MEP Commissioning Lead for Critical Data Centers

Gilbane Building; Sidney (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Gilbane Building Company seeks a Commissioning Agent to lead the field installation and commissioning of MEP systems, ensuring on-time turnover and quality. You will manage the commissioning schedule and coordinate startup activities with MEP teams and vendors.

This role supports testing, documentation review, and closeout requirements for data center and critical facilities, contributing to safe, reliable operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• 3-5 years related field experience.
• OSHA 30 hour certified.
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Leads and supports the commissioning process for MEP systems, from installation through startup, testing, and turnover.
• Develops and maintains the MEP commissioning schedule in coordination with the overall project schedule.
• Coordinates equipment startup, inspections, testing, functional performance testing, and system turnover.
• Works closely with commissioning teams, MEP subcontractors, vendors, design teams, and project leadership to resolve commissioning issues.
• Tracks commissioning deficiencies/punch-list items through resolution and verifies systems are ready for turnover.
• Reviews commissioning documentation, including test procedures, checklists, reports, equipment documentation, and closeout requirements.
• Supports commissioning of critical data center infrastructure, including electrical, mechanical, controls, and life-safety systems.
• Participates in commissioning meetings and drives resolution of issues that could impact schedule, system performance, or turnover.

Skills

MEP commissioning experience

Reading and interpreting drawings

Project coordination

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Gilbane Building Company seeks a Commissioning Agent to lead the field installation and commissioning of MEP systems, ensuring on-time turnover and quality. You will manage the commissioning schedule and coordinate startup activities with MEP teams and vendors.

This role supports testing, documentation review, and closeout requirements for data center and critical facilities, contributing to safe, reliable operations.