Senior Commissioning Construction Manager I

Position Title:  Senior Commissioning Construction Manager I

Position Location:  Location varies by assignment. 75–100% travel across the U.S. unless assigned to an extended project. Must be located near a major US airport.

Job Summary

The Senior Commissioning Construction Manager I (Senior CxCMI) is a seasoned professional and trusted resource who serves as the owner’s and/or contractor’s representative throughout all phases of the commissioning process (L1–L5). This individual combines deep technical knowledge with advanced coordination and leadership across mechanical, electrical, and controls commissioning for mission-critical environments.

As a senior technical leader, the Senior CxCMI translates client and organizational goals into commissioning strategies and tactical execution plans across multiple projects. This role provides subject matter expertise in mission-critical system readiness and serves as an advisor to clients and internal leadership on operational optimization and program performance.

The Senior CxCMI is self-directed on day-to-day work and receives high level instruction on new projects, tasks or assignments. Will execute and lead teams and projects, tasks or assignments of complex scope.  May coordinate activities of other personnel.

Essential Functions

Strategic Leadership & Execution

• Translate organizational strategy and client objectives into actionable commissioning plans that drive project success.

• Lead multi-disciplinary teams through commissioning phases across one or more complex or concurrent projects.

• Mentor and develop junior commissioning staff and field engineers, fostering a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.

• Anticipate and resolve complex issues using professional judgment and creative problem-solving.

Construction Management, Owner Advocacy & Project Oversight

• Serve as the owner’s and/or contractor’s on-site representative ensuring adherence to project commissioning standards, QA/QC plans, and schedule objectives.

• Lead multidisciplinary teams in the execution of complex commissioning scopes, balancing technical, safety, and business priorities.

• Drive proactive issue identification, escalation, and resolution to prevent schedule or scope impacts.

• Represent the client in contractor and vendor meetings, enforcing commissioning deliverables and performance criteria.

• Advise project management and design teams on risk mitigation strategies and change control related to commissioning activities.

Commissioning Leadership (L1–L5 Focus)

• Direct and coordinate all levels of commissioning activities—pre-functional, functional, integrated systems testing, and acceptance.

• Validate that field activities, issue tracking, and documentation align with the client’s commissioning plan and QA/QC standards.