Wassim Chehaze
Mechanical Subject Matter Expert Sme Data Center Engineering & Delivery @Microsoft
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WORK HISTORY
Mechanical Subject Matter Expert Sme Data Center Engineering & Delivery @Microsoft
QC, CA
Led design execution, construction admin, and commissioning for hyperscale data centers in Quebec Metro, overseeing mechanical, BAS, plumbing from IFC to operation—aligning with MS standards, ASHRAE 90.1, codes; optimizing scalability, speed, efficiency.Partnered with internal (DCE, Cost, Energy, etc.) & external (GCs, AE, Hydro-Québec) teams to define reqs, align cross-functionally, integrate sustainability/resiliency; secured grants via optimized energy apps.Owned change mgmt & value eng for scopes (e.g, HVAC opt, sound wall, subdrain); captured savings, defended claims, achieved efficiencies; mitigated risks.Reviewed RFIs, conducted weekly site reviews/reports, enforced QA/QC (tracking, submittals, AHU checklists) across sites; reduced rework, accelerated readiness.Supported closeout/as-builts, reviewed commissioning scripts/reports (UPS, AHUs, etc.), validated perf; enhanced eff by opt AHU testing (3MW to 500kW reduction), embedded standards.Implemented improvements/opt/tradeoffs: std DRB w/RFI analysis, resolved clashes, dev scalable AHU lift plan adopted/shared.Awarded MS 2025 Safety Excellence for proactive mitigation: inspections, duct/seismic/fire issues; fostered excellence/accountability.Traveled sites, thrived in fast-pace: turned ambiguity to plans, led w/o authority, aligned visions, influenced execs on infra strategy.
EDUCATION
Lebanese University
Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Polytechnique Montréal
Professional Master's Degree in Energy Engineering
ABOUT WASSIM CHEHAZE
Seasoned Mechanical Engineer and Data Center SME with expertise in mission-critical infrastructure design, execution, and optimization for hyperscale environments. Passionate about building resilient, scalable systems that power cutting-edge technologies, I thrive at the intersection of technical strategy, operations, and cross-functional collaboration—driving projects from concept through commissioning while balancing speed, cost, and sustainability. At Microsoft, as Mechanical SME for Data Center Engineering & Delivery, I lead design execution, construction administration, and commissioning across multiple hyperscale projects in Quebec. Overseeing mechanical, BAS, and plumbing scopes from IFC to turnover, I ensure alignment with standards like ASHRAE 90.1, provincial codes, and business goals. Key achievements include securing energy grants through optimized efficiency plans, owning change management and value engineering to capture savings and mitigate risks, and enforcing QA/QC via standardized reviews, RFI responses, and site inspections—reducing rework and accelerating deployment. Proficient in BIM and design software, I excel in reviewing commissioning scripts, validating performance, and implementing tradeoffs for schedule/performance/cost. Awarded for safety excellence, I\'ve fostered accountability in fast-paced settings, resolving ambiguities into structured plans and leading teams.
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