Data Center Commissioning Lead (Start-up & Handover)

Kiewit; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

TDY per diem

Relocation package

Medical benefits

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking a Commissioning Manager to oversee end-to-end commissioning for major industrial projects in the United States. You will define, manage, and execute pre-commissioning, commissioning, start-up, and handover activities, ensuring safety, quality, value, and schedule targets are met.

You will lead multi-disciplinary teams across QA/QC, MEP, and operations, align with client requirements, and drive efficient commissioning plans while coordinating with vendors and contractors.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of construction management or commissioning experience.
• Mastery of commissioning processes and QA/QC relationships.
• Strong ability to travel up to 100% and lead diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage site-specific end-to-end Commissioning activities during Level 1 through Level 5 for new or retrofit projects.
• Establish collaborative relationships with architects, engineers, trade partners, and operations teams to ensure compliant delivery.
• Implement policies to support project schedule, contractual obligations, and compliance.
• Coordinate with QC and MEP teams for checklists, documents, and approved tests.
• Define on-site resource requirements and integrate Start-up schedules into project timelines.

Skills

Project management

Commissioning

Leadership

Team coordination

Safety awareness

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Job description

Kiewit is seeking a Commissioning Manager to oversee end-to-end commissioning for major industrial projects in the United States. You will define, manage, and execute pre-commissioning, commissioning, start-up, and handover activities, ensuring safety, quality, value, and schedule targets are met.

You will lead multi-disciplinary teams across QA/QC, MEP, and operations, align with client requirements, and drive efficient commissioning plans while coordinating with vendors and contractors.