Traveling Commissioning Lead – Data Center Projects

Turner Construction Company; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 170,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

401(k)

Job summary

Turner Construction Company seeks a Senior Commissioning Manager for a full-time traveling assignment supporting an Advanced Technology project, including Data Centers, Pharmaceutical, Industrial/Manufacturing, and EV/Battery/RE segments.

The role leads end-to-end commissioning from Level 1 to Level 5, coordinating with architects, engineers, trade partners, and QC teams to ensure compliant delivery and timely turnovers. Travel 70-80% is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree with minimum 12 years in General Construction (MEP Engineer/Superintendent) including professional engineering and trade-specific work.
• Minimum of 5 years of Commissioning experience bridging field and engineering responsibilities.
• Broad knowledge of MEP systems, construction processes, and materials; USACE certification is highly recommended.
• ASHRAE Commissioning certification is desired; familiarity with ASHRAE processes for data centers.
• Experience with Building Management Systems and Environmental controls; electrical power management systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end Commissioning activities from Level 1 through Level 5 for new or Retrofit projects.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, trade partners, and operations teams to streamline project delivery.
• Implement policies and procedures to support project schedule, contracts, and compliance.
• Coordinate with QC and MEP teams for checklists, documents, and commissioning plans.
• Develop and manage Commissioning and QC plans aligned with contract requirements and client turnovers.
• Lead on-site resource planning for trade partners, vendors, and project staff.
• Integrate Start-up and Commissioning schedules into the overall project schedule with proper sequencing.
• Oversee onboarding of project staff and vendors for QC and commissioning activities.
• Ensure documentation, inspection checklists, and equipment databases are populated and up-to-date.

Skills

MEP expertise

Commissioning

Building Management Systems

ASHRAE Commissioning

interpret contract documents

Education

Bachelor's Degree in related field

Job description

Turner Construction Company seeks a Senior Commissioning Manager for a full-time traveling assignment supporting an Advanced Technology project, including Data Centers, Pharmaceutical, Industrial/Manufacturing, and EV/Battery/RE segments.

The role leads end-to-end commissioning from Level 1 to Level 5, coordinating with architects, engineers, trade partners, and QC teams to ensure compliant delivery and timely turnovers. Travel 70-80% is required.