Senior Commissioning Manager

Job Title: Senior Commissioning Manager

Location: Multiple locations throughout the US

Salary: $125,000-$175,000 Bonus, Benefits, and Relocation Package If Needed

Skills: Commissioning processes, MEP infrastructure, Systems integration, Technical leadership, Project management

About the Construction Company / The Opportunity:

Join a leading organization in the construction industry, recognized for delivering premier-class automation and commissioning solutions for energy, life sciences, and critical infrastructure projects. This is an opportunity to provide strategic and technical leadership across complex and high-value commissioning programs in a collaborative, growth-focused company culture. As Senior Commissioning Manager, you’ll influence delivery standards, mentor technical teams, and ensure excellence at every stage of large-scale infrastructure projects, all while acting as a key client partner and subject matter expert.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee technical scope delivery for multiple concurrent commissioning projects, serving as the senior escalation point for complex engineering challenges.
• Lead commissioning planning and execution for large-scale or technically complex projects, including resource allocation and schedule development.
• Drive technical decision-making aligned with contract requirements, customer expectations, and organizational standards.
• Establish, enforce, and continuously improve commissioning quality standards, templates, and playbooks.
• Manage and execute FAT/SAT programs and test plan development across the portfolio to ensure methodological consistency and quality.
• Build and sustain client partnerships through technical advisory at executive and engineering levels.
• Mentor and develop commissioning team members, sharing technical expertise and supporting ongoing professional growth.
• Partner with Project Managers and senior leadership on portfolio scheduling, risk management, and governance, contributing to business development efforts where required.

Must-Have Skills:

• Deep expertise in commissioning processes, systems integration, and MEP infrastructure for large-scale or mission-critical construction projects.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology, or equivalent practical field experience.
• 10 years of technical experience, including 8 years focused on commissioning in data center or critical facilities environments.
• Experience leading multi-project commissioning programs and managing senior client relationships.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex technical information to varied audiences.
• Strong coaching, mentorship, and team development skills.
• PMP, CxA, or equivalent professional certification.
• Sound problem-solving, decision-making, and organizational skills with a commitment to quality, safety, and accountability.

Nice-to-Have Skills:

• Background in industrial automation, systems integration, or commissioning for data centers and critical infrastructure.
• Experience developing commissioning standards, internal training, or organizational playbooks.
• Familiarity with industry platforms such as CX Alloy, BIM 360, or similar commissioning documentation tools.
• Advanced proficiency in managing priorities, de-escalating complex technical or client conflicts, and supporting business development activities.
• Commitment to lifelong learning and adaptability in a dynamic project environment.