Senior Superintendent - Commissioning (Hyperscale Data Centers)

About the role

A Senior Commissioning Superintendent is sought to lead full-lifecycle MEP commissioning for hyperscale data center projects (100MW+), from pre-functional testing through Integrated Systems Testing (IST) and final owner acceptance. The role is based in Texas, New York, California or the USA, with about 50% travel required.

Key responsibilities

• Lead on-site commissioning execution across mechanical, electrical and controls systems
• Drive pre-functional testing, functional performance testing and IST activities
• Coordinate startup and energization sequencing for chillers, dry coolers, FCUs, pumps, HVAC systems, UPS, generators, switchgear, BMS and EPMS
• Partner with Commissioning Authorities (CxA), contractors, engineers and owner representatives
• Lead site meetings, commissioning status reviews, risk mitigation and recovery planning
• Oversee quality inspections, deficiency tracking and corrective actions
• Drive six-week look-ahead planning, constraint management and visual planning

Required profile

• 7-10 years of commissioning and field supervision experience in hyperscale mission-critical data centers (100MW+)
• Current or recent Superintendent experience managing commissioning programs through owner acceptance
• Experience on the owner's rep or client side strongly preferred
• Proven leadership in client meetings and coordination of multiple trades and stakeholders
• Willingness to travel a minimum of 50%

Required skills

• Mechanical commissioning: chillers, dry coolers, pumps, cooling towers, FCUs and HVAC systems
• Electrical and controls: UPS, generators, switchgear, BMS and EPMS
• Commissioning specifications, MEP construction methods, OSHA requirements and energized work procedures
• Look-ahead scheduling, takt planning, zone maps and commissioning coordination tools

What we offer

• Base pay of $175k-$250k depending on experience, plus equity and full benefits