Commissioning Superintendent

Praetorian Power Protection; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 135,000 - 177,000; Full time

Job summary

Praetorian Power Protection seeks an experienced Commissioning Superintendent to oversee all commissioning and closeout for cutting-edge data center projects in Fargo, ND. You will manage L2/L3 performance testing for critical power and cooling infrastructure, and lead QA/QC and final sign-off, coordinating with GC, subs, and the owner's operations team.

Minimum 7+ years in construction or commissioning with data center experience is required, including deep electrical and I&C knowledge and

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in construction or commissioning, with at least 3 years in a Superintendent or lead CX role.
• Mandatory experience working specifically on data center construction projects.
• Experience with L2 and L3 commissioning processes.
• Deep technical knowledge in electrical, controls (I&C and fiber optic), and/or mechanical systems.
• Experience in punch list management and final system sign-off.
• Proficiency with commissioning software/tools and documentation management.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute all phases of commissioning, including L2/L3 testing for critical power and cooling.
• Implement QA/QC procedures throughout construction and commissioning.
• Drive final project closeout, punch list resolution, and closeout documentation.
• Provide technical leadership in electrical, controls, and mechanical systems.
• Coordinate activities between general contractors, subcontractors, commissioning agents, and the owner's operations team.

Skills

Team coordination

QA/QC

Troubleshooting

Electrical knowledge

Tools

Commissioning software

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Fargo, ND 58102Salary Range: $65.00 - $85.00 HourlyCommissioning Superintendent - Data Center Construction

Praetorian Power Protection, the leader in NETA testing and staff augmentation for the mission critical industry, is seeking an experienced and highly technical Commissioning Superintendent to oversee all aspects of commissioning and closeout for cutting‑edge data center projects. If you have a proven track record managing complex electrical and mechanical systems through final acceptance, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Commissioning Execution: Manage and execute all phases of commissioning, including Level 2 (L2) and Level 3 (L3) functional performance testing for critical power and cooling infrastructure.
• Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC): Implement and enforce rigorous QA/QC procedures throughout the construction and commissioning phases.
• Closeout and Completion: Drive the final project closeout process, including managing and completing punch lists and ensuring the delivery of comprehensive closeout documentation.
• System Expertise: Provide technical leadership in one or more of the following domains:
  • Electrical Systems: Medium voltage, low voltage, UPS, and generator systems.
  • Controls/Instrumentation (I&C): Building Management Systems (BMS), fiber optic controls, and distributed control systems.
  • Mechanical Systems: HVAC, chiller plants, and related data center cooling infrastructure.
• Technical Problem‑Solving: Utilize strong technical skills to troubleshoot complex system deficiencies and implement effective solutions in the field.
• Team Coordination: Coordinate activities between general contractors, subcontractors, commissioning agents, and the owner’s operations team.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in construction or commissioning, with at least 3 years in a Superintendent or lead CX role.
• Mandatory experience working specifically on data center construction projects.
• Demonstrated expertise and hands‑on experience with L2 and L3 commissioning processes.
• Deep technical knowledge in electrical, controls (I&C and fiber optic), and/or mechanical systems.
• Exceptional skills in managing and driving project completion, punch list resolution, and final system sign‑off.
• Proficiency with commissioning software/tools and documentation management.

Why Join Praetorian Power Protection?

We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to work on some of the largest and most critical data center projects in the industry. Join us and help power the future!