Commissioning Manager I

Mortenson•Los Lunas, NM

About The Position

Mortenson is seeking a Commissioning Manager I to lead project construction and contract administration activities focused on successful commissioning. The role contributes to larger, more complex assignments and requires independent judgment in evaluating, selecting, and adapting commissioning techniques, procedures, and criteria. The position works with project teams and partners to plan, coordinate, execute, and document commissioning activities, including system testing and turnover.

Requirements

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; experience with an MEP Contractor or Commissioning firm is preferred.
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), interaction testing, and turnover requirements.
Understanding of applicable design codes, design standards, and specification requirements, with the 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 such as 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 with 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 and fulfill development-to-closeout responsibilities for complex projects.
Positive and professional attitude with strong customer service skills.
Active listening and effective communication skills, including openness to diverse input and feedback.
Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity, inclusive behaviors, and Affirmative Action plans.
Ability to travel up to 50%.
Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without employment visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Construction management or commissioning experience with an MEP Contractor or Commissioning firm.

Responsibilities

Perform technical scope-of-work reviews and provide detailed comments and recommendations.
Develop commissioning specifications, 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 development of the project commissioning plan and schedule.
Draft technical documents covering issue resolution, lessons learned, and best practices; write issue descriptions, meeting minutes, field reports, and final reports.
Conduct training sessions, coordinate construction activities across disciplines, and resolve commissioning issues with contractors.
Collaborate with the scope team and Project Manager to verify scope intent and criteria, and 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.
Lead internal meetings and manage team performance.
Anticipate project work, delegate workload, and balance workload within a team.
Evaluate risk, schedule impact, and safety for quality and commissioning-related activities.
Interpret and communicate company policies and fulfill development-to-closeout responsibilities for complex projects.

Benefits

Medical and prescription drug plans, including vision coverage at no additional cost.
Dental plan.
401(k) retirement plan with a 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.
Eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan.