Senior Vice President of Commissioning

• Recommending departmental strategic plans for the commissioning practice to senior leadership, and collaborating on business development opportunities, including RFP responses, client presentations, and pricing estimates
• Establishing and implementing commissioning processes, procedures, and quality assurance frameworks for Tier III/IV mission-critical environments, aligned with ASHRAE, NFPA, and IEEE standards
• Overseeing a team of commissioning managers and field technicians, including providing guidance on performance, allocating resources, managing staffing schedules, and delivering technical coaching across projects
• Serving as a key escalation point for complex technical or operational challenges on flagship projects, coordinating directly with design teams, contractors, vendors, and testing agencies
• Overseeing integrated systems testing protocols for electrical systems (UPS, generators, switchgear, PDUs), mechanical systems (chillers, CRAC/CRAH units, cooling towers), BMS/EPMS platforms, and fire protection systems
• Reviewing and maintaining commissioning documentation standards, including test procedures, functional performance tests, progress reports, final commissioning reports, and O&M manuals
• Ensuring strict team compliance with safety regulations including OSHA requirements, NFPA 70E arc flash protocols, lockout/tagout procedures, and confined space regulations
• Identifying opportunities to integrate emerging technologies and innovative tools, including liquid cooling systems, digital commissioning platforms, and automation strategies
• Managing moderate-sized budgets, tracking expenditures, assessing risks, and coordinating stakeholder communications to maintain project timelines across concurrent engagements

• Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related engineering discipline from an accredited four-year institution preferred; OR 12-15+ years of progressive mission-critical commissioning experience with demonstrated leadership
• Minimum 10-15 years of hands-on commissioning experience in mission-critical facilities, with at least 5 years in leadership or management roles
• Proven track record commissioning hyperscale data centers (10MW+ IT load) and Tier III/IV facilities across multiple project delivery methods
• Deep technical knowledge of electrical distribution systems including medium voltage equipment, transformers, ATS, UPS systems (2N, N+1 configurations), generators, paralleling switchgear, and PDUs
• Comprehensive understanding of mechanical cooling systems including chillers, CRAC/CRAH units, cooling towers, pumping systems, and economization strategies
• Expertise in functional performance testing, integrated systems testing, commissioning test procedures, and acceptance criteria development for mission-critical environments
• Demonstrated success building and managing high-performing technical teams with proven ability in mentoring, performance management, and talent development
• Expert-level proficiency in project management software (Procore, Microsoft Project, Primavera P6) and Microsoft Office Suite
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with ability to present complex technical information to executive-level stakeholders
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with systems-thinking approach to root cause analysis and solution development
• Proven ability to multitask, prioritize effectively, and make rapid decisions under pressure across multiple concurrent high-stakes projects
• Availability to travel up to 40% overall (approximately 20-25% per active project across up to two concurrent projects).

Preferred:

• Professional Engineer (PE) license or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Certified Commissioning Professional (CCP), Certified Commissioning Authority (CxA), LEED AP BD+C, or Certified Data Center Professional (CDCP)
• OSHA 30-Hour and NFPA 70E Qualified Electrical Worker certifications
• Experience with commissioning management software (Bluerithm, CxAlloy, CXAPP), DCIM platforms, and BIM/CAD tools
• P&L responsibility, business development experience, and proven track record in account management and service line growth
• Familiarity with emerging technologies including liquid cooling, AI/ML infrastructure, and renewable energy integration

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health. Some of these benefits include:

• 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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