Senior Mechanical Commissioning Agent - Data Center Specialist - Building Engineering jobs in United States
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Gresham Smith ยท 2 weeks ago

Senior Mechanical Commissioning Agent - Data Center Specialist - Building Engineering

positionJacksonville, FL
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
senioritySenior Level
money$109K/yr - $135K/yr
date7+ years exp

Gresham Smith is a company that specializes in commissioning mechanical, plumbing, and building enclosure systems across various facilities. They are seeking a Senior Commissioning Authority with experience in mechanical/HVAC data center commissioning to ensure reliability and efficiency in mission-critical projects.

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Responsibilities

Perform on-site commissioning of critical infrastructure, including cooling systems (CRAC, CRAH, chiller plants), humidification systems, and fire suppression systems
Train and mentor junior commissioning agents on best practices for data center commissioning, including mechanical systems, TAB, and controls integration
Develop and lead training programs to standardize mission-critical commissioning processes for the commissioning team
Oversee and execute project-specific commissioning scopes of work for data center environments
Conduct reviews of construction documents for commissionability, focusing on redundancy, resiliency, and high-availability mechanical systems
Direct development of and review commissioning plans, including narratives, pre-functional checklists, and functional performance tests tailored to data centers
Schedule and coordinate commissioning site visits and deliverables for large data center projects
Conduct and document Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), and Integrated Systems Testing (IST)
Monitor performance trends and analyze system reliability for Tier III and Tier IV data centers
Review testing, adjusting, and balancing (TAB) reports with a focus on precision cooling requirements and airflow management
Assess and provide recommendations for building automation systems (BAS) and controls integration
Prepare and submit final commissioning reports that align with major technology company expectations
Coordinate and work with electrical CxA counterpart in executing commissioning work

Qualification

Mechanical commissioningData center experienceBuilding Automation SystemsCommissioning softwareTier certification standardsTrainingMicrosoft Office SuiteEnergy efficiency standardsLeadershipMentoring

Required

HS Diploma or A.S. Degree required
Minimum of 7 years of experience in commissioning, mechanical engineering, or related construction trades (MEP, TAB, or Controls)
Extensive experience commissioning enterprise-level data centers for global technology organizations
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and commissioning software
Ability to travel frequently on a flexible schedule for national project sites
In-depth understanding of mechanical system installations with integration into Building Automation Systems (BAS) and advanced control platforms
Proven ability to lead and train teams on mechanical commissioning, TAB, and controls best practices
Familiarity with Tier certification standards (Uptime Institute Tier III & IV)

Preferred

Certified Commissioning Authority (CxA) or other recognized commissioning certification (e.g., BCxP, CCP, CPMP)
Certified Data Centre Professional (CDCP) or equivalent is a plus
Experience with LEED and energy efficiency standards for data centers

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Wellness Programs
401(k)/Roth Retirement Plans
Tuition Reimbursement
PTO
Employee Referral Program
Mass Transit Program

Company

Gresham Smith

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Gresham Smith is a premier architecture, engineering and consultancy services firm dedicated to creating healthy and thriving communities.
dateFounded in 1967
location
St Louis, Missouri, USA
people-size501-1000 employees
web-link
http://www.greshamsmith.com

H1B Sponsorship

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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
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2011-11-01Acquired

Leadership Team

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Rodney Chester
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Matt D'Angelo
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