Commissioning Authority – Data Center/Mission Critical - Los Angeles

Tetra Tech•Los Angeles, CA

13d•Hybrid

About The Position

Glumac, a Tetra Tech company, is seeking a Commissioning Authority to join their Data Center Commissioning Team. This role involves ensuring that systems and components in data center projects are installed and operate as intended, providing a quality assurance process. The position offers a mix of office and field work, including hands-on testing of systems to improve building performance, energy efficiency, reliability, and occupant comfort. The Glumac Commissioning Team focuses on providing high-quality commissioning services, including LEED Cx, Title 24 Cx, retro-commissioning, energy studies, measurement and verification, and ongoing commissioning. The team collaborates with clients from design through move-in and beyond, working with owners, design teams, contractors, and building operators to achieve project goals.

Requirements

A Bachelor's or advanced degree in engineering or a related field, or industry commensurate experience.
8+ years of related industry experience and 2+ years of experience in datacenter commissioning, operations, or construction.
ANSI/ISO Accreditation Cx Certification (BCxA CCP, ACG CxA, ASHRAE BCxP).
Strong technical knowledge of datacenter MEP system design and operation, controls, and instrumentation.
Project management expertise, including scheduling, budgeting, and resource planning.
Exceptional client-facing, client relationship, and client management skills.
Ability to work autonomously and in team environments.
Outstanding written and verbal communication abilities.
Proficiency in MS Office.
Safety first mindset.
Ability to climb ladders/stairs and lift/carry loads above 20 lbs.
Ability to be on a job site for extended periods (8-10 hours).
Willingness and ability to travel as needed, approximately 50%.
Valid driver’s license and insurance.

Nice To Haves

Professional licensure (PE license, Energy Management, or TAB certifications) is a plus.
Ability to manage QA/QC processes.
Electrical systems commissioning experience.
Experience with commissioning software or ongoing commissioning tools.
Candidates with commensurate experience gained from military service will be considered and are highly encouraged to apply.
Experience gained from military service maintaining, operating and/or testing nuclear power or other power systems. This includes power systems, battery systems, steam generation, hydroelectric plants, medium voltage distribution, and more.
Experience gained in commissioning, testing, or quality assurance of medium voltage power systems that include power plants, solar, electric vehicle charging, critical power systems, and more.

Responsibilities

Conduct field functional testing.
Create pre-functional and functional checklists.
Lead commissioning meetings and manage the commissioning process for assigned projects.
Perform field observations and document test results.
Maintain issue resolution logs and compile commissioning reports.
Assist with project management duties as needed.
Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness.
Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
Additional duties as required.