Commissioning Manager, Data Centers

ARCO Companies•Indianapolis, IN

About The Position

ARCO is seeking a Commissioning Manager to lead commissioning for mission-critical data center projects. The role oversees commissioning from design through turnover, including planning, coordination, functional testing, issue resolution, integrated systems testing, owner staff training, and the transition from construction to operations. The manager works with project managers, superintendents, subcontractors, and other stakeholders to help ensure critical systems meet uptime, redundancy, safety, and performance requirements. The position may require travel or being site-based as needed.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience in building commissioning or mission-critical construction.
Hands-on experience commissioning data centers.
Strong working knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems.
Experience with integrated systems testing and turnover processes.
Ability to manage multiple stakeholders in high-pressure environments.
Willingness to travel or be site-based as required.
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field; engineering focus in Mechanical, Electrical, or similar.

Responsibilities

Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of commissioning activities for data center projects.
Develop and manage commissioning plans, schedules, and documentation from design through turnover.
Coordinate with the Project Manager, Superintendent, and subcontractors to align commissioning scope and expectations.
Lead commissioning meetings with the team.
Oversee functional performance testing of critical electrical, mechanical, controls, and life-safety systems.
Review design documents and submittals for operational readiness.
Track and resolve commissioning issues, deficiencies, and punch-list items.
Ensure integrated systems testing is executed safely and successfully.
Support training of the owner’s operations staff and development of O&M documentation.
Verify systems meet uptime, redundancy, and performance requirements.
Manage the transition from construction to operations.

Benefits

Industry-leading performance-based bonus program.
100% employer-funded ESOP for all associates.
Traditional and Roth 401(k).
Tuition reimbursement for associates.
Scholarships for associates’ children up to $28,000 per child.
One-month paid sabbatical after every five years of employment, plus $5,000 for travel.
One week of paid volunteer leave each year.
100% charitable match.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
Three weeks of vacation.
100% paid 12-week maternity leave.