Commissioning Director

Microsoft

Hybrid

Quick summary

Work type
Hybrid
Location
Phoenix, AZ
Salary
$142,800–$274,800 / yr
Posted
19 days ago
Closes
Dec 5, 2026

Market check

Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $241k
This role $209k
$125k most similar roles pay here $309k

This role pays less than 72% of similar roles. Most pay $204,281–$278,262 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $209k versus about $241k for comparable roles.

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About Microsoft

Microsoft Corporation is a global technology leader producing software, hardware, and cloud services including Windows, Office 365, Azure cloud platform, Xbox gaming, and Surface devices. Industry: Software & Cloud Computing

Microsoft currently has 622 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Commissioning Director

The Commissioning Director for US West projects oversees program management and execution of data center commissioning in multiple locations, including San Jose, Reno, Phoenix, Wenatchee, Cheyenne, and San Antonio. This senior-level position involves managing a team of project commissioning managers to ensure compliance with Microsoft’s standards while streamlining the delivery of cutting-edge data center technology. Responsibilities include developing regional commissioning standards, approving budgets and contracts, conducting regular performance reviews, and coordinating with various stakeholders such as architects, engineers, and finance teams. The role requires expertise in safety protocols, program management, telecommunications, and mission-critical operations, along with strong leadership skills to drive team development and project success. Ideal candidates should have advanced degrees in engineering fields coupled with extensive experience in technical roles.

What you'll do

  • Manage and develop a team of project commissioning managers for data center projects.
  • Develop regional commissioning standards and support global standards implementation.
  • Oversee scope, schedule, and budget for multiple data center commissioning projects simultaneously.
  • Conduct routine 1-on-1 meetings and performance reviews to drive direct report development.
  • Travel to oversee and support ongoing construction project efforts in assigned regions.

What we're looking for

  • At least a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Materials, Reliability, or Electrical Engineering and 8+ years of technical engineering experience.
  • Experience managing multiple data center commissioning projects simultaneously.
  • Proven ability to develop and maintain regional and global commissioning standards.
  • Strong leadership skills for coaching and developing an effective team of project managers.
  • Expertise in program management, telecommunications, and mission critical operations.
  • Capability to estimate effort, budgets, and schedules for complex construction projects.

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