Commissioning & Startup Manager (Mission Critical)

About the Role

As a Commissioning & Startup Manager in Clark Technologies, the Commissioning Manager verifies that designed, installed, and tested systems and equipment satisfy specified performance criteria and meet the client’s operational requirements. This position is responsible for client satisfaction, project execution, business development support, and travel related to commissioning assignments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the commissioning process from project initiation through turnover, coordinating owners, design teams, contractors, vendors, and testing providers to ensure successful project delivery.
• Develop Commissioning Plans and Commissioning Reports.
• Review Owner's Project Requirements (OPR) and Basis of Design (BOD) documents and verify alignment with project commissioning objectives.
• Perform commissioning‑focused reviews.
• Maintain commissioning issues logs and coordinate resolution of identified deficiencies.
• Perform periodic construction site observations and verify completion of equipment startup activities.
• Develop functional performance test scripts and procedures.
• Review and validate contractor, vendor, and third‑party testing reports; verify completeness of project turnover documentation.
• Review, coordinate, and support development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Methods of Procedure (MOPs) for critical facility operations and commissioning activities.
• Perform fundamental and enhanced commissioning, field energy audits, and energy analysis on rates and cost savings.
• Identify and document energy‑efficiency project opportunities.
• Support management of external resources as needed.
• Interface with clients, contractors, equipment vendors, testing providers, and internal project teams.
• Provide training to plant operations on newly installed controls and systems.
• Prepare project proposals, budget estimates, progress reports, and cost‑tracking reports.
• Prepare monthly pay applications and review projection reports.
• Record and manage equipment and material deliveries.
• Develop strategy for personnel development and recruiting.
• Establish and maintain customer relationships; accurate forecasting of costs for job completion.
• Implement quality assurance and quality control plans and execution.
• Identify issues to project executives as required to ensure project success.
• Review and approve preliminary schedules, financial projections, and cost‑to‑complete.
• Ensure construction site rules and procedures are implemented and followed; coordinate with safety manager to meet safety goals.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate or graduate degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, a related discipline, or equivalent relevant work experience.
• 5+ years of construction experience required; experience with a general contractor is highly preferred.
• Alignment to Clark Standards of Excellence: self‑motivated, results‑oriented, adaptable, team player, accountable, ethical, innovative, resilient, relationship‑builder, people/teams developer, follower‑builder, direction‑setter, and executor.

Physical Demands

This is an active, hands‑on role. You will be on your feet frequently, navigating active job sites with uneven terrain, stairs, ladders, and hoists. The work is physically demanding and requires a full range of motion, including bending, kneeling, and reaching. You must be comfortable lifting and carrying materials up to 25 lb regularly and occasionally up to 50 lb. The role also requires effective communication, visual acuity for reading plans and inspecting work, and periods of desk work involving prolonged sitting for computer tasks, document review, and meetings.

Work Environment

You will spend a significant amount of time on active construction sites, adapting to all weather conditions, moderate to loud noise levels, elevated or confined work areas with moving mechanical equipment, and the fast‑paced nature of a project in progress. Additional time will be spent in a typical office setting with moderate noise levels. Safety is a top priority; you are expected to follow Clark Construction’s safety policies, procedures, and all applicable laws at all locations.

Culture

This is a demanding, high‑performance environment. Candidates should be energized by challenge, thrive under pressure, and be prepared to do what it takes to achieve exceptional results. Success requires significant commitment, flexibility to work extended hours during critical phases or client deadlines, and responsiveness to time‑sensitive matters or emergencies (phone calls, emails, texts). Managing these expectations and being responsive when critical issues arise is key to personal and team success.

Compensation

Base salary range: $85,000 – $185,000. Compensation may vary outside of this range based on education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The total compensation package includes base salary, bonus potential, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement/401(k) with company contribution
• Life insurance
• Commuter benefits
• Short‑ and long‑term disability
• Fitness reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Back‑up daycare
• Tutoring & family support benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) / Work‑Life assistance
• Holiday contribution program