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You’ll work across teams, influence key decisions, and help shape the path forward. You’ll find belonging, purpose, and a team that welcomes you-because when you feel valued, you’re empowered to do your best work.\nJob Description\nJob Summary\nResponsible for the planning and coordinating of the commissioning for xScale in large-scale greenfield data centers across multiple campuses in the Americas region. Responsible for the development and creation of best practice documentation globally and reporting.\nResponsibilities\nProject Management\nCreates and implements multi-facility, standards-based commissioning plans and schedules\nAssesses, recommends and implements industry best practices into new and existing Critical Environment Programs\nCommunicates effectively with both business operations and construction managers on a monthly basis\nResponsible for regional, long-term pipeline management to inform resource planning\nExecutes commissioning through a structured, stage-gated delivery model, using defined commissioning levels and objective readiness criteria to inform decisions and progression.\nLiaises with internal construction managers and external general contractors on the planning and execution of all commissioning activities\nDevelops and maintains commissioning logs, equipment checklist, and other tools to track commissioning projects\nResponsible for input into the project budget for all commissioning activities\nReviews electrical and mechanical Functional Performance Test procedures and Factory Witness Test procedures\nCustomer Interface\nDevelops and issues customer-facing reports\nInteracts with and presents to key customers on progress against commissioning plans and achievement of Ready for Sales (RFS) dates\nActs as point of contact for customer escalations throughout the commissioning process\nProcess Management\nAnalyses processes, develop process documentation, and develops commissioning programs and procedures that are globally applicable\nProvides feedback to senior management for the continuous improvement of the global commissioning process\nDevelops standardized schedules and commissioning scopes based on industry best practices and specific customer contract requirements\nReporting\nResponsible for all internal and external progress reporting for all projects during the commissioning phase, in coordination with construction director\nPrepares commissioning test procedures and reports\nWrites comprehensive reports that include recommendations for optimizing building operations, functional checklists, list of deficiencies, equipment operation and maintenance manuals\nResponsible for collating historical data regarding specific equipment start-up and testing challenges and reporting back to all Owner Furnished Contractor Installed (OFCI) equipment vendors\nManages internal tools and data analytics/metrics reporting\nVendor Management\nDefines the appropriate feedback methodology to implement in order to provide vendors with feedback and opportunities for improvement\nResponsible for production of project-specific commissioning RFPs and responding to bid clarifications\nResponsible for levelling and recommending commissioning consultant award\nLeads and manages external resources\nSchedules and directs periodic commissioning meetings\nDetermines vendor KPIs and conducts lessons learned reviews\nQualifications\n10+ years of data center commissioning experience preferred\n5+ years leadership experience in a mission-critical environment preferred\nBachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering / Mechanical Engineering preferred\nThe targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are:\nUnited States - CA Bay Area : 213,000 - 319,000 USD / Annual\nUnited States - Other posted locations not specifically listed : 177,000 - 265,000 USD / Annual\nUnited States - CA Non-Bay Area, AK, CT, DC, IL, MD, MA, NJ, NY, VA, WA : 195,000 - 293,000 USD / Annual\nOur pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full-time position determined by role, level, and location.The pay range shown is based on our compensation structure in place at the time of posting and may be updated periodically based on business needs. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training.\nThe targeted pay range listed reflects the base pay only and does not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Employees are eligible for bonus, and equity may be offered depending on the position.\nEquinix Benefits\nAs an employee, you become important to Equinix’s success. We ensure all your benefits are in line with our core values: competitive, inclusive, sustainable, connected and efficient. We keep them competitive within the current marketplace to ensure we’re providing you with the best package possible. So, wherever you are in your career and life, you’ll be able to enhance your experience and bring your whole self to work.\nEmployee Assistance Program: An Employee Assistance program is available to all employees.\n\nUS Benefits: - Insurance: You may enroll in health, life, disability and voluntary plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members. - Retirement: You and Equinix may contribute to a retirement plan to help you plan for your financial future. - Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays: You will receive an accrued amount of PTO each pay period along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific plan or program terms.\nEquinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.\nEquinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.\nWe use artificial intelligence in our hiring process. 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