Construction Commissioning Superintendent - Electrical

IREN•Childress, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

IREN is seeking a Commissioning Superintendent – Electrical to lead commissioning of complex electrical systems for high-performance data centers. The role ensures safe, reliable, and efficient integration of electrical infrastructure—including UPS systems, switchgear, generators, and redundant power paths—and works closely with mechanical teams on liquid cooling and HVAC integration. The Superintendent oversees planning, execution, and validation from pre-functional testing through final handover, leading cross-functional teams and upholding safety and quality standards. The position is based onsite in Childress, Texas, and reports to the Associate Director, Construction. The work follows a rotational schedule that may include day and night shifts and weekends, depending on project needs. Employees working night shifts receive a 15% premium for hours worked on those shifts. Candidates must commute reliably to the site daily or plan to relocate before starting. The employee must provide steel-toed work boots; other PPE is supplied. Pre-employment screening, including a background check and substance testing, may be required under company policies.

Requirements

Valid Journeyman Electrician License.
High school diploma or equivalent required; the posting also references a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, construction management, or a related field, but the wording is unclear as to whether this is required or preferred.
At least 7 years of experience in electrical commissioning or construction management, including at least 3 years on data center or mission-critical facility projects.
Familiarity with electrical infrastructure such as UPS systems, switchgear, PDUs, generators, and redundant power paths.
Knowledge of commissioning standards and best practices, such as NEC, NFPA 70E, and IEEE.
Proficiency with project management software such as Procore, Primavera, MS Project, and MS Office Suite.
Strong leadership and communication skills to manage diverse teams and stakeholders.
Excellent problem-solving abilities to address complex technical challenges.
Detail-oriented, with a focus on quality and safety.
Must be able to reliably commute to the work operations site daily or have plans to relocate before starting.
Must be comfortable working a rotational schedule that includes day and night shifts and weekend work, based on project needs.
Must provide own steel-toed work boots; all other PPE is supplied.
Pre-employment screening, including background check and substance testing, may be required according to company policies.

Responsibilities

Lead commissioning of electrical systems, including UPS, switchgear, PDUs, generators, and emergency power systems.
Coordinate with mechanical commissioning teams to integrate electrical systems with liquid cooling, HVAC, and Building Management Systems (BMS).
Develop and execute commissioning plans, scripts, and schedules aligned with project milestones and client requirements.
Supervise commissioning engineers, technicians, and subcontractors; assign tasks, monitor progress, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
Review electrical drawings, single-line diagrams, and specifications to validate design intent and identify potential issues.
Conduct functional performance testing, load bank testing, and system reliability assessments.
Ensure commissioning activities comply with NEC, NFPA 70E, IEEE, and OSHA standards.
Coordinate with project managers, design engineers, mechanical teams, and client stakeholders, and resolve technical challenges.
Maintain test reports, issue logs, as-built records, and other project handover documentation.
Support training of operations staff on electrical system functionality, maintenance, and emergency procedures.

Benefits

100% company-paid employee medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums; 75% company-paid dependent coverage.
Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance.
Voluntary life, critical illness, and accident coverage available.
Health Savings Accounts when combined with the High-Deductible Health Plan.
Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources.
401(k) retirement plan with company match.
Paid professional development and access to financial planning and legal services.
Paid Time Off and paid holidays.
Professional development for certifications, continuing education, or role-related training.
Company events and team-building activities.
Per diem of $180 and project allowance, when applicable.
15% night-shift premium for eligible roles and hours worked during night shifts.
Overtime compensation for non-exempt workers for hours worked over 40 per week.
Relocation and living-out allowance, as applicable and based on candidate circumstances.