Lead MEP Commissioning for Mission-Critical Data Centers

Metric DCX; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Metric DCX is seeking an experienced MEP Commissioning Site Lead for a large-scale data center development in Phoenix, AZ. You will own commissioning activities from construction through IST and handover, coordinating with general contractors, engineering teams and tenants to ensure facilities meet the highest standards.

The role requires hands-on on-site leadership, strong collaboration skills, and a proactive, delivery-focused approach to managing complex, mission-critical systems.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in MEP commissioning within mission-critical environments.
• Experience with data center development, owner/operator, or commissioning contractors is preferred.
• Familiarity with IST and commissioning levels across complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee MEP commissioning activities across large-scale data center developments.
• Represent the developer throughout the commissioning process to ensure project requirements are met.
• Coordinate mechanical, electrical and critical infrastructure testing, including IST.
• Monitor commissioning schedules and resolve delays or technical challenges.
• Collaborate with general contractors, engineering teams, commissioning providers and tenants.
• Ensure all commissioning activities meet project specifications and quality standards.
• Oversee commissioning documentation, testing procedures, and handover deliverables.
• Support transition from construction to operational readiness.
• Provide regular progress updates to project leadership highlighting risks and milestones.
• Help establish commissioning processes and delivery standards as the business grows.

Skills

MEP commissioning

Data center experience

Stakeholder management

On-site leadership

Project coordination

Job description

Metric DCX is seeking an experienced MEP Commissioning Site Lead for a large-scale data center development in Phoenix, AZ. You will own commissioning activities from construction through IST and handover, coordinating with general contractors, engineering teams and tenants to ensure facilities meet the highest standards.

The role requires hands-on on-site leadership, strong collaboration skills, and a proactive, delivery-focused approach to managing complex, mission-critical systems.