Commissioning Director

Job Description

Overview

Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company®, shortening the path to connectivity to enable the innovations that enrich our work, life and planet.

A place where bold ideas are welcomed, human connection is valued, and everyone has the opportunity to shape their future.A career at Equinix means being at the center of shaping what comes next and amplifying customer value through innovation and impact. 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.

Responsible 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.

US 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. Equinix 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 .

Equinix 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.

: An Employee Assistance program is available to all employees.

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Responsibilities

Project Management
Creates and implements multi-facility, standards-based commissioning plans and schedules
Assesses, recommends and implements industry best practices into new and existing Critical Environment Programs
Communicates effectively with both business operations and construction managers on a monthly basis
Responsible for regional, long-term pipeline management to inform resource planning
Executes commissioning through a structured, stage‑gated delivery model, using defined commissioning levels and objective readiness criteria to inform decisions and progression.
Liaises with internal construction managers and external general contractors on the planning and execution of all commissioning activities
Develops and maintains commissioning logs, equipment checklist, and other tools to track commissioning projects
Responsible for input into the project budget for all commissioning activities
Develops and issues customer-facing reports
Interacts with and presents to key customers on progress against commissioning plans and achievement of Ready for Sales (RFS) dates

Qualifications

As 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.

Preferred Qualifications

10+ years of data center commissioning experience preferred
5+ years leadership experience in a mission-critical environment preferred
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering / Mechanical Engineering preferred

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