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Commissioning Director

Fermi America

Amarillo, TX

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Commissioning, Communication Skills, Construction, Construction Design, Continuous Improvement, Cross-Functional, Electricity, Energy Efficiency, Healthcare, Identify Issues, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Mechanical Engineering, Mentoring, Multitasking, Network Operations Center, Process Improvement, Project/Program Management, Requirements Management, Safety/Work Safety, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Staff Training, Sustainability, System Integration (SI), System Test, Team Lead/Manager, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Amarillo, TX
POSTED
2 days ago
Commissioning Director

Location: Amarillo, TX
Role Summary

The Commissioning Director is responsible for leading and managing all commissioning activities across multiple projects, ensuring systems and facilities meet design specifications and operational requirements. This role oversees the full commissioning lifecycle-from planning and pre-functional checks to integrated system testing and final handover-while maintaining compliance with codes, standards, and client expectations.
Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement commissioning strategies for mission-critical projects.
  • Lead multidisciplinary teams (mechanical, electrical, controls) through all commissioning phases.
  • Drive continuous improvement of commissioning processes and standards.
  • Prepare and oversee commissioning plans, scripts, and schedules.
  • Validate installations and perform functional and integrated system tests.
  • Coordinate with design, construction, and operations teams to ensure seamless transition from construction to operational readiness.
  • Ensure adherence to applicable codes, standards (ASHRAE, LEED), and client requirements.
  • Maintain detailed documentation: deficiency logs, test reports, and final commissioning records.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for commissioning activities.
  • Provide regular status updates and technical reports to clients and senior management.
  • Recruit, mentor, and train commissioning staff.
  • Foster a culture of safety, quality, and performance excellence.


Requirements

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related field).

Advanced degree or certifications (e.g., CCP, LEED AP) preferred.

Minimum 10+ years in commissioning, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.

Proven track record in managing large-scale projects (data centers, industrial facilities, healthcare, or similar).

Strong project management and leadership capabilities.

Expertise in MEP systems, energy efficiency, and commissioning software tools.

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Attributes

Ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues under pressure.

Familiarity with sustainability standards and energy optimization practices.

Willingness to travel and adapt to dynamic project environments.

About the Company

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Fermi America