Commissioning (Cx) Senior Project Manager

Smith Seckman Reid, Inc.•Memphis, TN

35d

About The Position

At SSR, we're more than a leading engineering design, consulting, and planning firm-we're a team of owners committed to solving complex projects and delivering innovative solutions for facility and infrastructure challenges. With locations across the U.S. and expertise spanning diverse markets and services, our collaborative approach empowers us to build lasting partnerships with each other, our clients, and our communities. We believe high performance and a people-first culture go hand in hand. As an owner from day one, our colleagues thrive in an environment that values accountability, celebrates achievement, and supports personal and professional growth. As owners, we take pride in our work and in each other-driving results while fostering a workplace where everyone feels seen, supported, and inspired. As a Cx Senior Project Manager, you will lead highâscope, highâcomplexity commissioning projects and programs-serving as the primary client contact, trusted advisor, and integrator of people, product, and profit. You will plan and execute the work, proactively manage financials, mentor Project Managers I and II, and ensure projects are delivered to SSR's quality standards and client expectations.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, or related field
Fifteen years of project experience, including experience in commissioning
Registered Professional Engineer preferred

Nice To Haves

Proven success leading complex, multiâdiscipline commissioning programs and mentoring Project Managers.
Executiveâlevel communication, presentation, and negotiation skills; concise technical writing.
Advanced business acumen with command of pricing strategies, fee burn, earned value, forecasting, and AR.
Experience directing proposals and interviews with Marketing and technical leaders.
Ability to analyze tradeâoffs, mitigate risk, and drive timely, wellâinformed decisions across stakeholders.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and familiarity with scheduling, resource planning, and commissioning/project platforms.

Responsibilities

Confirm project scope and requirements with the client and stakeholders; communicate scope and expectations to the team.
Identify commissioning activities, develop schedules, and monitor manpower requirements across projects.
Coordinate activities of the commissioning team, designers, and contractors during design and construction phases.
Organize and lead meetings with contractors, clients, and the Cx team to plan work, review progress, and resolve issues.
Facilitate clear communication between the client and project team; document decisions, issues, and actions.
Manage commissioning plans composed of preâfunctional checklists, functional performance tests, training matrices, and supporting documentation.
Participate in planning and budgeting, including monthly billing projections and budget metrics.
Oversee project profitability: negotiate fees and contracts as appropriate, ensure timely/accurate invoices, and monitor accounts receivable.
Prepare final commissioning reports that document all activities, findings, and resolutions.
Serve as a technical expert to support Cx activities and demonstrate competence to clients; help set strategic direction for the team.
Anticipate issues affecting client or SSR expectations and address proactively as a trusted advisor.
Assist contractors in diagnosing nonâcompliant equipment/system performance; document followâup work and retesting.
Perform site visits to investigate field conditions, monitor progress, and verify conformance to design intent, owner expectations, and code.
Coordinate and conduct opposedâseason testing and warranty reviews as required.
Verify preventative maintenance materials and record documents for commissioned systems are collected and delivered to the owner.
Supervise project closeâout to ensure documentation, lessons learned, and filings are complete.
Train, mentor, and help evaluate less experienced colleagues; model safety, professionalism, and quality standards.

Benefits

100% Employee-Owned - Ownership from day one with immediate ESOP vesting.
Retirement Savings - 401(k) with immediate vesting and a generous company match.
Health & Wellness - Medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus companyâfunded HSA contributions for HDHP plans.
Company-Paid Protection - Life insurance, AD&D, and short and long term disability at no cost to you.
Work-Life Balance - Flexible schedules, paid parental leave, generous PTO, and paid company holidays.
Career Growth - Tuition reimbursement and ongoing professional development support.

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