Commissioning Senior Manager - Mechanical

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Fleet Data Centers designs, builds and operates mega-scale data center campuses. Fleet provides its customers flexibility and predictability to meet their upside demand forecasts, addressing a key need in the market as traditional leased models are struggling to keep pace with the demand for new Cloud and AI infrastructure. Fleet is led by a team of industry veterans that have already made a lasting imprint on the evolution of global digital infrastructure and are committed and uniquely capable of upleveling data center development scale and operations in the face of rising demand. Fleet is well positioned to bring in-house design, engineering and operational capabilities to collaborate with customers on tailored solutions for campuses of 500MW+. This unique model enables Fleet to provide the world’s largest and most sophisticated customers a seamless extension of their own data center fleets with constant access to design innovation.

The Mechanical Commissioning Senior Manager leads the end-to-end commissioning lifecycle for all mechanical systems in mission-critical and supporting facilities , ensuring these are installed, tested, verified, and handed over to operations to meet performance, reliability, and safety requirements. This role integrates design intent with field execution , orchestrates multi-disciplinary teams, manages risk, and delivers auditable commissioning evidence that enables on-time, on-budget, and right-first-time facility readiness.

The successful candidate will need to possess a strong understanding of HVAC systems, chilled water plants, industrial water systems, adiabatic cooling, CRAC/CRAH units, hydronic distribution, fuel oil systems, building management systems (BMS), fire protection systems, water treatment plants, and administration and logistics buildings . In addition, they will need to lead multi-disciplinary teams under tight deadlines and high-pressure conditions, while maintaining accurate commissioning records and turnover packages shared with Fleet leadership. This person will attend all commissioning meetings, track schedule adherence, issue closure rates, and system performance metrics.

Job Responsibilities

The successful candidate will have experience and practical expertise in the following:

• Planning & coordination:
• Review Basis of Design (BoD), drawings, specifications, and submittals for commissioning requirements and testability.
• Review and collaborate on sequences of operation (SOO) with design and controls teams; ensure sensor placement, access, and valving support for commissioning and future operations.
• Development and/or assist with the development and upkeep of the Commissioning Plan (scope, phasing, staffing, RASIC, tools, documentation control, quality gates).
• Define mechanical commissioning schedule aligned with construction and IST milestones; identify long-lead equipment and factory witness tests.
• Develop and/or assist with the development of Level 1, Level 2, an

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ree in Mechanical Engineering , Electrical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or a related field

• In lieu of degree, Graduate of applicable Commissioning Technical school or military with relevant military electrical or technical experience AND (8) years minimum commissioning work experience.
• Proven track record l eading functional testing and IST coordination, with strong SCADA/controls/BMS integration and TAB familiarity.
• Demonstrates the ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams in high-stakes startup and cutover windows.
• Exceptional organizational, project management, and problem-solving skills, with strong documentation discipline.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and stakeholder management skills; proficiency with project management and commissioning platforms.

Preferred Qualifications

• ASHRAE BCxP, ACG CxA, NEBB BSC or equivalent certifications

Travel and Schedule: Willingness and ability to travel (25–50%) t o project sites as needed; extended hours during startup/functional/IST windows, including weekend/night shifts, and an occasional holiday if required.

Location: This is a remote position with travel

Expected Salary Range : $160,000 - $190,000 Base salary + Discretionary Bonus

Fleet Data Centers Employment

Fleet Data Centers employees enjoy competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including 100% employer-covered medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401K program, standard paid holidays, and unlimited PTO.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties to meet the organization's ongoing needs.

Fleet Data Centers is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status. If you need assistance applying for any of our open positions, please contact us at info@fleetdatacenters.com