Wassim Chehaze

Background

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.