Commissioning Director. Carrollton LilyLifestyle

Job Summary

Responsible for the planning and coordinating of the commissioning for xScale in large‑scale greenfield data centers across multiple campuses in the Americas region. Responsible for the development and creation of best practice documentation globally and reporting.

• Creates and implements multi‑facility, standards‑based commissioning plans and schedules
• Assesses, recommends and implements industry best practices into new and existing Critical Environment Programs
• Communicates effectively with both business operations and construction managers on a monthly basis
• Responsible for regional, long‑term pipeline management to inform resource planning
• Executes commissioning through a structured, stage gated delivery model, using defined commissioning levels and objective readiness criteria to inform decisions and progression.

• Develops and issues customer‑facing reports
• Interacts with and presents to key customers on progress against commissioning plans and achievement of Ready for Sales (RFS) dates
• Acts as point of contact for customer escalations throughout the commissioning process

• Analyses processes, develop process documentation, and develops commissioning programs and procedures that are globally applicable
• Provides feedback to senior management for the continuous improvement of the global commissioning process
• Develops standardized schedules and commissioning scopes based on industry best practices and specific customer contract requirements

• Responsible for all internal and external progress reporting for all projects during the commissioning phase, in coordination with construction director
• Prepares commissioning test procedures and reports
• Writes comprehensive reports that include recommendations for optimizing building operations, functional checklists, list of deficiencies, equipment operation and maintenance manuals
• Responsible for collating historical data regarding specific equipment start‑up and testing challenges and reporting back to all Owner Furnished Contractor Installed (OFCI) equipment vendors
• Manages internal tools and data analytics/metrics reporting

• Defines the appropriate feedback methodology to implement in order to provide vendors with feedback and opportunities for improvement
• Responsible for production of project‑specific commissioning RFPs and responding to bid clarifications
• Responsible for levelling and recommending commissioning consultant award
• Leads and manages external resources
• Schedules and directs periodic commissioning meetings
• Determines vendor KPIs and conducts lessons learned reviews

• 10+ years of data center commissioning experience preferred
• 5+ years leadership experience in a mission‑critical environment preferred
• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering / Mechanical Engineering preferred

United States - Atlanta 1 Field Office: 177, USD / Annual

United States - Chicago Office CHO: 195, USD / Annual

The pay range shown is based on our compensation structure in place at the time of posting and may be updated periodically based on business needs. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training.

The targeted pay range listed reflects the base pay only and does not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Employees are eligible for bonus, and equity may be offered depending on the position.

As an employee, you become important to Equinix's success. We ensure all your benefits are in line with our core values: competitive, inclusive, sustainable, connected and efficient. We keep them competitive within the current marketplace to ensure we're providing you with the best package possible. So, wherever you are in your career and life, you'll be able to enhance your experience and bring your whole self to work.

An Employee Assistance program is available to all employees.

• Insurance:
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