Commissioning Manager

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way .   Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong.  Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.    The  Commissioning Subject Matter Expert (SME)  is a senior technical authority responsible for providing  commissioning leadership  across the delivery of  data center and mission‑critical projects The role represents the  client’s operational and reliability interests , ensuring that all building systems are  installed, tested, integrated, and validated  to meet performance, resilience, redundancy, safety, and compliance requirements. The Commissioning SME supports projects from  early design and commissioning strategy development through construction, Integrated Systems Testing (IST), operational readiness, and handover , with a strong focus on  technical governance, systems integration, risk management, and performance assurance  in fast‑track environments. Key Responsibilities undefined Commissioning Leadership & Project Delivery Provide end‑to‑end commissioning technical oversight across data center projects from early design through handover and operational readiness. Act as the commissioning technical authority , advising the client on commissioning strategies, sequencing, risks, and technical options. Develop, review, and manage the project commissioning plan in alignment with Employer’s Requirements (ERs), operational objectives, and resilience criteria. Support development and implementation of commissioning strategies aligned with program, phasing, live environment constraints, and reliability targets. Design Review & Technical Governance Review design documentation to ensure systems are  commissionable, testable, and operable , including: Mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems ELV, BMS, EPMS, DCIM, and control systems Fire detection, suppression, and life safety systems CSA interfaces impacting commissioning and access Ensure commissioning requirements are embedded in design specifications, sequences of operation, and control narratives. Verify compliance with: Local codes and authority requirements International standards and guidelines (e.g., ASHRAE, CIBSE, NFPA, IEC, ISO) Client data center commissioning and reliability standards (e.g., Uptime Institute, client-specific protocols) Participate in design reviews, technical workshops, constructability, and value engineering sessions with a commissioning focus. Construction Oversight, Quality & Compliance Provide commissioning oversight during construction to ensure systems are installed in accordance with approved designs and commissioning requirements. Review and approve commissioning-related submittals, including: Pre-functional checklists (PFCs) Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) Site Acceptance Tests (SATs) Commissioning procedures and scripts Conduct site inspections and readiness reviews to verify installation completeness prior to testing. Support resolution of commissioning-related RFIs, non‑conformances, and field changes. Monitor commissioning execution quality, documentation, and adherence to approved test protocols. Support punch list management and commissioning close‑out activities. Interface Management & Coordination Coordinate closely with: MEP, ELV, IT, and CSA teams to ensure end‑to‑end system integration Contractors, vendors, and OEMs for testing, sequencing, and validation Commissioning authorities, third‑party testers, and client operations teams Ensure effective coordination of commissioning activities within construction and