Job Title: Commissioning Manager
Company: Loenbro, LLC
Business Unit/Department: Midwest
Location: Cedar Rapids, Iowa (Onsite)
Reports to: Sr. Commissioning Manager
Employment Type: Full-time
FLSA Classification: Non-exempt
Position SummaryLoenbro, LLC seeks an experienced Commissioning Manager to lead commissioning for mission-critical data center electrical projects based in the Cedar Rapids, IA area. The Commissioning Manager will own end-to-end commissioning delivery (Level 1-5), establish a scalable Cx program, manage teams and third-party agents, and act as the primary client-facing commissioning authority to ensure reliable, safe, and contract-compliant turnover of electrical and integrated systems.
Key Responsibilities- Commissioning Leadership: Lead planning, scheduling, coordination, and execution of all commissioning phases (Level 1-5) on assigned projects.
- Program Development: Establish a scalable commissioning program with SOPs, document control workflows, templates, and commissioning protocols tailored to mission-critical demands.
- Team Management: Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing commissioning team comprising internal staff and third-party agents; assign responsibilities and ensure alignment with project objectives.
- Client & Stakeholder Interface: Serve as primary commissioning point of contact for clients, engineers, GCs, and vendors; facilitate regular progress meetings and commissioning updates.
- Technical Review & Test Execution: Review electrical and mechanical designs for commissioning impact; develop and execute pre-functional and functional test plans, energization sequences, and integrated systems testing protocols.
- Load Banking & Energization Lead: Act as team leader for Load Banking and Energization activities, coordinating pre-planning, execution, and documentation with internal and external stakeholders.
- Documentation & Turnover: Ensure commissioning documentation (checklists, redlines, test scripts, issue logs, deficiency tracking, closeout reports) is organized, complete, and delivered for each contract.
- Safety & Quality: Enforce strict adherence to safety protocols during all commissioning phases; coordinate with Safety, QA/QC, and Field Operations to identify and mitigate commissioning risks.
- Continuous Improvement: Lead post-project reviews to capture lessons learned and incorporate feedback into updated commissioning standards and training for scalability.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Project Management, Field Operations, Safety, QA/QC, Engineering, and Clients through construction, turnover, and initial operations.
Required Qualifications- Experience: 8+ years of commissioning experience on mission-critical data center electrical systems, with demonstrated leadership of Levels 1-5 commissioning.
- Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of UPS, switchgear, switchboards, PDUs, transfer schemes, generators, ATS, BESS, mechanical interfaces, controls, and integrated systems testing.
- Certifications: CxA or similar commissioning certification preferred; electrical or engineering license a plus.
- Education: Associate or bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, construction management, or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- Project Experience: Proven track record leading load bank testing, energization sequences, and high-voltage commissioning on large-scale data center projects.
- Software & Documentation: Proficiency with commissioning software, MS Office, scheduling tools, and document control systems.
Core Skills and Competencies- Leadership: Team building, delegation, and stakeholder management.
- Communication: Clear client-facing communication, meeting facilitation, and technical reporting.
- Organization: Strong document control, test-plan development, and issue-tracking skills.
- Risk Management: Safety-first mindset with ability to identify, mitigate, and escalate commissioning risks.
- Problem Solving: Rapid troubleshooting during pre-functional, functional, and integrated systems tests.
- Adaptability: Ability to scale processes across multiple concurrent projects and adjust to evolving technical requirements.
Work Environment:- This position may require travel to various project sites.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing project requirements.
- Occasional evening and weekend work may be required to meet project deadlines.
Potential Hazards:- Outside most of the time
- Potential exposure to extreme cold and hot temperatures
- Manufacturing and refining environment
- Fit and move in confined spaces including tanks and vessels
- Limited working surfaces
- Exposure to noise above 85 decibels and intense odors
- Exposure to areas with limited visibility
- Climbing up and down stairs and ladders to both get in and out of trenches and up to elevated platforms (scaffolding at significant heights)
- Lifting necessary equipment and materials 1-50 pounds, 50% of the time on a monthly basis for required tasks
- Potential or Periodic amounts of time for the following:
- If driving is required, valid driver license and proof of insurability is required. All drivers are subject to a DMV background records search.
Essential Requirements:- Walking on uneven terrain, with an average of 2 miles per day
- Standing
- Sit, stoop, crawl, and kneel
- Use of respirator if position requires
- Driving if required to travel
BenefitsLoenbro offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and rewards to those who join our team:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay
- Life and disability insurance
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
Benefits eligibility may vary based on employment classification and hours worked.
