Senior Commissioning Manager Data Centers

Suffolk is a national enterprise that builds, innovates, and invests across the full project lifecycle, offering construction management, real‑estate investment, design, self‑perform construction, and technology start‑up investment. With more than $8 billion in annual revenue, 3,000 employees, and 17 offices nationwide, Suffolk delivers complex, transformative projects for clients in healthcare, life sciences, education, gaming, aviation, transportation, government, mission‑critical, and commercial sectors.

About the role

The Senior Commissioning Manager is responsible for overseeing the installation, commissioning, maintenance, and documentation of MEP assets and systems throughout the entire project lifecycle. The ideal candidate will have deep knowledge of building MEP systems, strong leadership abilities, and a commitment to project success.

Responsibilities

• Oversee, manage, and document all day‑to‑day commissioning activities, including OSHA safety compliance.
• Direct field personnel according to the project plan and Suffolk supervisory principles.
• Communicate issues, events, performance, and progress daily to the Project Manager.
• Report problems promptly to facilitate cost‑effective solutions.
• Establish effective working relationships with clients and Suffolk team members.
• Request advice and assistance from the General Superintendent on materials, sequencing, scheduling, and personnel.
• Supervision and Leadership: lead, direct, and coordinate subcontractors in Level 0‑through‑Level 5 commissioning of MEP systems; provide guidance, training, and mentoring; foster a culture of safety and quality; identify pre‑mobilization activities with the Project Executive, General Superintendent, and Project Manager.
• Technical Expertise: review and interpret project plans and specifications; troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during installation and commissioning; stay current with industry trends.
• Scheduling: develop start‑up schedule with the Project Manager; assist in implementing construction schedules in the field; establish and maintain the Project Baseline Schedule; update the schedule monthly and provide two‑week look‑ahead reports.
• Safety: ensure subcontractors attend safety pre‑construction meetings; verify subcontractors have required MSD sheets, site‑specific safety plans, and insurance documentation; conduct daily safety reviews and inspections; communicate clear safety expectations; adhere to Suffolk’s safety program requirements.
• Quality Management: insert project benchmarks into the baseline schedule; involve appropriate individuals in the Q‑Team; conduct first‑delivery and benchmark inspections per schedule; document and communicate inspection results; enforce quality control processes for MEP systems throughout commissioning; coordinate testing and validation of components with DDC controls.
• Subcontractor Management: organize job‑site documentation for easy access; manage subcontractor performance to quality and ethical standards; collaborate with the Project Manager to resolve personnel and process issues.
• Meeting Management: participate in project turnover, mobilization, coordination, weekly foreman, safety, monthly schedule review, subcontractor, closeout, and owner meetings.
• Administrative Management: complete daily reports; maintain logs of activities, files, and shop drawings; manage material delivery quality; maintain safety reporting and required files; keep as‑built drawings, drawing logs, and revision logs up to date.
• Project Closeout: manage subcontractor closeout, owner training, work list, and punch list.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of experience in MEP installation, commissioning, and maintenance.
• Strong technical knowledge of MEP systems and associated building automation systems.
• Familiarity with industry standards and codes such as ASHRAE, NEC, NFPA, etc.
• Extensive knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Proficiency with building information modeling (BIM) for coordination of mechanical, electrical, and other project systems.
• Ability to manage and embrace change, adapting to new processes and problem‑solving approaches.
• Excellent team development, leadership, and communication skills.
• Strong partnership ability with Project Managers and staff.
• Self‑motivated, confident, and capable of handling ambiguity and competing priorities.
• Sound business judgment to balance budget and construction processes.
• Exceptional organizational and management skills for subcontractor performance and detailed construction oversight.
• Problem‑solving aptitude with decisive action.
• Alignment with Suffolk’s Core Values: Passion, Integrity, Hard Work, Professionalism, and Caring.

Working Conditions

The role requires prolonged periods of sitting, frequent standing, walking, and reaching with arms and hands. Vision demands include close, distance, and depth perception. The employee will work primarily in an office environment with quiet to moderate noise levels, as well as on job sites.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries and auto allowances/gas cards for certain roles.
• Market‑leading medical, dental, vision, and mental‑health benefits, including virtual care options for physical therapy and primary care.
• Generous paid time off.
• 401(k) plan with employer match and access to expert financial resources.
• Company‑paid and voluntary life insurance.
• Tax‑deferred savings accounts.
• 10 backup daycare days per year.
• Short‑ and long‑term disability coverage.
• Commuter benefits.
• Additional wellness and support programs.