Data Center Controls Commissioning Lead

The Controls Commissioning Lead is the technical authority responsible for validating, integrating, and commissioning control systems across mission-critical data center infrastructure.

This role ensures building management systems (BMS), electrical power monitoring systems (EPMS), PLCs, and system-to-system integrations function reliably and in alignment with design intent, owner standards, and the Anchor Mission Critical Playbook. The Controls Cx Lead plays a critical role in enabling successful Integrated Systems Testing (IST) and operational readiness.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the controls technical authority for commissioning scopes across assigned projects
• Lead controls Pre-Functional Checks (PFCs), including L2/L3 readiness inspections
• Validate sequences of operation against design intent and field execution
• Coordinate and support Functional Performance Testing (FPT) and Integrated Systems Testing (IST)
• Lead system-to-system integration testing (BMS, EPMS, PLCs, life safety, and vendor controls)
• Troubleshoot complex controls, logic, and communication issues
• Coordinate with mechanical, electrical, IT, OEMs, and EPC partners during testing and IST
• Review and approve controls commissioning documentation and reports

Technical & Leadership Competencies

• Deep understanding of BMS, EPMS, and PLC-based control architectures
• Expertise in data center control sequences, alarm strategies, and trending
• Strong knowledge of networking fundamentals, protocols, and system interfaces
• Ability to diagnose and resolve complex integration and logic issues
• Proven leadership in high-risk, schedule-critical testing environments
• Clear communication with owners, EPCs, vendors, and internal teams
• Familiarity and experience with commissioning platforms

Education & Experience Requirements

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Automation, or equivalent experience
• 10–18+ years of experience in controls, automation, or mission-critical systems
• Demonstrated experience leading controls commissioning on large, complex data center projects

Preferred:

• Hyperscale or large colocation data center experience
• Prior role as Controls Engineer, Senior Controls Commissioning Engineer, or equivalent

Certifications (Preferred)

• Certified Commissioning Professional (CCP)
• OEM-specific controls certifications (BMS/EPMS platforms)
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety

Performance Expectations

• Successful validation of control sequences and integrations
• Enabling clean execution of IST failure scenarios
• Early identification and resolution of controls-related risks
• High-quality, defensible commissioning documentation
• Consistent application of Anchor Mission Critical Playbook standards

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience
• Performance-based bonus eligibility
• Travel expenses and per diem per company policy
• Benefits eligibility per company plans

Salary Range

The base salary range for this role is:
$155,000 – $175,000

This range reflects nominal experience of 12–20 years in mission-critical controls commissioning. Compensation above the stated range may be considered for exceptional expertise, integration mastery, or leadership capability.

Anchor Mission Critical offers a performance incentive bonus program that rewards individuals who consistently deliver high-quality outcomes and contribute to the company’s growth and operating discipline. Bonus eligibility and payout are based on a combination of individual performance, project success, and company-wide results.

Employment Status

This position is full-time and exempt. Employment is at-will, subject to applicable state and federal law.

About Anchor Mission Critical

Anchor Mission Critical is a professional services firm purpose-built to support hyperscale and high-reliability infrastructure projects. Anchor Mission Critical provides commissioning, integrated systems testing (IST), QA/QC, and operational readiness services for data centers and other no-fail environments.

Anchor Mission Critical was founded to address a persistent industry challenge: as data center projects grow in scale and complexity, execution quality too often depends on heroics rather than disciplined systems. The Anchor Mission Critical Playbook establishes a standardized delivery framework built on readiness, risk prevention, and repeatable execution—allowing teams to perform at a high level without chaos.

At Anchor Mission Critical, commissioning is engaged early and treated as a leadership function, not a back-end checkbox. Our teams operate with clear delivery cadence, defined readiness gates, and transparent issue management so professionals can focus on doing the work right – first time. Anchor Mission Critical supports both technical and leadership career paths and offers the opportunity to help build durable standards, mentor teams, and grow with a firm designed for scale without bureaucracy.