Communication

Education

BSEE

PE License

Tools

SCADA

Job description

Commissioning Project Manager – Data Centers (BESS / Microgrids) - Hybrid/Remote

Salary: $140,000 - $180,000 per year

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Tony Barhoum

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?

• Competitive Base Salary with Bonus
• Salary + Time & Half Overtime
• 401K with Matching Contribution
• Unlimited PTO
• Complete Health Benefits with Life Insurance
• Fully Remote
• Accelerated Career Growth!

Job Details

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:
  • 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.

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