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About the Role
The Commissioning Manager oversees assigned projects, defining and establishing the pre-commissioning, commissioning, start-up, and handover execution framework to ensure projects meet safety, quality, value, and schedule expectations. This role involves developing, managing, and executing all commissioning activities in alignment with company policies, contractual requirements, and project plans, leading project staff to achieve commissioning objectives. The position demands authoritative technical knowledge, extensive operational experience, and strong decision-making skills.
Responsibilities
- Manage site-specific end-to-end Commissioning activities during Level 1 through Level 5 for delivery of new or retrofit of existing facility.
- Establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with architects, engineers, trade partners, and operations teams.
- Implement policies and procedures necessary to support project schedule and contractual obligations.
- Coordinate with project site Quality Control (QC) and Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) teams for MEP scope.
- Manage Commissioning and QC plan per contractual turnovers to client.
- Define and manage on-site resource requirements for trade partners, equipment vendors, commissioning agent, and project staff.
- Create, manage iterations, and integrate Start-up and Commissioning schedules into project schedule.
- Collaborate with Owner Furnished Contractor Installed (OFCI) equipment vendors for efficient installations.
- Manage equipment vendors adherence to QC plan and provide appropriate resources, field documentation, and checklists prior to start-up.
- Facilitate Start-up and Commissioning meetings to communicate QC Plan and schedule updates.
Requirements
- Minimum eight years of construction management or commissioning experience, preferably with an MEP Contractor or Commissioning firm.
- Expert understanding of how design, construction, start-up, commissioning, and turnover align within the project delivery process.
- Mastery of the commissioning process, L0-L5, and solid understanding of key construction documents and their relationship to QA/QC.
- Comprehensive 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.
- Ability to work on multiple projects concurrently and anticipate project work, delegate workload, and balance workload within a team.
- Proven positive and professional attitude with excellent customer service skills and ability to coach and lead teams.
- Regular, reliable attendance.
- Work productively and meet deadlines timely.
- Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
- Perform work safely and effectively.
- Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
- Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
- Work overtime and weekends as required.
- May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.
Skills
- Commissioning
- Construction Management
- MEP
- Quality Control (QC)
- Project Management
- Customer Service
- Leadership
Location
- United States
Work Type
- Full Time
- Travel up to 100%
Experience Level
- Mid Level
- 10 to 15 years of equivalent field experience
- Minimum eight years of construction management or commissioning experience
Education Level
- Preferred degree in Electrical Engineering, a related discipline, or equivalent field experience.
Benefits
- Top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents
- Voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs
- Life insurance
- Disability
- Retirement plans with matching
- Generous paid time off
About the Company
- The Kiewit Industrial District delivers direct-hire construction services for complex industrial projects across the United States, with a growing focus on large-scale data center and mission-critical construction.
- Our teams support high-performance projects where speed, precision, reliability, and safe execution are essential, helping deliver the mechanical, electrical, utility, and infrastructure systems that keep advanced technology moving forward.
- From core and shell construction to supporting power, cooling, water, and utility infrastructure, Kiewit brings the resources, craft workforce, and execution certainty required for fast-paced data center environments.
- We are committed to safety, quality, and excellence in execution, providing clients with world-class solutions while offering employees stability, growth, and career development opportunities within a multi-billion-dollar organization.
- Our culture is built on collaboration, innovation, integrity, and a shared passion for building complex projects that matter.
Equal Opportunity
- Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.