Commissioning Project Manager

Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc.

Commissioning Project Manager managing commissioning processes for large-scale (25MW+) data center projects. Fluency in ASHRAE commissioning requirements and coordination with contractors and engineers.

Posted 7/6/2026full-timeRemote • Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $128,590 - $157,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Have fluency with the commissioning processes and deliverables covered in ASHRAE commissioning requirements and guidelines.
Apply your knowledge and experience in data center electrical equipment factory testing (L1), installation inspections (L2), startup and pre-functional testing (L3), functional and acceptance testing (L4) and integrated systems testing (L5).
Work directly and coordinate with General Contractors, sub-contractors, inspectors, AHJs, and others involved with the QA/QC and Commissioning execution for large-scale (25MW+) data center projects.
Monitor, review, and execute data center Commissioning projects by providing exceptional technical and field activities.
Demonstrate strong management and technical functions throughout the design, pre-construction, construction, and post-construction phases of projects.
Develop or manage the development of Commissioning Plans and Commissioning Specifications for the project electrical infrastructure.
Develop, implement and execute electrical QA/QC inspection programs for large, complex, critical facility construction and commissioning projects including developing inspection and commissioning checklists, test scripts and procedures, and other required documentation required by the Owner’s and/or General Contractor’s QA/QC program.
Carry out and coordinate field-based commissioning activities for MEP infrastructure, including:
Develop Start-up test forms; witness and approve contractor and vendor execution
Develop Functional test scripts; manage, direct and witness execution
Develop Integrated Systems test scripts, direct and witness execution
Write/Review detailed standard operating procedures (SOPs) and Methods-of-Procedures (MOPs) for the MEP distribution equipment.
Develop and compile project documentation into site/project specific Systems Manuals.
Possess a strong proficiency in use of QA/QC and Cx software applications such as BIM360, CxAlloy, Facility Grid, and other related QA/QC and Cx applications.
Develop/review/evaluate vendor training programs for installed equipment and systems.
Lead other electrical team members in the performance of, and where necessary, self-perform, front to back, all the field activity components. This includes scheduling and coordinating JLL and project team members accordingly, ensuring our requirements are fulfilled by the contractor and relevant sub-trades, and maximizing efficiency/productivity of our staff.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Documented and verifiable experience acting as an Electrical/Mechanical Commissioning Engineer on greenfield data center projects with capacities of 25+MW.
A minimum of 5 years of relevant mechanical / electrical engineering and/or field-testing experience with minimum of 3 years in performing commissioning field services for data center construction projects.
An ABET accredited engineering or technology degree is preferred or equivalent industry experience is acceptable.
Possess or pursue a Commissioning Professional Certification from a recognized industry authority.
Professional Engineer (PE) or PMP designation is considered an asset but not required.
Expertise in the use of electrical testing meters and equipment and analyze and report on test results including Power Quality Meters (PQM), IR cameras (thermography), NETA testing equipment, ground tests, hi-pot, megger, etc.
Expertise in performing field testing of Transformers, UPS Systems and Batteries, Generators, Paralleling Switchgear, Medium and Low Voltage Distribution Switchgear, ATSs and STSs, PDUs, RPPs, and Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS).
Expertise in development of load testing plans, and directing the performance of load testing utilizing both air and water cooled load banks.
Experience in leading mechanical systems testing such as Chillers and CRAC units.
Strong data management, written, and verbal communication skills.
Strong proficiency in MS Project, Word, Power Point, and Excel, Adobe PDF and Bluebeam software.
Experience working in an engineering consultancy or owner organization is an asset but not required.
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Benefits

Comp & perks

401(k) plan with matching company contributions
Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

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Hard Skills & Tools

Commissioning ProcessesField TestingLoad Testing PlansElectrical Testing MetersPower Quality AnalysisData ManagementCommissioning Plans DevelopmentFunctional TestingIntegrated Systems TestingMEP Infrastructure Commissioning

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsTeam LeadershipProject CoordinationProblem Solving

Certifications

Commissioning Professional CertificationProfessional Engineer (PE)Project Management Professional (PMP)