ROLE OVERVIEW
About this opportunity
Position Overview
Detail
Information
Job Title
Commissioning Engineer
Location
Red Oak, TX (Ellis County, Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex)
Department
Commissioning
Reports To
Director of Mission Critical Operations
Job Type
Full-Time, W-2 Salaried, Exempt
Compensation
$130,000 - $160,000 annual base salary, dependent on experience
About the Opportunity
Southern Staffing Group is hiring an experienced Commissioning Engineer to lead commissioning on a mission critical data center project in Red Oak, TX. This is a full-time, salaried role for a hands-on leader who wants to own L1 - L5 commissioning from planning through turnover on one of the fastest-growing data center corridors in North Texas.
Job Summary
The Commissioning Engineer leads commissioning activities on a mission critical data center construction project in Red Oak, TX. The role coordinates planning, staffing, scheduling, quality, safety and testing throughout the commissioning phase. Reporting to the Director of Mission Critical Operations, you will ensure all work follows approved procedures and that equipment performance meets design requirements.
You will work closely with internal team members, consultants, general contractors, equipment manufacturers and commissioning agents to plan, schedule and execute Level 1 through Level 5 commissioning. You will also support a smooth handoff to facility operations teams. Success in this role requires a strong command of MEP systems, schedule and risk analysis, and disciplined documentation through project closeout.
Key Responsibilities
Commissioning Planning & Execution
• Manage end-to-end commissioning processes and delivery to satisfy Owner requirements and support a smooth transition to facility operations teams.
• Manage site-specific Level 1 through Level 5 (L1 - L5) commissioning for new and expansion projects.
• Lead a multidisciplinary, project-specific commissioning plan, including review and verification of system design, installation, functional performance and reliability.
• Review project submittals, including all startup and commissioning procedures supplied by vendors and consultants.
• Enforce Owner practices across the commissioning team, including subcontractors and equipment vendors, to ensure commitment to safety and performance on site.
Schedule, Risk & Performance Management
• Collaborate with the General Contractor (GC), equipment manufacturers, Commissioning Agent and internal team to build and integrate startup and commissioning schedules into the overall project schedule.
• Analyze project schedules and deliver monthly reports identifying potential delays, critical path impacts and optimization opportunities.
• Develop risk assessment models and identify key risk factors affecting project budgets and schedules.
• Track project performance against schedule targets with project managers, contractors and the broader project team.
Stakeholder Coordination & Procurement
• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with architects, engineers, trade partners and facility operations teams to streamline delivery and ensure fully compliant projects.
• Manage the commissioning RFP process, from RFP creation through award.
• Lead or support commissioning-related onboarding of new trade partners, vendors and consultants.
Design & Construction Oversight
• Review design documents and specifications to confirm Owner standards and requirements are met.
• Participate in design and construction reviews and provide technical input on the most cost-effective, schedule-efficient construction methods.
• Monitor electrical, mechanical, fire alarm (FA), fire protection (FP) and controls subcontractors for schedule performance and conformance to contract documents.