Job Description
Praetorian Power Protection, the leader in NETA testing and staff augmentation to the mission critical industry, is seeking a highly skilled Electrical Commissioning Superintendent to oversee and execute the commissioning of critical electrical systems within large-scale data center environments. The ideal candidate will bridge the gap between construction and operations, ensuring that all low-voltage and critical power systems are installed, tested, and performing according to rigorous design specifications and industry standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Direct the Level 1 through Level 5 (L1-L5) commissioning process, specifically focusing on the integration of low-voltage systems and critical power infrastructure.
- Manage the onsite testing of UPS systems, switchgear, PDU/RPP units, and EPMS/BMS integrations.
- Review design drawings, specifications, and submittals to ensure "buildability" and compliance with data center redundancy requirements (N+1, 2N).
- Coordinate the execution of scripts with the Commissioning Authority and associated vendors/subcontractors.
- Enforce strict NFPA 70E standards and electrical safety protocols during energized testing phases.
- Act as the primary liaison between the client, MEP contractors, and equipment vendors to maintain the project schedule and resolve technical roadblocks.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of 5+ years of professional experience in electrical commissioning or electrical construction management.
- Proven track record working specifically on Data Center projects or similar mission-critical facilities.
- Strong background in low voltage (LV) systems, including fire alarm, security, and controls/monitoring systems.
- Mastery of NETA testing standards and the ability to interpret protective relay settings and circuit breaker coordination studies.
- Education: A degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent journeyman-level field experience.
Preferred Skills
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety certification.
- Familiarity with commissioning software platforms (e.g., CxAlloy, Bluebeam, or Procore).
- Exceptional communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical issues for non-technical stakeholders.
What’s in it for you
- 5x10 schedule (the last 10 hours are overtime)
- 7 days per week per-diem
- 11 holidays with a floating holiday
- Medical, dental and vision
- PTO
- And more
- Minimum of 5+ years of professional experience in electrical commissioning or electrical construction management.
- Proven track record working specifically on Data Center projects or similar mission-critical facilities.
- Strong background in low voltage (LV) systems, including fire alarm, security, and controls/monitoring systems.
- Mastery of NETA testing standards and the ability to interpret protective relay settings and circuit breaker coordination studies.
- Education: A degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent journeyman-level field experience.
Preferred Skills
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety certification.
- Familiarity with commissioning software platforms (e.g., CxAlloy, Bluebeam, or Procore).
- Exceptional communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical issues for non-technical stakeholders.
