Director, Data Center Facilities & Commissioning

QTS Data Centers; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 154,000 - 235,000; Full time

Job summary

QTS Data Centers is seeking a Director, Facilities Engineering Commissioning to lead the technical strategy for commissioning across the portfolio. The role oversees commissioning-related engineering, coordination of connectivity, power, cooling, and building systems, and partners with site teams to ensure quality and compliance.

Ideal candidates have extensive experience with electrical and mechanical systems in large-scale data centers, a strong engineering background, and a proactive,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience in a related engineering field.
• 8+ years of leadership and strategic initiative experience.
• 8+ years in engineering activities within technical or critical environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage commissioning team, develop capabilities, and set policies for testing and turnover.
• Implement operating and commissioning standards for quality and safety.
• Oversee budgets and staffing to meet financial goals.
• Coordinate with project departments and external resources to ensure proper design, installation, and testing.
• Develop commissioning plans for multi-level systems (Electrical, Mechanical, BAS).
• Identify issues, drive improvements, and report to program management.
• Align SOPs, MOPs, ERP, and change management across site teams.
• Drive innovation in facilities programs with environmental responsibility.
• Interface with vendors, engineering, development, and operations.
• Maintain relationships with staff and executive management.
• Ensure OSHA and national electrical/building code compliance.

Skills

Data center know-how

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Leadership by influence

Project management

Vendor coordination

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

HVAC certifications

Tools

BMS software

SCADA

CMMS

Job description

QTS Data Centers is seeking a Director, Facilities Engineering Commissioning to lead the technical strategy for commissioning across the portfolio. The role oversees commissioning-related engineering, coordination of connectivity, power, cooling, and building systems, and partners with site teams to ensure quality and compliance.

Ideal candidates have extensive experience with electrical and mechanical systems in large-scale data centers, a strong engineering background, and a proactive,