Manager, Commissioning

Job description

The Company NorthMark Compute & Cloud (NMC²) is backed by dedicated leadership and investment, with a clear mission as it operates at the bleeding edge of technology. Its goal is to scale and enhance the high-performance computing (HPC) and cloud infrastructure that supports its clients’ research, production, and delivery, enabling breakthroughs that shape the industries of tomorrow. Its engineers build critical infrastructure to eliminate friction in scientific research, simulations, analysis, and decision-making, accelerating discovery and driving faster innovation. The Position We are seeking an experienced, hands-on Manager of QAQC & Commissioning to serve as the on-site execution authority at our Spartanburg-based HPC facility. This role owns the QAQC program and commissioning lifecycle steps 1–5 on the ground — coordinating with the general contractor and commissioning team, managing quality, and executing to the standards and framework required to safely and successfully IST each aspect of the project. The successful candidate will be the primary point of contact for all quality and commissioning activities at the Spartanburg facility, coordinating daily with GCs, subcontractors, third-party commissioning agents, and OEM startup technicians as equipment arrives from the factory. This role verifies that FAT/FWT documentation and equipment readiness records are complete before equipment is accepted into the commissioning process, and maintains close coordination with the MEP workstream owner on installation sequencing and site readiness milestones. Responsibilities: Oversee commissioning activities across electrical and mechanical systems for large-scale data center construction, ensuring installations meet design intent, code requirements, and owner project requirements. Coordinate with general contractors, subcontractors, and design engineers to sequence system turnover, resolve field discrepancies, and track punch list closure through to acceptance working directly with 3rd Party Cx Company. Review and verify testing documentation (e.g., torque records, insulation resistance, grounding, load bank data) for compliance with applicable standards (NETA, NEC, NFPA, ASHRAE). Support scheduling alignment between commissioning milestones, OFCI equipment, and construction progress, flagging risks to critical path and communicating status to project stakeholders. Serve as a technical point of contact for field verification, functional testing, and issue resolution across electrical, cooling, and controls infrastructure. Develop & Execute the QAQC program in accordance with the standards and framework established by the Director, Construction & Commissioning Conduct regular field inspections and quality walk-downs; document findings, issue corrective actions, and track resolution to closure. Manage QAQC documentation including inspection reports, non-conformance records, and quality sign-off packages for each system via CxAlloy in coordination with third-party Cx Agent. Manage third-party QAQC personnel and consultants on site; ensure their work aligns with program standards and reporting requirements. Work with third party CxA to review scripts, schedule, and load banking. Ensure all work meets design specifications, quality standards, and applicable building codes. Reinforce the site safety culture; ensure all contractor workforces comply with site safety plans and OSHA standards. Assist in developing and managing Critical Methods of Procedure (CMOPs) for all high-risk switching, energization, and live-environment work at the Spartanburg facility. Coordinate first-time energization events; sequencing of electrical systems activation in alignment with the Cx schedule. Assist in developing switch and load bank plans; ensure all personnel are briefed and compliant with CMOP requirements prior to execution. Provide regular on-site status updates to the Director, Construction & Commissioning, covering QAQC findings, Cx milestone status, field risks, and any MEP-related issues that affect quality or commissioning readiness. Present at Stakeholder updates and OAC meetings as the on-site QAQC & Cx authority. Collaborate with Facilities and Site Operations groups to ensure operational continuity during active construction and commissioning phases. Requirements: 5+ years of hands-on QAQC and commissioning experience in mission-critical environments (data centers, HPC facilities, or industrial). Direct experience executing commissioning programs in live data center or mission-critical environments. Demonstrated experience with CMOP development, load bank coordination, integrated systems testing, and first-time energization. Experience managing FAT/FWT documentation receipt and on-site equipment startup with OEM technicians. Strong working knowledge of high and low voltage electrical, mechanical/cooling, controls, and fire alarm systems; familiarity with MEP systems sufficient to coordinate effectively across workstreams. Experience managing third-party commissioning agents and QAQC consultants on site. Proficiency with ACC, Primavera P6, Procore, and BIM 360. Proficiency in CxAlloy Exceptional communication, documentation, and on-site problem-solving skills. OSHA 30 and NFPA 70E certifications (preferred). Higher Certificate or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or related technical field (preferred). Familiarity with NFPA, NEC, IEEE, and ASHRAE standards (preferred). Experience at hyperscale data center or HPC environments (preferred). It is impossible to list every requirement for, or responsibility of, any position. Similarly, we cannot identify all the skills a position may require since job responsibilities and the Company’s needs may change over time. Therefore, the above job description is not comprehensive or exhaustive. The Company reserves the right to adjust, add to or eliminate any aspect of the above description. The Company also retains the right to require all employees to undertake additional or different job responsibilities when necessary to meet business needs. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future. Benefits & Perks: Company-Paid Lunch Stipend : Lunch is provided via GrubHub Company-Paid Benefits: 100% Employer-Paid Medical in our High Deductible Health Plan, Dental and Vision benefits for employees and their families, 16 weeks of Paid Parental Leave, Employee Assistance Program, Life insurance, Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability 401(k): Company will match 100% of your contributions up to 6% Optional Employee-Paid Benefits: Medical insurance in our PPO plan and a variety of other benefits such as Health Savings Accounts (with Company Contribution!), Flexible Spending Accounts, Supplemental Life Insurance, Wellhub and more. Time Off: 25 days of Paid Time Off plus 12 company holidays EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER NORTHMARK STRATEGIES LLC IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. 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