Commissioning Engineer

Vertex Innovations • Dallas, TX

3d • $130,000 - $160,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Commissioning Engineer leads commissioning activities on mission-critical data center construction projects, coordinating planning, staffing, scheduling, quality, safety, and testing throughout the commissioning phase. The role ensures that work follows approved procedures and that equipment performs in accordance with design requirements. Working with internal teams, consultants, general contractors, equipment manufacturers, and commissioning agents, the engineer plans, schedules, and executes Level 1 through Level 5 commissioning and supports transition to facility operations teams. The position requires strong knowledge of MEP systems, schedule and risk analysis, and project documentation through closeout.

The role is based on active data center construction sites and requires travel up to 100% for the duration of assignments. Night-shift and weekend testing may be required, and extended hours are expected during critical phases such as energization, integrated systems testing, turnover, and closeout. The work involves active construction and industrial environments and substantial mobility, climbing, confined-space access, and occasional lifting.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• At least 5 years of experience leading commissioning on mission-critical facilities.
• Experience developing, implementing, and overseeing commissioning plans, scripts, and procedures.
• Thorough knowledge of mission-critical construction technology, equipment, materials, and methods.
• Well-rounded knowledge of MEP systems and construction processes across trades, including means and methods, installation procedures, and tolerances.
• Experience with Building Management Systems, including environmental controls, and Electrical Power Management Systems.
• Experience with access control and CCTV systems.
• Experience in construction cost forecasting, accrual reporting, pay applications, construction scheduling, and planning.
• Deep understanding of project management principles and best practices.
• Knowledge of NETA guidelines and standards.
• Ability to interpret contract documents, Owner’s Project Requirements, drawings, specifications, system schematics, sequences of operation, MEP scopes of work, and project schedules.
• Proficiency with scheduling tools such as Microsoft Project or Primavera P6 and schedule-assessment methods such as the DCMA 14-Point Assessment.
• Proficiency with web-based project management systems and Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong performance management skills and ability to ensure tasks are completed efficiently and on time.
• Excellent time management and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, including explaining complex analytical concepts to clients, team members, and non-technical stakeholders.
• Growth mindset and commitment to continuous learning.
• Ability to travel up to 100% to data center project sites for assignment durations.
• Ability to support night-shift and weekend testing events and work extended hours during critical project phases.
• Active U.S. driver’s license; regular driving is an essential job function.
• Successful completion of a background check and drug testing.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States on an ongoing basis without employer sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end commissioning processes and delivery on construction projects to satisfy Owner requirements and support transition to facility operations.
• Manage site-specific Level 1 through Level 5 commissioning for new and expansion projects.
• Lead multidisciplinary, project-specific commissioning plans, including review and verification of system design, installation, functional performance, and reliability.
• Review project submittals, including vendor and consultant startup and commissioning procedures.
• Enforce Owner practices for safety and performance among the project commissioning team, subcontractors, and equipment vendors.
• Collaborate with general contractors, equipment manufacturers, commissioning agents, and internal teams to develop and integrate startup and commissioning schedules into overall project schedules.
• Analyze project schedules and provide monthly reports identifying potential delays, critical-path impacts, and optimization opportunities.
• Develop risk assessment models and identify factors that may affect project budgets and schedules.
• Monitor performance against schedule targets with project managers, contractors, and the project team, identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with architects, engineers, trade partners, and facility operations teams.
• Manage commissioning project RFPs from creation through award.
• Participate in or facilitate commissioning-related onboarding for trade partners, vendors, and consultants.
• Review design documents and specifications for compliance with Owner standards and requirements.
• Participate in design and construction document reviews and provide technical input on cost-effective and schedule-efficient construction methods.
• Monitor electrical, mechanical, fire alarm, fire protection, and controls subcontractors for schedule management and conformance to contract documents.
• Manage commissioning documentation and record-keeping for equipment and materials on construction projects.
• Facilitate weekly meetings with vendors, trade partners, and commissioning agents to review punch-list and open items through resolution.
• Establish and manage a punch-list prevention plan and track commissioning deficiencies with the project team.
• Oversee development and completion of project closeout documentation.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, long-term and short-term disability, and life and AD&D coverage.
• 401(k), discretionary pension, and profit sharing, subject to plan documents.
• 15 days of paid time off, prorated based on start date, and 8 holidays.
• Company credit card for qualified travel expenses.
• NFPA 70E Arc Flash training provided.
• Professional development and certification reimbursement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level