Electrical Commissioning Authority 2

GAI Consultants is seeking an experienced Electrical Commissioning Authority (CxA). Working under the direction of the Electrical Commissioning Lead, the CxA executes the hands-on electrical commissioning scope on assigned data center and building commissioning programs including: installation verification, energization support, functional performance testing, and integrated systems testing per the project Commissioning Plan, program checklists, and approved test procedures.

This role corresponds to the ACG Commissioning Technician (CxT) designation and is internally titled Technical Specialist per program standards. The Electrical CxA is not a supervisory role. This individual works independently on assigned scopes, exercises sound technical judgment, and communicates field conditions, deficiencies, and progress to the Electrical Lead daily. The CxAs will work within a team to ensure success of the project. s.

Key Responsibilities

Field Commissioning Execution

• Support L1 Factory Witness Testing: attend factory tests for electrical equipment and document performance against approved procedures
• Execute L2 installation verification and pre-energized checks: cable terminations and torque, conduit completeness, grounding and bonding, NETA testing review, relay and protection setting verification, and pre-energization acceptance
• Support L3 energized checks and startups under the Electrical Lead: switchgear energization, generator startup, UPS/PDU commissioning, ATS/STS initial testing, and EPMS point-to-point verification
• Execute L4 functional performance testing: UPS static and dynamic transfer, generator load bank testing, ATS/STS transfer sequencing, EPMS alarm setpoint validation, and power quality measurements
• Participate in L5 Integrated Systems Testing: execute assigned electrical test scripts, observe cross-system responses, and document results accurately

Documentation & Reporting

Complete all pre-energization checklists, startup records, and functional test forms accurately in the field; transfer to program documentation platform on the same day as testing

• Maintain a daily field report (DCR) documenting activities, personnel, equipment tested, deficiencies, and safety conditions
• Record electrical deficiencies and non-conformances to the Issues Log with description, location, responsible party, and supporting photos within 24 hours
• Support assembly of L6 turnover documentation including test records, relay setting sheets, as-commissioned equipment data, and deferred test logs

Coordination & Communication

• Coordinate daily field activities with electrical subcontractor foremen, generator, switchgear, and UPS OEM technicians, and the GC field superintendent
• Communicate field observations, deficiencies, and schedule conflicts to the Electrical Lead promptly; attend commissioning coordination meetings as directed
• Support the Electrical Lead in witnessing AHJ electrical inspections and utility coordination activities

Safety

• Comply fully with NFPA 70E on every assignment: wear appropriate arc flash PPE, maintain current training, and never perform energized work without a completed energized work permit and qualified worker authorization
• Observe all LOTO procedures; verify absence of voltage before any de-energized work; never energize equipment without confirmed authorization from the Electrical Lead and GC superintendent
• Report unsafe electrical conditions, improper installations, or LOTO violations immediately to the Electrical Lead and GC safety representative

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Up to 65% travel; sustained work in energized electrical environments with full NFPA 70E PPE compliance; confined spaces, heights, temperature extremes, and elevated noise
• Occasionally lift up to 50 lbs; climb ladders and stairs up to 12 floors; available for extended hours during critical testing milestones; valid driver's license required
• Sustained work in energized electrical environments requiring full PPE compliance with NFPA 70E at all times
• Ability to work in confined spaces, at heights, and in environments with elevated noise levels, temperature extremes, and limited lighting
• Availability to work extended hours, nights, and weekends during critical testing milestones and owner acceptance events
• Frequently required to sit for prolonged periods of time
• Occasionally required to stand, walk, climb stairs up to 12 floors, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl

GAI's commissioning practice operates on a 2-week field rotation followed by 1 week at home, with straight-time overtime paid for