Commissioning CDU Deployment Manager, Data Centers

ABOUT FLUIDSTACK

At Fluidstack, we build the compute, data centers, and power that will fuel artificial superintelligence. We supply GWs of compute capabilities to the world’s biggest AI Labs at industry-defining speeds.

Our team is small, fast, and obsessed with quality. We own outcomes end-to-end, challenge assumptions, and treat our customers' problems as our own. No task is beneath anyone here.

There are a few thousand people who will shape the trajectory of superintelligence. Come and be one of them.

ABOUT THE ROLE

This role is responsible for leading Data Center CDU Installations and Commissioning in support of deployment deliverables, serving as the primary technical expert for liquid cooling systems throughout all commissioning phases (Level 1–5). You will perform and oversee installation, startup testing, and validation of cooling distribution units while acting as Owner Representative across multiple sites, coordinating with contractors, vendors, commissioning agents, and operations teams to develop and execute test scripts (FPTs, ISTs). You will also manage site inspections, safety enforcement, documentation, and issue tracking, and ensure a smooth handover to operations teams with full training and commissioning reports upon project completion.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Scope & Contract Management: Author CDU deployment scopes of work covering installation, commissioning, and acceptance criteria; project manage deployment contracts from award through closeout tracking deliverables, change orders, schedule milestones, and financial performance across multiple sites.
• Team Leadership & Site Management: Manage a team of onsite superintendents leading day-to-day CDU installation execution; set priorities, remove blockers, and ensure consistent site practices (inspections, safety enforcement, progress tracking, issue resolution) across all deployments.
• Stakeholder Coordination: Act as Owner's Representative for contractors and vendors across multiple sites; serve as the primary interface to deployment and capacity planning teams with regular updates on CDU schedule, readiness, risk, and milestone status.
• Vendor Performance & Standardization: Track CDU OEM and install contractor performance against KPIs (schedule adherence, quality, change order discipline) and drive corrective action when needed; enforce consistent install methods, checklists, and handover packages across sites so each new deployment benefits from prior site learnings.
• Commissioning Oversight: Oversee all commissioning phases for cooling distribution units through onsite superintendents and Cx agents, ensuring milestone gates (Level 1–5 https://www.google.com/search?q=Level+1-5&sca_esv=44ef909211c6f503&ei=BjE4adOrC8u6qtsP4OmZ2Qw&ved=2ahUKEwib-JXe2rCRAxVYm2oFHZV6LGsQgK4QegQIAxAB) are met prior to handover; coordinate with Commissioning Agents and Operations to develop, review, and support execution of test scripts (FPTs https://www.google.com/search?q=FPTs&sca_esv=44ef909211c6f503&ei=BjE4adOrC8u6qtsP4OmZ2Qw&ved=2ahUKEwib-JXe2rCRAxVYm2oFHZV6LGsQgK4QegQIAxAF, ISTs https://www.google.com/search?q=ISTs&sca_esv=44ef909211c6f503&ei=BjE4adOrC8u6qtsP4OmZ2Qw&ved=2ahUKEwib-JXe2rCRAxVYm2oFHZV6LGsQgK4QegQIAxAG) confirming systems meet design and operational requirements.
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain project records, issue logs, milestone tracking, and CDU commissioning reports; report status up to leadership and out to deployment stakeholders on a defined cadence.
• Handover: Provide technical support, training, and handover documentation to operations teams post-commissioning, ensuring all systems are complete and ready for service.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience: 5+ years in IT, data center operations, mechanical systems, HVAC, or liquid cooling for critical facilities/data centers
• Technical Degree in Mechanical Systems, Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, or related field. (Bachelor’s Preferred)
• In-depth knowledge of Installation, testing, and commissioning of cooling systems in data centers, with emphasis on high-density liquid cooling products, including chilled water loops, and process cooling.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, work with limited supervision and manage installing teams on day-to-day tasks.
• Creating and managing testing protocols and system documentation.
• Knowledge & experience with ASHRAE or BCxA commissioning guidelines preferred.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Testing & Validation: Conducting pre-site testing and on-site functional testing, electrical checks, and mechanical adjustments.
• Troubleshooting: Diagnosing and resolving issues during startup and providing ongoing system support.

BENEFITS

• Competitive total compensation package (cash + equity).
• Retirement or pension plan, in line with local norms.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous PTO policy, in line with local norms.

The base salary range for this position is $200,000 - $250,000 per year, depending on experience, skills, qualifications, and location. This range represents our good faith estimate of the compensation for this role at the time of posting. Total compensation may also include equity in the form of stock options.

We are committed to pay equity and transparency.

Fluidstack is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability and protected veterans’ status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Fluidstack will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records pursuant to applicable law.

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