Commissioning Authority – Data Center​/Mission Critical - Portland

Overview

Glumac, a Tetra Tech company, is seeking a Commissioning Authority to join our Data Center Commissioning Team. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a global leader in the construction space and gain hands-on experience with Data Center projects, with exposure across all project types.

The Commissioning team delivers quality assurance to ensure systems and components are installed and operate as intended. This role offers a balance of office and field work with hands-on testing of a range of systems to improve building performance, energy efficiency, reliability, and occupant comfort.

The Commissioning Authority will lead and manage the commissioning process for assigned projects, including conducting field functional testing, creating checklists, documenting test results, and maintaining issue logs and reports. The role involves participating in meetings, supporting project management tasks, following internal procedures and industry standards, ensuring safe work practices, and pursuing ongoing professional development.

• Conduct field functional testing.
• Create pre-functional and functional checklists.
• Lead commissioning meetings and manage the commissioning process for assigned projects.
• Perform field observations and document test results.
• Maintain issue resolution logs and compile commissioning reports.
• Assist with project management duties as needed.
• Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
• Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness.
• Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
• Additional duties as required.

• A Bachelor's or advanced degree in engineering or a related field, or industry commensurate experience.
• 8+ years of related industry experience and 2+ years of experience in datacenter commissioning, operations, or construction.
• ANSI/ISO Accreditation Cx Certification (BCxA CCP, ACG CxA, ASHRAE BCxP).
• Strong technical knowledge of datacenter MEP system design and operation, controls, and instrumentation.
• Project management expertise, including scheduling, budgeting, and resource planning.
• Exceptional client-facing, client relationship, and client management skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and in team environments.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• Safety first mindset.
• Ability to climb ladders/stairs and lift/carry loads above 20 lbs.
• Ability to be on a job site for extended periods (8-10 hours).
• Willingness and ability to travel as needed, approximately 50%.
• Valid driver’s license and insurance.

• Professional licensure (PE license, Energy Management, or TAB certifications) is a plus.
• Ability to manage QA/QC processes.
• Electrical systems commissioning experience.
• Experience with commissioning software or ongoing commissioning tools.

This position requires regular travel to data center project sites, with 50-70% travel expected. Our hybrid work environment requires two in-office and/or on-site days per week. All candidates must be located in and eligible to work in the U.S.

Salary Range: $110,000 - $180,000 (depending on experience). The base salary range represents the low and high end of the compensation scale for this role. Actual salaries will be determined based on location, experience, responsibilities, and qualifications. This salary range is one component of Glumac’s total compensation package, which includes benefits, professional development opportunities, and additional incentives.

Glumac has been a leader in the sustainable building design industry for over 50 years. In 2017 we joined Tetra Tech, enabling us to combine our expertise with the reach and resources of a global organization.

The perks of working at Glumac include comprehensive benefits, merit-based rewards, work/life balance, a collaborative team atmosphere, and ongoing professional growth opportunities.

Tetra Tech is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.