Job Description

Commissioning Manager I/II – Data Center

📍 Iowa - Travel packages available for people out of state.

💼 Full-Time | Mission Critical / Data Center Projects

A leading mission-critical construction team is seeking a Commissioning Project Manager to support a major 420+ MW hyperscale data center project in Cedar Rapids, IA. This role offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology, collaborate with industry experts, and grow within a fast-paced, innovative environment.

Role Overview

The Commissioning Manager I oversees assigned commissioning scopes, ensuring proper installation, start-up, and full functionality of equipment, systems, and facilities. This position works closely with contractors, project teams, and operations staff throughout the commissioning lifecycle and typically reports to the Senior Commissioning Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage commissioning activities across Levels 1–5, including planning, scheduling, and subcontract coordination
• Lead project meetings and communicate progress, risks, and expectations to stakeholders
• Provide weekly reporting on scope, schedule, and budget performance
• Ensure commissioning processes meet quality standards and client expectations
• Review submittals, designs, drawings, and commissioning documentation
• Develop start-up procedures, functional test scripts, and IST scripts
• Oversee project closeout, including O&M turnover, training, and final documentation
• Collaborate with safety, engineering, quality control, and trade partners to resolve schedule or cost issues
• Troubleshoot installation and operational problems and coordinate resolutions
• Review NETA and thermal imaging test documentation
• Create energization and load banking plans
• Lead Level 3 device testing and support Level 4 testing for EPMS and BMS systems
• Conduct pre-commissioning equipment checks and perform integrated systems testing
• Manage dispute resolution within delegated authority
• Recommend value engineering opportunities
• Mentor team members and support ongoing development

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of construction project management, mechanical, or electrical experience
• At least 3 years in HVAC, fire protection, controls, or electrical testing
• Data center commissioning experience with hyperscale clients preferred
• Demonstrated leadership and mentorship experience
• Familiarity with construction law, business practices, and LEAN principles is beneficial
• OSHA 10 or 30 preferred (or willingness to obtain)

Skills

• Strong leadership and team development abilities
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and negotiation skills
• Clear written and verbal communication
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Solid understanding of commissioning practices for electrical and mechanical systems

Technology

• Proficient with Microsoft Office
• Experience with Procore, JDE, Bluebeam, and scheduling software (training provided)

What’s Offered

• Competitive compensation and bonus program
• Comprehensive benefits package (including HSA/FSA options)
• Employer-paid disability and life insurance
• Generous paid time off
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Fully paid parental leave
• Additional voluntary benefits
• Corporate wellness program with incentives

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