Regional Commissioning Manager; East

Edge Core Digital Infrastructure serves the world’s largest cloud and internet companies with both ready-for-occupancy and build-to-suit data center campuses that are designed for density. Privately held and backed by committed equity to fund an aggregate amount of over USD $16.5 billion in development, Edge Core enables hyperscale customer requirements by proactively investing in regions that provide the land and power necessary to support and scale AI and cloud technology.

While working thoughtfully with the communities in which we do business, our data center campuses are built at scale to meet key performance specifications, safety metrics and sustainability objectives. Edge Core has data center campuses in six North American markets with plans to expand into new regions in 2026 and beyond. For more information, please visit

This role is ideal for an experienced commissioning professional who thrives in complex, mission‑critical environments. As the Regional Commissioning Manager, you’ll lead commissioning efforts across multiple data center projects in the East Region, ensuring mechanical, electrical, fire life safety, and automation systems meet design specifications and customer requirements. Your support in other markets, including travel, may be required based on business needs.

You will collaborate with industry leading engineers, contractors, and clients to improve processes, drive quality, and support sustainable, scalable infrastructure. The ideal candidate will deliver projects on schedule and budget while establishing commissioning standards and fostering high‑performance teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead commissioning of large‑scale, mission critical data center projects within the region.
• Manage regional commissioning teams, providing guidance, mentorship, and performance oversight.
• Develop, refine, and implement quality and commissioning procedures, policies, and standards.
• Coordinate cross‑functional teams including engineering, construction, operations, and IT to resolve technical challenges.
• Oversee site inspections, functional performance tests, and Factory Witness Testing to ensure system readiness.
• Manage client communications, providing updates, milestone tracking, and expectations management.
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying recurring issues and implementing process enhancements.
• Ensure compliance with safety, sustainability, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor project scope, schedule, and budget to meet delivery objectives.
• Act as the final quality gatekeeper for all commissioned systems prior to operational handover.
• Security is a shared responsibility. All employees are required to comply with company security policies and procedures and to help protect company information, systems, and assets in the course of their daily work.

• At least5 years of commissioning experience, preferably in mission‑critical environments (data centers, large‑scale infrastructure).
• Minimum 3 years leadership experience in a mission‑critical environment preferred
• Strong knowledge of electrical, mechanical, fire life safety, and control systems; familiarity with ASHRAE, NETA, NFPA, and industry standards.
• Experience developing commissioning plans, test scripts, and QA/QC procedures.
• Proven track record to manage multiple projects, budgets, and timelines simultaneously.
• Excellent interpersonal and client‑facing skills; ability to translate technical details into clear updates.
• Proven ability to manage client relationships and coordinate multiple stakeholders.
• Travel expected to be approximately 20 - 30% but may increase as the business and volume of work evolves.
• Must pass a pre‑employment background check.

• Full‑time salaried, exempt role:
  Includes equity compensation and a performance‑based annual bonus.
• Annual base salary range: $170,000 - $200,000, depending on experience.
• In‑office expectations:
  This role requires in‑office presence four days per week.
• This role is located in Sterling, Virginia, with free on‑site parking.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance:
  Includes a $0-premium medical plan option (employee only option).
• Flexible Spending…