Commissioning Manager Assistant / Commissioning Agent

Texas / Data Center Project

Join a High-Impact Data Center Build

Are you looking to grow your career in commissioning and mission-critical construction? We're seeking a Commissioning Manager Assistant / Commissioning Agent to support a large-scale data center project in Texas.

In this role, you'll work directly with experienced commissioning leaders and cross-functional teams, gaining hands-on exposure to complex electrical and mechanical systems while helping drive projects across the finish line-from construction to full operations.

This is a contract-to-hire opportunity (6-9+ months) with benefits, offering a strong pathway for career growth within the rapidly expanding data center industry.

What You'll Do

• Support the planning, development, and execution of commissioning activities across critical building systems

• Assist in creating and maintaining commissioning plans, schedules, and readiness documentation

• Coordinate with construction, MEP, and commissioning teams to align activities with project milestones

• Help manage communication and deliverables with the owner's commissioning agent

• Participate in functional testing to verify system performance against design and operational requirements

• Track and help resolve deficiencies identified during testing and commissioning

• Support system readiness and turnover, ensuring a smooth transition into operations

• Attend key project meetings (OAC, coordination, trade meetings) and contribute to commissioning progress

• Maintain and update commissioning documentation, including:

• Checklists and test scripts

• Deficiency logs and turnover packages

• System readiness and completion tracking

• Help monitor and report progress metrics such as test results, issue resolution, and schedule alignment

• Collaborate in the field to verify that electrical and mechanical systems are properly installed and tested

• Assist with training site personnel on system operations and performance expectations

What You Bring

• High school diploma or GED required

• 1-3 years of construction field experience (commercial or data center strongly preferred)

• Basic knowledge of construction processes, scheduling, and safety practices

• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications

• Familiarity with electrical and/or MEP systems

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines

• Solid communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams

• Problem-solving mindset with attention to detail

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel and Word required)

Nice-to-Have (But Not Required)

• Associate degree or construction-related education

• Experience with data center environments or mission-critical systems

• Experience in electrical construction or MEP trades

• Familiarity with tools like Procore, CXAlloy, or similar platforms

• Advanced Excel skills (tracking logs, reporting, dashboards)

• Experience participating in construction coordination or OAC meetings

• Exposure to commissioning processes or supporting system testing

Work Environment

This position is based on site at a data center in Barstow, Texas, working closely with the Commissioning Manager, construction teams, and the owner's commissioning agent. The role is field-focused, requiring regular presence in active construction areas and equipment rooms, with exposure to typical construction site conditions such as noise, dust, and varying temperatures. Work involves frequent use of computers and software tools, including Microsoft Office, Procore, and CXAlloy, to manage documentation and reporting. The schedule follows standard construction project hours, with potential for extended hours as needed to support critical commissioning milestones. This is a contract-to-hire role with an expected duration of approximately 6-9 months, with the possibility of extension. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, six paid holidays, and at least one week of paid time off, with the opportunity to qualify for additional PTO if the contract is extended.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Barstow, Texas.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $70000.00 - $75000.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Barstow,Texas.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 29, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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