Data Center Commissioning Lead

AECOM•Austin, TX

1d•$180,000 - $230,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Commissioning Lead is responsible for field execution of mission-critical commissioning activities for data center projects throughout the United States. Reporting directly to AECOM’s Senior Project Manager, the role ensures mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP), and controls systems are designed, installed, tested, and operated in accordance with the Owners Project Requirements (OPR) and relevant industry standards. The Commissioning Lead works closely with the architect/engineer, contractors, vendors, and clients to deliver reliable, efficient, and resilient data center infrastructure. The position includes commissioning work for new construction and retrofit projects, from design reviews and commissioning planning through field inspections, energization, testing, resolution of deficiencies, reporting, client training, and project turnover. The role is based on-site in Austin, Texas, and involves project work throughout the United States.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, plus eight years of experience, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
Valid driver’s license and ability to pass AECOM’s Motor Vehicle Records review as a condition of employment.
U.S. citizenship is required due to the nature of the work.
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills in high-risk environments.
Excellent communication and coordination skills across multidisciplinary teams.
Detail-oriented, with strong documentation and reporting abilities.
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and commissioning software tools.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Tier 3 / Tier 4 data centers.
Four years of commissioning, design, or construction experience in mission-critical environments.
Advanced understanding of data center infrastructure and supporting systems.
Detailed knowledge of ASHRAE guidelines, commissioning processes, and documentation requirements.
Advanced understanding of construction drawings, specifications, and submittals.
Familiarity with Uptime Institute standards and/or ASHRAE guidelines.
Commissioning industry certification such as CxA, BCxP, or CCP.
Knowledge of redundancy topologies (N, N+1, 2N, 2(N+1)).
Experience troubleshooting controls integration and diagnosing issues related to system sequences of operations.

Responsibilities

Lead and support field commissioning efforts for new construction and retrofit data center projects.
Perform independent commissioning design reviews for compliance with OPR.
Contribute to development of the project commissioning plan and related L1–L5 procedures.
Assist with integrating commissioning activities into the construction schedule.
Conduct site inspections to verify installation quality and system readiness.
Collaborate with project stakeholders throughout each phase of construction.
Oversee energization, startups, checkout, testing, and integrated systems testing (IST) of critical systems.
Verify OPR compliance for UPS systems and switchgear; generators and paralleling gear; air distribution equipment including AHUs, FCUs, and CRAH/CRAC units; cooling systems; hydronic systems including chillers, cooling towers, pumps, and control valves; and Building Management Systems (BMS) / Electrical Power Monitoring.
Identify, document, and track deficiencies through resolution.
Prepare commissioning reports and closeout documentation.
Support client training and turnover activities.
Maintain strong situational awareness and comply with site safety and AECOM safety requirements.