Commissioning & Energy Project Manager – Data Center Focus

Overview

Colliers Project Leaders is currently looking for a Commissioning & Energy Project Manager to join our team in the San Francisco Bay Area (South Bay).

We deliver real energy savings in buildings, spaces, and systems that perform optimally and maximize comfort and safety.

Our team includes engineers, controls experts, and sustainability professionals. We are national leaders and industry authorities whose proactive, hands-on approach delivers real results. Our unique dual perspective sets us apart—technical expertise to evaluate, understand, and critique systems design and the operational knowledge to maximize systems and equipment performance.

This specific role is responsible for ensuring that all systems are designed, installed, tested, and maintained to meet project requirements, industry standards, and client quality objectives within a data center environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in MEP systems, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to manage multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide Cx/EBCx services through all phases (design, construction, and post-occupancy; planning, investigation, implementation, turnover, and persistence) for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and life safety systems.
• Implement and oversee QA/QC protocols throughout construction to ensure systems meet company and industry standards.
• Review and maintain documentation including commissioning plans, test procedures, checklists, drawing redlines, and final reports.
• Collaborate with vendors, contractors, and OEMs to validate performance and installation of systems.
• Perform field reviews throughout construction to document adherence to design specifications and best practices.
• Identify and troubleshoot installation and performance-related issues; escalate and track corrective actions through to resolution.
• Work closely with construction, operations, design, and facilities teams to drive reliable and efficient systems.
• Manage projects to completion, on-time, within budget, and within scope of work and are able to independently produce reports, summaries, and briefings.
• Effectively lead communications within a project team and successfully manage multiple clients at once.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, facilities engineering or equivalent experience.
• 3 years of relevant experience in commissioning, quality, or MEP engineering, preferably in mission-critical/data center environments.
• Strong understanding of building systems (HVAC, power distribution, UPS, generators, BMS, EPMS)
• Familiarity with ASHRAE, IEEE, NFPA, NETA, and other relevant standards
• Ability to read/understand technical materials (i.e. drawings, specs, etc.).
• Demonstrated experience in problem solving skills, planning and organizing, decision-making.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal), facilitation, and teamwork capabilities.
• Willingness to travel and support on-site field activities as needed.
• EIT or PE preferred.
• ACP or CCP preferred.
• Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.
  
  

Compensation: $105,000 to $130,000 per year (depending on qualifications)

What We Offer

At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That’s why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities.

This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes: company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses.

We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women’s Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.

Apply today to learn how you can join our team of professionals, so we can help you Accelerate Your Success!