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About the Role

CAI is seeking a Commissioning Project Manager to oversee and drive the commissioning process for capital construction and operational readiness & excellence projects from design through post occupancy. This role involves leading diverse, complex projects across life sciences, semiconductors, battery manufacturing, and other mission-critical industries, ensuring timely delivery within scope and aligned with client expectations.

Responsibilities

Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of the commissioning process for capital projects, ensuring alignment with scope, schedule, and budget requirements.
Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, resource allocations, risk assessments, and communication strategies.
Coordinate and manage the commissioning team, and lead coordination with project stakeholders including engineers, construction managers, design engineers, technicians, and clients.
Monitor project performance, proactively identifying risks, troubleshooting issues, and implementing solutions to ensure a successful commissioning process.
Track and report on project deliverables, milestones, and financial performance to leadership and clients.
Ensure compliance with quality standards, design, safety regulations, and company best practices.
Facilitate project meetings, ensuring effective communication and collaboration across cross-functional teams.
Serve as a key liaison between the client and internal teams, maintaining strong relationships and driving customer satisfaction.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Facilities/Mechanical/Electrical engineering or related field.
Minimum of 5-10+ years of experience executing and leading the commissioning process.
Proven experience as a Project Manager for commissioning projects within capital construction, life sciences, semiconductors, or other mission-critical industries.
Strong knowledge and proven experience both leading and executing the commissioning process.
Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, processes, and tools.
Proficiency in creating and managing project schedules, budgets, and documentation.
Excellent leadership, communication, and collaboration skills.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
Willingness to travel to project sites as required, including out-of-state travel.

Skills

Professional certification such as CxA, CCP, BCxA, PMP, or similar is preferred.
Experience with construction management software such as Procore, ACC, Bluebeam or similar.
Experience with commissioning software such as CxAlloy, Facility Grid, Cx Planner, Kneat or similar.
Strong familiarity with commissioning processes, including Enhanced Commissioning LEED requirements.
Knowledge of industry-specific standards and regulatory requirements.

Location

Project sites as required

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

5-10+ years of experience

Education Level

Bachelor’s degree in Facilities/Mechanical/Electrical engineering or related field.

Salary/Compensations

$100,000 - $150,000 a year

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Insurance coverage
24 days of Paid Time Off
ESOP/401K - 15% Company Contribution (US Only)
Company paid Life Insurance
Company paid Long Term Disability

About the Company

CAI is a professional services company established in 1996 that has grown year over year to nearly 800 people worldwide.
For Life Sciences and Mission Critical industries that need to deliver critical solutions in high-stakes environments, we provide accelerated operational readiness and unparalleled performance at the highest standard through our rigorous approach, field-tested processes, and elite expertise developed over 30 years.
Our approach is simple because our Purpose informs everything we do: We exist to be the trusted solution for our clients as they strive to build a better working world and improve the human experience.
At CAI, we are committed to living our Foundational Principles, both professionally and personally: We act with integrity, We serve each other, We serve society, We work for our future.
At CAI, we believe in a relentless dedication to excellence, pushing boundaries and surpassing expectations.
From the beginning, we’ve challenged ourselves to do what others wouldn’t. Not just setting industry standards, but redefining them entirely.
We are bold in our thinking and creative in our approach.
We operate at the intersection of wisdom and technology and thrive when they come together with humanity.
For us, operational readiness isn’t simply a goal. It’s a way of life.
Because tomorrow demands to be at the forefront of today.
We do this through tireless effort, precision, efficiency and an unwavering belief that there is always room for advancement.
We’re not interested in how it used to be done. We’re obsessed with how it will be done.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer; we are proud to employ veterans and promote diversity and inclusion in our workplace.
Diversity is a strength for our global company.
We pledge that CAI will be operated in a way that is fair and equitable to all – our employees, our customers, and the broader society.
CAI will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Chance Act (FCA) / Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO).