Director, Commissioning
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Job Summary
Req Id:431515
Connection is everything. It drives us to innovate explore and stay close to what matters to us most. At Bell were building a more connected future through world-class networks AI-powered solutions and digital experiences that elevate how people live work and play every day.
We believe in empowering people. Thats why we equip our teams with cutting-edge technology AI tools and a collaborative environment that supports creativity and growth. Want to be part of a diverse team where your work makes a real impact If youre inspired by innovation that advances how people connect and transforms whats possible you belong on #TeamBell.
On the Bell Business Markets team youll be a vital part of making innovation happen for enterprise-scale customers. Youll deliver advanced solutions in areas such as IoT Mobility/5G Cloud Cyber Security Voice Collaboration & Contact Centre and Internet & Private Networks.
At Bell your skills and expertise will help set us apart as we continue to be the leading provider of digital connections and next generation services to businesses and governments.
Summary
Bells AI Fabric initiative is pioneering a secure sovereign AI compute network across Canada. This ambitious portfolio features seven large-scale high-density data centers anchored by a 500 MW British Columbia supercluster and a 300 MW flagship site in Regina Saskatchewan.
As Cx Commissioning Director you will own the commissioning program at the portfolio leveldefining the Cx methodology standards and governance that every site executes against to ensure each facility is validated resilient and operational-ready. Rather than commissioning a single building youll establish the repeatable fleet-wide framework (FAT SAT integrated systems testing Levels 15) that guarantees consistent mission-critical quality across all builds as the program scales.
Key Responsibilities
- Own the enterprise commissioning (Cx) program strategy across the national data centre portfolio establishing standardized methodology standards and playbooks.
- Define fleet-wide commissioning frameworksFAT SAT integrated systems testing (IST) and Levels 15to ensure consistent repeatable handover-ready outcomes.
- Provide program-level oversight and technical governance to site-level MEP/Cx leaders and commissioning agents ensuring alignment to standards and lessons learned.
- Establish and manage the commissioning agent (CxA) vendor strategy at the portfolio level standardizing scopes quality expectations and master agreements.
- Own Cx program-level scheduling resourcing and reporting providing roll-up visibility across concurrent site commissioning efforts to Capital Programs leadership.
- Define quality assurance and validation standards for power cooling and resiliency/redundancy systems to mission-critical performance thresholds.
- Drive program-level Cx risk management change governance and interdependency management across sites escalating systemic issues proactively.
- Establish operational readiness and turnover standards ensuring seamless consistent handover from construction to operations across the fleet.
- Partner cross-functionally with engineering site construction program controls and operations to integrate commissioning into the broader program lifecycle.
- Build mentor and scale the commissioning program function as the national program grows
Critical Qualifications
- 15 years of commissioning leadership on large-scale capital programs with direct experience across multiple hyperscale or mission-critical data centres (100MW / multi-site portfolios preferred).
- Proven track record establishing commissioning standards methodologies and governance at a program or portfolio levelnot just single-site execution.
- Deep expertise across the full commissioning lifecycle (FAT SAT IST Levels 15) and operational readiness/turnover.
- Strong technical understanding of data centre M&E systemspower cooling (including high-density/liquid cooling) redundancy and resiliency.
- Experience defining and managing commissioning agent (CxA) vendor strategies and standardized scopes across a fleet.
- Strong command of program-level scheduling resourcing and reporting (e.g. Primavera P6) across concurrent efforts.
- Demonstrated ability to build and mature a commissioning program function from a formative stage.
- Exceptional stakeholder management and executive presence able to influence and challenge senior engineering construction and executive leaders.
- Degree in Mechanical Electrical or related Engineering discipline; . PMP/PgMP and commissioning certification (e.g. ACG/CxA BCxP) strongly preferred.
- Willingness to travel nationally between build locations and fabrication facilities as the portfolio scales.
Adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec.
Additional Information:
Position Type: Management
Job Status:Regular - Full Time
Job Location: Canada : Alberta : Calgary
Work Arrangement: Hybrid
Application Deadline: 08/14/2026
For work arrangements that are Hybrid successful candidates must be based in Canada and report to a set Bell office for a minimum of 3 days a week. Recognizing the importance of work-life balance Bell offers flexibility in work hours based on the business needs.
Please apply directly online to be considered for this role. Applications through email will not be accepted.
We know that caring for our team members is at the heart of a healthy positive and thriving workplace. As part of our team youll enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes a competitive salary and a wide range of benefits to support the well-being of you and your family. As soon as you join us youll be eligible for medical dental vision and mental health benefits that you can tailor to your specific needs. Plus as a Bell team member youll enjoy a 35% discount on our services and access exclusive offers from our partners.
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