Commissioning Superintendent

Job Description:

The Commissioning Superintendent is responsible for coordinating construction activities through commissioning integrated systems testing (IST) and turnover of mission-critical data center facilities. This role ensures that all electrical mechanical controls and life safety systems are constructed tested and commissioned according to the project schedule to meet stringent quality reliability redundancy and uptime requirements. The Commissioning Superintendent serves as the primary field leader during commissioning and supports safe on-schedule delivery of facilities.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead field execution during L2-L3 activities and provide support for L4-L5 activities.
• Oversee construction completion for critical systems including electrical mechanical and controls.
• Monitor and drive commissioning schedule in the field for all parties identifying and eliminating blockers daily.
• Work with Energy Marshals to enact all Energy Control Plan tasks including MOP and LOTO execution.
• Ensure the construction schedule aligns with the commissioning schedule plans sequencing and turnover requirements.
• Lead field execution of and adherence to the Equipment Protection Plan.
• Communicate status risks and readiness to project leadership and client teams.

JOB DETAILS

• Support peer project staff in coordination of OFCI equipment deliveries MEP installation and general construction readiness in alignment to the commissioning schedule.
• Enforce adherence to Ryans site-specific safety plan and procedures and Energy Control Plan.
• Verify MOPs Energizations FOD Inspections are completed accurately.
• Conduct OFCI Equipment Vendor onboarding meetings ensuring all equipment vendors understand and are compliant with Ryans site policies and procedures.
• Check in with equipment vendors onsite teams each day to ensure compliance with planned commissioning activities.
• Review issues / observations regularly and push trade partners and equipment vendors for quick resolution.
• Monitor L2 and L3 documentation status and push trade partners and equipment vendors for timely and accurate submission.
• Coordinate between trade partners and equipment vendors in the field to perform all L2 and L3 activities in accordance with the commissioning schedule.
• Enforce adherence to the Equipment Protection Plan by performing inspections of protection measures. Report any deficiencies and coordinate corrective actions with trade partners and Ryan labor.
• Attend all L2/L3 and L4/L5 meetings. Be able to speak to field activities and issues.
• Coordinate and attend L2 Readiness Walks and FOD Inspections for all equipment per the commissioning schedule.
• Assist with development of periodic project updates for internal and external use.
• Assist with planning and scheduling of equipment vendor and trade partner crews and staff to the project.
• Assist in coordinating commissioning activities with construction commissioning agents (CxA) owners and operations teams.
• Review project progress onsite and assist with schedule progress updates.
• Actively support field troubleshooting during inspections energizations and testing. Coordinate corrective actions for deficiencies.
• Oversee and work alongside project team to review address and support closeout of equipment observations found during L2-L5 tasks.
• Review commissioning scripts and test procedures.
• Perform quality control monitoring and inspections to ensure system and equipment installation meets design intent specifications and data center standards.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• Mission-critical high-urgency and discipline mindset and attention to detail
• Strong knowledge of and experience with multiple MEP disciplines
• Calm decisive leadership during high-risk activities
• Excellent communication with team members owners engineers and commissioning teams
• Ability to manage fast-paced schedules and phased turnovers

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent (technical or trade background strongly preferred)
• 8 years of construction supervision experience in mission-critical or data center environments
• Extensive experience with electrical and mechanical commissioning of critical systems
• Strong understanding of redundancy concepts system interdependencies and sequencing
• Ability to read and interpret drawings single-line diagrams and commissioning scripts
• Demonstrated leadership in safety-critical environments
• Familiarity with data center commissioning best practices
• OSHA 30 NFPA 70E or equivalent safety certifications

Eligibility:

Position requires verification of employment to work in the U.S.

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary
• Medical Dental and Vision Benefits
• Retirement and Savings Benefits
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Educational Assistance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs
• Family Planning & Parenting Benefits
• Employee Discount Programs
• Pet insurance
• Charitable Donation Matching
• Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)

Disclaimer: Eligibility may vary based on factors such as role hours worked employment status length of service location and other considerations. Detailed information will be shared with eligible candidates during the hiring process and the official terms and conditions will be outlined in each individual offer document.

Ryan Companies is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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Candidate Qualifications:

• Post high school education or equivalent in the construction field.

• Pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test and subsequent random and post-accident drug and alcohol testing.

• Documentation / file management.

• Must be able to remain calm during stressful situations and work through any challenges or issues which may arise.

• Must be able to know when to ask for help when a job task exceeds their skills or abilities.

• Meeting management skills.

• Team player with team building skills.

• Require moderate support from Field Coordinator.

• Ability to read and comprehend blueprints and plans and specifications and give proper direction to project personnel.