Director of Mission Critical Commissioning

Job Description

Title: Director of Mission Critical Commissioning

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Location: Lenexa, D.C., Houston, Las Vegas

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Duration: 12 months contract to hire

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Pay: $75 - $100

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Overtime is 1.5x

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Expenses/Travel: all travel reimbursed

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Schedule: 40-45 hours per week

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Start date: ASAP

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Current openings: 1

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Position Summary

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A growing Commissioning Team is seeking a Director of Mission Critical Commissioning to build and lead an expanding data center commissioning practice. This role oversees a team of mission critical commissioning professionals, manages Level 1 through Level 5 data center commissioning execution, develops electrical and mechanical testing standards, supports proposal development and pricing, and leads client development efforts within the mission critical market.

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The Director is responsible for the overall performance of the mission critical commissioning practice, including building and developing the team, growing project backlog, and ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget. This role establishes technical standards and testing procedures, serves as the primary technical authority for commissioning personnel, and helps build the organization's presence in the mission critical commissioning market.

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This is a hands-on leadership role requiring deep technical expertise, business development experience, a willingness to travel, and the ability to lead a high-performing team.

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Key Responsibilities

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Operations

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• Oversee all operational aspects of the mission critical commissioning practice through direct leadership of commissioning personnel.

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• Ensure projects are executed in accordance with established quality standards.

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• Support leadership in identifying and securing opportunities aligned with the mission critical commissioning strategy.

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• Promote communication and collaboration across the commissioning team to ensure consistency in project execution.

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• Assess staffing and resource requirements in collaboration with executive leadership.

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• Implement process improvements to enhance project delivery and client experience.

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• Develop and implement technical tools, standards, procedures, and best practices for the commissioning practice.

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Financial Performance

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• Develop annual budgets for the mission critical commissioning practice in collaboration with executive leadership.

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• Monitor revenue, margins, and profitability while conducting regular budget reviews.

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• Evaluate financial performance, adjust operational strategies as needed, and prepare reports and presentations on practice performance.

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Leadership & Employee Development

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• Lead employee relations, staffing decisions, performance management, and personnel development for the mission critical commissioning team.

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• Foster an engaged, collaborative, and high-performing team culture.

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• Partner with regional leadership to identify employee development opportunities and implement growth plans.

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• Collaborate across departments and leadership teams to achieve organizational goals.

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Client Development

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• Maintain a strong presence within the mission critical commissioning industry.

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• Develop and maintain relationships with key clients across strategic markets.

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• Mentor project staff on client expectations, service delivery, and commissioning best practices.

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• Support business development efforts by expanding service offerings and strengthening client partnerships.

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• Manage client relationships to support long-term growth and profitability.

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• Partner with marketing and business development teams to prepare proposals and establish competitive structures.

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Growth & Innovation

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• Support strategic planning initiatives focused on expanding the commissioning practice.

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• Mentor team members by sharing technical expertise, market knowledge, and industry best practices.

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• Monitor industry trends to maintain a competitive position in the mission critical commissioning market.

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• Promote innovation by developing new tools, processes, and client solutions.

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Required Qualifications

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• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related discipline required. Equivalent leadership and management experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

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• Minimum of ten (10) years of relevant experience, including at least five (5) years in leadership or management roles involving personnel management, project management, program leadership, or strategic planning.

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• Demonstrated success building high-performing teams and improving client satisfaction.

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• Proven ability to develop and maintain long-term client relationships.

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• Strong track record of delivering measurable business results.

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• Active participation in professional networks within the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry.

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• Demonstrated proficiency in leadership, technical, and business competencies required for the role.

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Preferred Qualifications

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• Professional Engineering (PE) license preferred.

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• ACG Certified Commissioning Authority (CxA) or equivalent commissioning certification strongly preferred.

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• Experience with mission critical commissioning, data center commissioning, or mechanical and electrical commissioning projects.

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• Experience developing electrical and mechanical testing procedures and commissioning standards.

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• Established relationships with data center owners, operators, general contractors, or mission critical construction firms.

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• Business development experience, including proposal preparation, pricing strategies, and client relationship management.

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Physical & Work Environment Requirements

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• Prolonged periods of sitting or standing while working at a computer.

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• Ability to climb ladders up to 8 feet.

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• Ability to lift and transport up to 25 pounds, with or without accommodation.

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• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.

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• Travel required up to 25% of the time.

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Apply today if you have experience as a: Director of Mission Critical Commissioning, Commissioning Director, Director of Commissioning, Mission Critical Commissioning Manager, Data Center Commissioning Manager, Commissioning Practice Leader, VP of Commissioning, Senior Commissioning Manager, Commissioning Program Director, Mission Critical Commissioning Lead, Commissioning Operations Director, Data Center Commissioning Director, Commissioning Authority, Head of Commissioning, or Commissioning Practice Director.

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FootBridge is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive environment where everyone is valued and respected. We make employment decisions based on qualifications and business needs, without discrimination on any basis, and we welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.