Commissioning Manager I

Perform scope of work technical reviews and provide detailed comments and recommendations 

Develop commissioning specifications and create commissioning plans, checklists, and tests for collection and control systems 

Lead field visits, observe commissioning inspections and tests, and provide technical guidance 

Direct functional performance tests in the field, including creating the project’s commissioning plan and schedule 

Draft technical documents for issue resolutions, lessons learned, and best practices; write issue descriptions, meeting minutes, field reports, and final reports 

Conduct training sessions, communicate across disciplines for construction coordination, and resolve commissioning issues with contractors 

Collaborate with the scope team and Project Manager to verify scope intent and criteria; develop and maintain collaborative relationships 

Lead planning and execution of system tests, including NETA, SCADA, controls, and operations verification of mechanical, electrical, fire protection, and life safety systems; effectively lead internal meetings and manage team performance 

Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, Architectural, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, or 10 years of equivalent field experience 

Minimum six years of construction management or commissioning experience, preferably with an MEP Contractor or Commissioning firm 

Conceptual knowledge of key construction documents and their relationship to Project Management and Field Executions 

Excellent communication and client relationship skills 

Expert understanding of how design, construction, start-up, commissioning, and turnover align within the project delivery process 

Experience with key construction documents and their relationship to Quality Control/Quality Assurance (QA/QC) 

Understanding of Power Purchase Agreements (PPA) and interaction testing and turnover requirements 

Understanding of applicable design codes, design standards, and specification requirements, and ability to interpret them 

Proficiency in the commissioning process, L0-L5, and ability to relate construction deliverables to commissioning deliverables 

Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office, project management, and pertinent web applications; strong understanding of data-based commissioning tools like BIM360 

General understanding of building systems across disciplines and fundamental knowledge in at least one discipline such as HVAC, plumbing/piping, electrical, lighting, instrumentation, and controls, or building envelope systems 

Strong teamwork orientation, initiative, communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills 

Ability to work well in a team environment, including follow-through and constructive feedback 

Ability to communicate with individuals at all levels in the organization and project partners 

Ability to anticipate project work, delegate workload, and balance workload within a team 

Ability to evaluate risk, schedule impact, and safety for quality and commissioning-related activities 

Ability to interpret and communicate company policies, fulfill development to closeout responsibilities for complex projects 

Positive and professional attitude with strong customer service skills 

Active listening skills and effective communication, including openness to diverse input and feedback 

Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity, inclusive behaviors, and Affirmative Action plans 

Ability to travel up to 50% 

Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage  

Dental plan  

401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match  

Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves  

Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance  

No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources 

Tuition reimbursement  

Adoption Assistance   

Gym Membership Discount Program   

Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.  

Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.  

Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement. 

Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.