Commissioning Manager

Description

• Manage day-to-day site commissioning activities and collaborate with project managers, contractors, and discipline teams to resolve commissioning issues and ensure coordinated execution.
• Oversee planning and execution of specialized system tests, including NETA, SCADA, controls integration, and operational verification.
• Review commissioning scripts, provide technical recommendations, and ensure alignment with project design intent and performance objectives.
• Maintain accurate and timely technical documentation, including issue logs, meeting minutes, field reports, and final commissioning reports.
• Lead Owner training on commissioned systems, providing expert guidance on system operation, performance expectations and potential failure scenarios.
• Actively participate in factory witness testing, functional performance tests, inspections, and field verification activities.
• In conjunction with owner's Commissioning Provider, develop and execute comprehensive commissioning plans for all MEP/FP systems, including test requirements, inspections, factory start-up and acceptance testing, integrated system testing, and turnover documentation.

Requirements

• Must have the ability to travel to project sites within the Greater Chicago Area or as required.
• Experience in QA/QC processes and test and balance requirements to ensure optimal system performance and commissioning readiness.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, project management tools, and data-based commissioning platforms such as BIM360 & applications such as CxAlloy.
• Strong communication, technical writing, time management and interpersonal (tact, diplomacy, influence) skills essential.
• Ability to assess risk, schedule impact, and safety considerations related to commissioning activities.
• 5–10 years of experience in construction or engineering, with a focus on commissioning, preferably with a general contractor, MEP engineering firm, or consultancy. Data center experience is required.
• Strong meeting facilitation skills, with the ability to document and follow up on action items effectively.
• Nationally recognized Commissioning certifications are highly preferred, including CxP, BCxP (ASHRAE), CxA (ACG), CCP (BCxA), or QCxP (University of Wisconsin). Applicants currently pursuing certification or planning to do so are also encouraged to apply.
• Strong understanding of construction practices, and commissioning phases (L0–L6), with the ability to align deliverables to milestone requirements.
• Proven experience integrating fire/life safety systems with MEP/FP Systems.
• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, Electrical, or Civil Engineering, or Construction Management or equivalent trade experience.
• Thorough understanding of design codes, standards, and specifications.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance