Commissioning Director - Data Centers

Location: Texas

Compensation: $250,000–$300,000 package

Additional: Full benefits package

Eligibility: Must be eligible to work in the U.S.

About the Company

Join a fast-scaling digital infrastructure organisation that develops and delivers some of the most advanced data facilities in the country. This is a business known for driving large, complex builds to exceptionally high standards of performance and reliability. With major new developments underway and a strong pipeline of future projects, they continue to invest heavily in innovation, engineering excellence, and talent.

If you want to influence large-scale technical programmes and shape how next-generation data environments come online, this is a standout opportunity.

Role

As the Commissioning Director - Data Centers, you will take full ownership of validating a major new data facility from construction through to operational readiness. You’ll ensure every system, process, and workflow is thoroughly tested, documented, and prepared for seamless turnover to operations.

This is a highly visible leadership role driving quality, safety, and performance across a fast-moving project with significant complexity and stakeholder involvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead all commissioning activity on a major site, ensuring the facility is technically sound, safe, and fully validated for client use.
• Establish and refine commissioning strategies, testing protocols, and integrated system checks.
• Build strong working relationships with construction teams, operations leaders, engineers, and technical specialists.
• Oversee the development of acceptance criteria, documentation, test scripts, and system verification procedures.
• Identify risks early, implement corrective actions, and safeguard schedule, cost, and quality outcomes.
• Coordinate with off-site equipment and modular suppliers to ensure timely and accurate delivery.
• Support the smooth transition from construction to operations, ensuring all systems are accurately captured, documented, and compliant.
• Drive continuous improvement by standardising best practices and integrating lessons learned into future programs.
• Provide leadership presence on site, acting as a technical and operational focal point during high-pressure phases.
• Participate in system assessments, factory testing, and readiness reviews as required.

What You’ll Bring

• A technical degree or equivalent experience within electrical, mechanical, or critical infrastructure environments.
• 5+ years’ experience in commissioning within mission-critical facilities.
• Strong capability in resolving complex technical challenges and coordinating diverse engineering disciplines.
• Experience managing multiple priorities in fast-paced, demanding environments.
• Project management capability; certifications such as PMP or commissioning qualifications are an advantage.
• A structured, collaborative leadership style with clear communication and strong decision-making skills.

What's on offer?

• Join an organisation investing heavily in new developments and cutting-edge infrastructure.
• Work on projects that have national impact and support some of the world’s most data-intensive users.
• Influence commissioning standards and shape how major data facilities are delivered.
• Competitive pay, strong benefits, and a culture that values teamwork, recognition, and growth.

If you feel your experience and career goals align with this role, please apply - we'd love to hear from from you.