Data Center Commissioning Authority

Tetra Tech•Portland, OR

2d•$140,000 - $180,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Glumac, a Tetra Tech company, is seeking a Data Center Commissioning Authority to help bring mission-critical data centers online safely, reliably, and as designed. The role works with owners, engineers, contractors, vendors, and facility operators to commission complex systems that support critical infrastructure. The Data Center Commissioning Authority leads and manages commissioning activities from design through turnover, including Level 2 through Level 5 commissioning. The position oversees field testing, develops commissioning documentation, manages issue resolution, and verifies the performance of data center mechanical, electrical, controls, and critical power systems. It also includes leading and mentoring commissioning agents and supporting project management, quality assurance, budgeting, and resource planning. The role requires regular travel to project sites, approximately 50–70%, and work at active job sites for extended periods. The hybrid work environment requires two in-office and/or on-site days per week. Candidates must be located in and eligible to work in the United States. The position is not eligible for current or future employment visa sponsorship. The salary range is $140,000–$180,000, depending on experience, location, responsibilities, and qualifications. The company describes the total compensation package as including benefits, professional development opportunities, and additional incentives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or advanced degree in engineering, construction, building science, or a related field; equivalent industry experience may be considered.
At least 8 years of related industry experience, including at least 2 years in data center commissioning, operations, construction, testing, or quality assurance.
Strong technical knowledge of data center mechanical and electrical systems, controls, instrumentation, and critical power systems.
Experience managing commissioning schedules, project tasks, resources, and deliverables.
Strong written, verbal, client-facing, and relationship-management skills.
Ability to lead collaboratively, work independently, and manage multiple priorities.
Professional, constructive communication style and commitment to positive stakeholder relationships.
Ability to work on active job sites for extended periods, climb ladders or stairs, and lift or carry loads exceeding 20 pounds.
Willingness and ability to travel approximately 50–70% to project sites.
Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance.
Ability to obtain a recognized commissioning certification within 12 months if not already certified.
Currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; the position is not eligible for current or future employment visa sponsorship.
Must be located in and eligible to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

ANSI/ISO-accredited commissioning certification, such as BCxA CCP, ACG CxA, or ASHRAE BCxP.
Experience commissioning electrical distribution, medium-voltage systems, generators, UPS systems, batteries, automatic transfer switches, or other critical power systems.
Experience with data center controls, building automation systems, integrated systems testing, or ongoing commissioning tools.
Professional Engineer license or certifications in energy management, testing and balancing, or a related discipline.
Experience managing QA/QC processes and commissioning software.
Military experience maintaining, operating, testing, or commissioning nuclear power, critical power, medium-voltage, or other complex power systems.

Responsibilities

Lead data center commissioning from design review through final acceptance and turnover.
Develop and execute commissioning plans, pre-functional checklists, functional performance tests, test scripts, and reports.
Conduct field observations and functional testing of data center MEP systems, controls, instrumentation, and critical power infrastructure.
Verify installation, startup, operation, sequencing, redundancy, and resiliency of mission-critical systems.
Lead commissioning meetings and coordinate owners, design teams, contractors, vendors, and facility operators.
Manage commissioning schedules, tasks, resources, and project deliverables.
Identify deficiencies and potential risks before testing or verification; document issues, solutions, and corrective actions.
Maintain issue-resolution logs and compile commissioning reports and closeout documentation.
Lead, coach, and mentor commissioning agents and support their professional development.
Assist with project management, quality assurance/quality control, budgeting, and resource planning as needed.
Follow applicable internal procedures, safety requirements, legislation, and industry standards.
Maintain current knowledge of data center technologies, commissioning practices, and industry standards.