Commissioning Senior Project Manager

About the role

The Commissioning Senior Project Manager provides technical support and leadership to plan, schedule and execute full life cycle commissioning of critical facilities on a programmatic basis. This person participates in the MEP design review process and participates in functional testing of complex electrical and mechanical systems, with a focus on higher level programmatic details.

Responsibilities

• Manage all Elements of Commissioning Projects (50%)
  • Manage pre-construction elements including project initiation, kickoff, RFIs and submittals
  • Coordinate resource and material forecasting
  • Develop, manage and monitor schedule
  • Schedule and lead project meetings
  • Coordinate / perform QA / QC and Cx plans and specifications to ensure completion in accordance with the project scope and appropriate guidelines and manuals
  • Communicate and coordinate project staffing needs
  • Oversee start-up, cutover, pre-functional or functional testing and project closeout
  • Onboard project team for mobilization
  • Prepare project progress reports for internal and external stakeholders
  • Lead preparation of final commissioning report for submission to client
  • Develop testing plans and procedures for complex projects
  • Monitor and Control Project Financials (20%)
    • Prepare, forecast and monitor project budgets, profitability, margins, bill rates and utilization and maintain overall responsibility for the profitability of the project
    • Communicate with the client when additional fees / change orders are required
    • Identify potential project risks and develop / implement strategies to minimize impact and control deviations from estimated costs and project deadlines
  • Manage Stakeholder Relations (25%)
    • Prepare proposals, presentations and the overall marketing efforts of the firm
    • Promote firm, service and expertise to existing or potential clients
    • Maintain client relationship to ensure an ongoing positive relationship and work with clients to identify and develop new projects
    • Support contact for clients and build effective, long-term client relationships
    • Ensure client satisfaction through active communication
  • Perform On-site Commissioning Activities (5%)
    • On-site inspection, validation, functional testing, verification and troubleshooting of electrical and mechanical equipment
    • Use technical equipment to perform testing
    • Direct vendors / contractors in the execution of the testing

Requirements

• Knowledge of industry trends, project management and construction procedures and best practices
• Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership technique, and coordination of people and resources
• Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction mission critical, commercial buildings, or other structures
• Skilled in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail
• Skilled at managing personnel and material resources
• Ability to learn client and / or industry specific management software
• Ability to work successfully in a remote environment thru effective communication and organizational skills, self-motivation, proactiveness and resourcefulness in a distraction free workspace
• Ability to follow company and site safety requirements
• Ability to analyze and prepare documents, reports, and correspondence
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form (technical and non-technical information)
• Ability to communicate effectively directly with clients and at times serve as primary point of client contact
• Ability to work successfully as a member of a team and independently with moderate supervision
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with onsite and remote team members
• Ability to work under pressure and meet close deadlines
• Ability to effectively plan and delegate the work of others
• Ability to analyze complex information and develop plans to address identified issues
• Proficient at using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams), along with exceptional organizational skills for file management
• Organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

Physical Demands

• Frequent manipulation, movement or grasping small parts, devices or tools
• Frequent stationary position
• Frequent movement through office, critical facility and other environments (such as low temperatures, high temperatures and outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind), including tight and confined spaces
• Occasional descending / ascending stairs and ladders to access equipment
• Occasional positioning under or over equipment
• Occasional moving equipment weighing up to 50 pounds

Travel / Relocation Requirements

• Must have a valid driver’s license and ability to rent vehicles
• Initial travel up to 75%, then transitioning to 25%
• Must be located near a major airport
• Effective May 7, 2025, and in accordance with U.S. federal regulations for domestic air travel, a valid REAL ID (or an acceptable alternative, such as a passport) is required for travel associated with this position
• Travel may involve transportation by car or plane depending on the destination and nature of the business needs
• Travel is defined as physically leaving home on behalf of business activities including but not limited to client sites, meetings with other employees, meetings for business development purposes, running errands on behalf of the business, attending industry conferences, etc.
• Potential for international assignments
• Potential relocation opportunities may exist per project needs

Education / Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction or related discipline OR
• Two years’ experience with installation, hands-on testing, validation and troubleshooting of mechanical, controls and / or electrical infrastructure PLUS
• Minimum eight years’ additional experience with installation, hands-on testing, validation and troubleshooting of mechanical, controls and / or electrical infrastructure

Benefits

• Choice of comprehensive medical plans (including two PPO-style plans and a HDHP w/ HSA option)
• Flex spending accounts (FSA)
• Dental and vision plans
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits extended to spouse / domestic partner and dependent children up to age 26
• 401k with company match and self-directed brokerage account option
• PTO including additional paid time off during the last week of the year
• Company paid life insurance coverage for employees and their eligible dependents
• Short and long-term disability, AD&D coverage
• Professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement and professional licensing assistance
• Paid parental leave after one year of employment
• CO, CA, IL, NY, WA, and Washington DC residents only: In accordance with CO, CA, IL, NY, WA, and Washington DC law, the range provided is DLB's reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount may differ based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and location.

Notice To Third Party Agencies

DLB does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to DLB in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where DLB has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of DLB and DLB will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.