Hyperscale Data Center Commissioning Lead

SLS Consultants; Stillwater (OK); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

SLS Consultants is seeking a Commissioning Manager for a hyperscale data center project. You will lead commissioning activities from design review through final handover, ensuring electrical, mechanical, cooling, controls, and life-safety systems comply with design requirements and codes.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management and 5+ years in commissioning or related fields.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commissioning, startup, quality, or mission-critical construction experience.
• Strong understanding of electrical and mechanical systems.
• Knowledge of HVAC, chilled water, cooling systems, and critical power infrastructure.
• Familiarity with NFPA codes, including NFPA 13 and fire/life safety requirements.
• Ability to read construction drawings, single-line diagrams, and technical specifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead commissioning and quality processes for electrical and mechanical systems.
• Manage commissioning activities through Levels 1-5, including startup, functional testing, integrated systems testing, and final turnover.
• Coordinate with contractors, OEMs, engineers, and operations teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Review and validate commissioning plans, test procedures, and turnover documentation.
• Oversee testing of electrical distribution systems, generators, UPS, switchgear, HVAC equipment, chillers, pumps, fans, and control systems.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, NFPA standards, fire/life safety requirements, and applicable building codes.
• Support commissioning of Central Utility Buildings (CUBs) and chilled water systems utilizing closed-loop cooling processes.
• Track and resolve deficiencies, punch list items, and commissioning issues.

Skills

Commissioning

Quality assurance

Startup

NFPA knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction Management

Job description

SLS Consultants is seeking a Commissioning Manager for a hyperscale data center project. You will lead commissioning activities from design review through final handover, ensuring electrical, mechanical, cooling, controls, and life-safety systems comply with design requirements and codes.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management and 5+ years in commissioning or related fields.