Senior Mechanical Commissioning Lead - Data Center Projects

Stantec; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 118,000 - 177,000; Full time

Job summary

Stantec’s Buildings team is seeking a seasoned commissioning professional to lead and manage testing, documentation, and verification across high‑end data center and building projects. The role emphasizes planning, coordination, and client-facing communication to ensure optimal building performance.

With 10+ years in engineering services and a mechanical background, you will drive SOPs, MOPs, and comprehensive commissioning reports, while interfacing with contractors and internal teams in a

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication with strong documentation skills.
• Strong technical writing and systems development abilities.
• Experience with Word, Excel, and AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in commissioning projects across planning, scheduling, and coordination.
• Perform design reviews, prepare scripts and reports, direct client-site testing, and train staff.
• Prepare startup procedures and SOPs/MOPs; maintain commissioning documentation.
• Develop test procedures and reports; oversee logs and checklists.
• Prepare comprehensive reports and recommendations for building operations.
• Review design criteria, drawings, and documentation for commissioning.
• Lead commissioning activity meetings and interface with contractors and vendors.
• Lead tests and compile results; perform system integration testing.
• Lead testing for HVAC, pumps, chillers, UPS, and power distribution equipment.
• Oversee resources as lead electrical commissioning professional on site.
• Plan and monitor all aspects of commissioning for new/existing buildings.

Skills

Communication skills

Technical writing

Presentation skills

Documentation

Client interaction

Domestic/international travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

AutoCAD

Job description

Stantec’s Buildings team is seeking a seasoned commissioning professional to lead and manage testing, documentation, and verification across high‑end data center and building projects. The role emphasizes planning, coordination, and client-facing communication to ensure optimal building performance.

With 10+ years in engineering services and a mechanical background, you will drive SOPs, MOPs, and comprehensive commissioning reports, while interfacing with contractors and internal teams in a