Commissioning Manager – Turnkey Chiller Plant

About the role

The Commissioning Manager is responsible for planning, executing, and documenting the commissioning process for the turnkey installation of two fully operational 21,000-ton chiller plants. This role ensures that all mechanical, electrical, controls, and life-safety systems are installed, tested, and commissioned to meet contractual performance criteria, reliability requirements, energy efficiency targets, safety standards, and all applicable codes and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the comprehensive Commissioning Plan aligned with project scope, contract requirements, and owner expectations
• Coordinate commissioning activities across mechanical, electrical, controls, and safety systems
• Review design documents, equipment submittals, and control sequences for commissioning readiness
• Lead and oversee startup activities for major equipment including chillers, cooling towers, pumps, electrical systems, and controls
• Develop and execute Functional Performance Tests (FPTs) to verify system operation under all modes, loads, and failure scenarios
• Verify energy efficiency and performance metrics in accordance with contract requirements and applicable standards (ASHRAE, AHRI)
• Ensure commissioning activities comply with OSHA, NFPA, NEC, ASME, ASHRAE, and local AHJ requirements
• Maintain complete commissioning documentation including test procedures, results, deficiency logs, and corrective actions

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical discipline
• Minimum 10–15 years of experience in commissioning, startup, or systems integration for large mechanical or industrial facilities
• Demonstrated experience commissioning large-scale chiller plants, central utility plants, or district energy systems
• Strong technical knowledge of high-capacity chillers, cooling towers, pumps, piping systems, and building automation
• In-depth understanding of applicable codes and standards
• Proven experience on turnkey or EPC projects
• Certified Commissioning Professional (CCP), BCxP, or equivalent preferred