Commissioning Manager - Data Centers

Location: North Carolina
Major National General Contractor | Mission Critical Division

A major national general contractor is expanding its mission‑critical and data center business across the Southeast, and North Carolina has been identified as a priority growth market. Backed by a parent organization with more than 56 billion dollars in assets under management and 8.5 billion dollars in development across the US, Europe, and APAC, this division has access to exceptional resources, power‑ready sites, and a development footprint that sets it apart from most emerging data center builders.

Since launching its data center business in 2023, the platform has already scaled to more than 1 gigawatt of developments underway. They are now seeking a Commissioning Manager - Data Centers to help deliver mission‑critical projects and strengthen their presence in the region.

The Role

The Commissioning Manager will oversee and execute the full commissioning process for large, technically complex data center projects. You will ensure that all mechanical, electrical, controls, cooling, life‑safety, and integrated systems are fully tested, validated, and operational prior to handover.

You will work directly with construction teams, engineering, subcontractors, OEMs, and third‑party commissioning agents to ensure the highest levels of reliability and performance.

This is a high‑impact role within a growing mission‑critical team, suited for someone who wants to help build a leading data center presence in the Southeast.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead commissioning activities for major data center and mission‑critical projects
• Develop commissioning plans, checklists, schedules, and functional test procedures
• Oversee electrical and mechanical systems testing including UPS, switchgear, generators, cooling systems, controls, and life‑safety systems
• Coordinate with construction teams, engineers, subcontractors, OEM vendors, and commissioning agents
• Track issues, drive corrective actions, and maintain detailed commissioning documentation
• Ensure all systems meet performance, redundancy, and reliability standards required for high‑availability facilities
• Support turnover documentation, training, and readiness for operations
• Maintain safety and quality compliance throughout all phases of commissioning

What We're Looking For

• Strong experience commissioning data centers or mission‑critical facilities
• Deep technical understanding of electrical, mechanical, controls, and integrated systems
• Experience managing complex testing workflows across multiple vendors and disciplines
• Excellent coordination, communication, and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to operate in a fast‑growing mission‑critical environment
• Someone driven, proactive, and motivated to help a major GC expand in the data center market

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Access to power‑ready, strategically positioned sites
• A data center business experiencing rapid growth since its 2023 launch
• More than 1 gigawatt of data center projects underway
• A key role helping a major GC accelerate expansion in the Southeast market