CEIS | Critical Energy Infrastructure Services · 1 day ago
Senior Commissioning Lead
Sparks, NV
Contract
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expCEIS is a small business specializing in Industrial Hygiene, Safety, Construction Management, and Project Management. They are seeking a Senior Commissioning Lead to oversee the commissioning activities for a major hyperscale data center program, ensuring alignment with project requirements and leading commissioning personnel throughout the process.
EnergyInfrastructureProperty Management
Responsibilities
Develop and manage the full commissioning plan and schedule, sequencing inspection, startup, and testing activities into the overall project master schedule
Partner with safety teams to establish and enforce LOTO programs in alignment with NFPA 70E electrical safety requirements
Utilize commissioning software platforms (BIM360, ACC Build, CxAlloy, etc.) and ensure vendors, subcontractors, and commissioning agents fully participate in documentation workflows
Collaborate with the client and their commissioning agent to integrate project-specific requirements into CEIS commissioning procedures
Lead CEIS commissioning personnel, including direct oversight of the Cx Project Engineer and M&E Superintendents
Verify proper execution and documentation of all commissioning levels (L1L5) as defined in the commissioning plan
Coordinate vendor-related activities including factory witness tests, startup scheduling, technical support, and commissioning deliverables
Prepare commissioning budgets, load bank plans, resource allocations, subcontractor Cx budgets, and procurement needs
Define commissioning scope boundaries and responsibility matrices; support Preconstruction in ensuring subcontractor commissioning scopes are clearly captured prior to award
Review and contribute to script development with the owners commissioning agent; validate script feasibility for field execution
Participate in all design review meetings, providing subject matter expertise on MEP systems, controls, and constructability
Review engineering calculations and subcontractor technical designs such as heat load calculations, startup plans, and system integration documentation
Coordinate closely with M&E teams on submittals, RFIs, and technical clarifications affecting commissioning readiness
Support QA/QC by validating technical quality checkpoints prior to commissioning signoff
Contribute to CEIS Mission-Critical initiatives including development of commissioning best practices, cross-project resource coordination, and support for other projects when schedules permit
Perform additional duties necessary to support project goals and senior-level commissioning leadership
Qualification
Required
Technical engineering degree or equivalent hands-on technical experience (minimum 5 years)
Proven leadership in commissioning roles across multiple data center or mission-critical projects
Detailed knowledge of NFPA 70E, LOTO implementation, and electrical safety procedures
Direct commissioning or startup experience in electrical, mechanical, or controls/BMS systems
Strong working knowledge of mission-critical mechanical, electrical, and automation system topologies
Experience working for a general contractor on hyperscale data center construction projects
Proficiency with MS Office, Bluebeam, Procore, BIM360, and commissioning documentation software
Ability to interpret construction documents including system schematics, single-line diagrams, and equipment schedules
Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage stakeholders, and communicate technical information clearly
Valid drivers license and satisfactory driving record per
Ability to travel to the site up to 5 days per week or relocate to the project area
Benefits
Health
Dental
Vacation/sick
401k with a generous match
Company
CEIS | Critical Energy Infrastructure Services
Critical Energy Infrastructure Services (CEIS) is a nationally recognized leader in delivering strategic project solutions that support America’s energy infrastructure and national security mission.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
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Melissa Sisneros
Sr Vice President CEIS Government
Beth Bowen
Chief Revenue Officer
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