Commissioning Superintendent

Loenbro • Cedar Rapids, IA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Loenbro, LLC seeks a Commissioning Superintendent to lead project-level commissioning for mission-critical data center electrical builds in the Cedar Rapids, IA . The Commissioning Superintendent will manage on-site execution of Level 3–5 commissioning, maintain established Cx processes, lead the project commissioning team and third-party agents, and act as the primary commissioning contact to ensure safe, timely, and contract-compliant turnover.

Requirements

• Experience: 6+ years of commissioning experience on mission-critical data center projects with demonstrated leadership on Level 3–5 commissioning activities.
• Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with UPS, switchgear, generators, ATS, PDUs, transfer schemes, controls, and integrated systems testing methodologies.
• Education: Associate or bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, construction management, or related field, or equivalent industry experience.
• Project Experience: Proven involvement in First Time Energization and load bank coordination on large-scale data center projects.
• Software Proficiency: Comfortable with commissioning platforms, MS Office, scheduling tools, and document control systems.
• Leadership: Effective on-site leadership, team development, and third-party coordination.
• Communication: Clear verbal and written communication for client-facing interactions and technical reporting.
• Organization: Strong document control, test-plan execution, and deficiency management skills.
• Safety Focus: Safety-first mindset with demonstrated ability to enforce protocols and escalate concerns.
• Problem Solving: Practical troubleshooting during energization and integrated system testing.
• Adaptability: Ability to manage competing priorities across simultaneous site activities.

Responsibilities

• Project Commissioning Leadership: Lead planning, scheduling, coordination, and execution of all project commissioning phases Level 3–5.
• Process Management: Manage and maintain commissioning SOPs, document control workflows, templates, and Cx protocols tailored to mission-critical project requirements.
• Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a high-performing commissioning team of internal staff and third-party agents; assign tasks and ensure alignment with project goals and client expectations.
• Stakeholder Interface: Serve as the project’s primary commissioning point of contact for clients, engineers, the general contractor, and vendors; participate in and present at regular progress and commissioning meetings.
• Test and Energization Oversight: Lead the project Cx team through First Time Energization (FTE), pre-functional and functional testing, energization sequences, and integrated systems testing.
• Load Banking and Energization Support: Provide team support and resources for Load Banking and Energization activities, coordinating pre-planning, execution, and complete documentation with internal and external stakeholders.
• Documentation and Turnover: Produce and deliver complete commissioning documentation—checklists, redlines, test scripts, issue logs, deficiency tracking, and closeout reports—organized and compliant with contractual turnover requirements.
• Safety and Quality: Enforce strict adherence to safety protocols during all commissioning phases; coordinate with Safety, QA/QC, and Field Operations to identify and mitigate risks.
• Continuous Improvement: Lead post-project reviews to capture lessons learned and incorporate feedback into updated commissioning standards.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Project Management, Field Operations, Safety, QA/QC, Engineering, and client stakeholders throughout construction and turnover.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth within a leading electrical contractor serving mission-critical data center clients.
• Collaborative, safety-first culture with emphasis on quality and technical excellence.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees