Commissioning Manager, Data Centers

ARCO Companies•Indianapolis, IN

11h

About The Position

ARCO is seeking a Commissioning Manager to lead commissioning for mission-critical data center projects. The role covers planning, coordination, and execution from design through turnover, including commissioning documentation, functional performance testing, integrated systems testing, issue resolution, and the transition from construction to operations. The manager works with the Project Manager, Superintendent, subcontractors, and other stakeholders to ensure critical systems meet uptime, redundancy, safety, and performance requirements. The role also supports owner operations staff training and development of operations and maintenance documentation. Travel or site-based work may be required.

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 a similar area.

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 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 associates.
Traditional and Roth 401(k).
Tuition reimbursement for associates.
Scholarship 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.