Senior Field Manager, Data Center Commissioning

Hut 8; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Hut 8 is seeking a Field Manager, CXQC, Principal to support testing, verification, and turnover of critical infrastructure across our data center portfolio. This hands-on, field-oriented role requires traveling to active project sites and potential relocation.

You will lead commissioning activities across mechanical, electrical, and controls systems, document results, coordinate with contractors and vendors, and ensure readiness for operational turnover while upholding safety standards.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of hands-on experience in commissioning, startup, or field engineering within data centers, mission-critical facilities, or large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and controls systems common to mission-critical environments.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, single-line diagrams, and equipment submittals.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Execute pre-functional, functional, and integrated system commissioning activities across mechanical, electrical, and controls systems.
• Support startup and commissioning of critical infrastructure including UPS systems, generators, switchgear, PDUs, CRAC/CRAH units, chillers, and BMS/EPMS platforms.
• Document commissioning activities, test results, deficiencies, and resolutions in accordance with project commissioning plans.
• Coordinate closely with general contractors, subcontractors, equipment vendors, and the owner's engineering team to sequence and execute commissioning activities.
• Conduct site observations to verify installations are complete and compliant with design drawings and specifications prior to testing.
• Identify field deficiencies and work with the project team to drive timely resolution before milestone dates.
• Support and ensure readiness for operational turnover.
• Maintain accurate, detailed commissioning records including test reports, punch lists, and equipment start-up logs.
• Enforce safety protocols and ensure compliance with site-specific safety plans and OSHA standards during all commissioning activities.
• Communicate daily progress, issues, and schedule risks to the appropriate project stakeholders.

Skills

Field commissioning

Data center experience

Project coordination

Documentation

Job description

Hut 8 is seeking a Field Manager, CXQC, Principal to support testing, verification, and turnover of critical infrastructure across our data center portfolio. This hands-on, field-oriented role requires traveling to active project sites and potential relocation.

You will lead commissioning activities across mechanical, electrical, and controls systems, document results, coordinate with contractors and vendors, and ensure readiness for operational turnover while upholding safety standards.