Director of Commissioning

Meade is seeking a Director of Commissioning with deep electrical and mechanical expertise to lead Meade’s commissioning strategy, standards, and delivery for mission-critical data center projects. This role reports to the CEO or VP and works closely with the Project Manager and Senior Engineers. This leadership role is accountable for setting enterprise/regional strategy and standards for all commissioning activities. The ideal candidate is a decisive, communicative leader, strategic by default and hands-on when needed, capable of resolving complex field challenges while building a scalable, high-performing practice that supports Meade’s long-term growth. Travel required based on project needs.

Responsibilities

Establish and enforce organization-wide commissioning policies, templates, standards, and quality benchmarks; Develop high-level Commissioning Plans focused on strategy, budget, and project-wide objectives; Define and monitor KPIs, risk frameworks, and alignment with executive business objectives; Lead talent strategy and succession planning, including building bench strength across regions; Represent the organization in C-level client negotiations, relationship management, and critical escalations; Provide executive-level oversight and strategic direction for the entire data center commissioning program (L1–5), ensuring alignment with organizational goals and mission-critical requirements; Lead high-level stakeholder engagement, program-level risk management, and resolution of major escalations; Lead, develop, and deploy commissioning teams, including staffing, utilization, and succession planning; Champion organizational standards, cross-functional collaboration, and continuous improvement across the commissioning program; Negotiate master service agreements with key vendors; Own financial performance, including forecasting, utilization, margins, invoicing, and profitability; Approve major deliverables, resource allocation, and handover decisions; Define, monitor, and report on project KPIs and performance metrics; Serve as the primary technical authority for commissioning of complex MEP systems; Define, standardize, and enforce commissioning methods, quality standards, safety practices, and regulatory compliance (NEC, ASHRAE, NFPA, etc.); Act as the primary escalation point for critical technical, safety, or client issues; Partner with the Project Manager to ensure projects stay on schedule and within budget; Engage directly in execution, system startup, and troubleshooting for critical issues as needed; Translate project performance and lessons learned into operational improvements; Maintain senior-level client relationships and represent the commissioning practice on major accounts; Support business growth through pursuits, proposals, scoping, and client interviews

Requirements

12+ years of progressive experience in commissioning, building engineering, or MEP construction, with at least 7 years in progressive leadership roles overseeing teams, budgets, and strategic operations; Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or a related engineering discipline; Demonstrated technical expertise across complex MEP systems, including HVAC, CRAC/CRAH units, chillers, boilers, UPS, generators, medium-voltage electrical systems, BMS, and control sequences; Proven experience owning financial performance (margins, utilization, forecasting, and profitability) for commissioning operations or engineering services; Strong working knowledge of industry codes and standards (NEC, ASHRAE, NFPA, IEEE, etc.) and commissioning best practices; Demonstrated success leading multidisciplinary teams in high-stakes, high-pressure environments; Excellent communication and influence skills with the ability to engage C-level stakeholders, clients, and internal executives; Proficiency in MS Office Suite; Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States; Travel required based on project needs

Nice to have

Master’s degree preferred; data center or mission-critical projects preferred; Certified Commissioning Professional (CCP), CxA, or equivalent certification preferred; Professional Engineer (PE) license in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering; Direct experience leading commissioning programs for hyperscale data centers or large technology clients; Multi-region or national program leadership experience, including scaling teams and operational models; Background in developing commissioning standards, training programs, and process improvements; Familiarity with various construction delivery methods and commissioning integration across project phases; Experience with Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Revit, and commissioning management software such as CxAlloy

Benefits

medical; dental; vision; life insurance; disability coverage; 401(k); paid time off; paid holidays; other company-sponsored benefits