Data Center Commissioning Project Lead

Altorfer Industries, Inc; Addison (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Education assistance

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Altorfer Industries Inc in Addison, IL seeks a Project Manager for Data Center Commissioning to lead critical backup power projects from enclosure to customer acceptance. You will coordinate with Caterpillar dealers and internal teams, manage schedules and budgets, and ensure timely commissioning and delivery.

The role requires 5+ years in power generation project management, a technical engineering background, and PMP is preferred.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of project management experience in power generation, electrical infrastructure, construction, or related mission critical industries.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical field is preferred.
• PMP certification is preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of OSHA, ISO and Electrical Safety is a plus.
• Must possess a valid driver's license with clean driving record and restricted violations details as described.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned data center projects from equipment readiness through shipment, startup, commissioning, and customer acceptance.
• Coordinate with packaging partners, Caterpillar dealers, and internal teams to verify equipment readiness and document deficiencies.
• Review project specifications and contractual requirements to understand interfaces, installation, and customer acceptance criteria.
• Serve as primary project contact for customers, general contractors, electrical/mechanical contractors, and internal teams.
• Coordinate equipment delivery with logistics and field teams, ensuring site readiness and proper documentation of shipping issues.
• Develop and maintain project schedules aligning personnel, installation, startup, testing, and commissioning with milestones.
• Coordinate technical support for field technicians and engage Caterpillar resources to resolve issues.
• Conduct jobsite visits and readiness reviews to identify installation deficiencies and risks.
• Manage project budgets, scope changes, and risks; document changes and obtain authorization to protect profitability.
• Maintain accurate project records and support customer closeout packages.
• Coordinate customer training and transition to ongoing service teams.
• Promote safe work practices and compliance with site requirements.

Skills

Project management

Power generation

Electrical systems

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Engineering degree

PMP certification

OSHA/ISO knowledge

Tools

AutoCAD

Autodesk Inventor

MS Office

MS Project

Job description

Altorfer Industries Inc in Addison, IL seeks a Project Manager for Data Center Commissioning to lead critical backup power projects from enclosure to customer acceptance. You will coordinate with Caterpillar dealers and internal teams, manage schedules and budgets, and ensure timely commissioning and delivery.

The role requires 5+ years in power generation project management, a technical engineering background, and PMP is preferred.