Commissioning Manager – Data Center / Mission Critical Projects
Senior Commissioning Manager – Data Center / Mission Critical Projects
CAI is a 100% employee-owned company established in 1996, that has grown year over year to almost 750 people worldwide. We provide commissioning, qualification, validation, start-up, project management and other consulting services to mission critical industries. We are global partner in providing professional services to enhance operational performance and reliability. We deliver consistently. Expertly. Completely.
Role Overview
The Senior Commissioning Manager is responsible for end-to-end site commissioning leadership and execution of large-scale, mission-critical Data Center projects. This role provides strategic and operational oversight of mechanical, electrical, and commissioning activities from mobilization through client handover.
The position requires strong expertise in hyperscale or enterprise Data Center environments, ensuring that all site activities are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to Tier-level performance standards. The Senior Commissioning Manager serves as the primary on-site authority and is accountable for multi-site coordination, commissioning team performance, stakeholder alignment, and commissioning readiness across projects.
Key Responsibilities:
Site Leadership
• Lead and oversee the commissioning of multiple Data Center commissioning sites.
• Establish standardized site execution strategies aligned with corporate and client objectives.
• Prepare Commissioning implementation plans/ Commissioning management plan.
• Provide leadership to Site Managers, Construction Managers, and commissioning teams.
• Ensure consistency in safety, quality, and commissioning delivery standards across all project locations.
Mission Critical Project Execution
• Direct execution of all mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP), and associated commissioning activities for hyperscale Data Centers.
• Ensure critical systems achieve reliability...