Commissioning Manager

Shiel Sexton•Indianapolis, IN

About The Position

The Commissioning Manager leads Anova’s commissioning services across multiple commercial construction projects and supports the growth and continuous improvement of the commissioning practice. Acting as an Owner’s Technical Representative (OTR), the role provides strategic oversight to ensure building systems are planned, designed, installed, tested, and transitioned to operations in accordance with owner requirements, project specifications, and industry best practices. The position also supports operational processes, estimating, business development, and technical standards, working with owners, design teams, contractors, and internal project teams to deliver high-performing facilities.

Requirements

10+ years of commissioning, MEP coordination, construction management, or building systems experience with a commercial contractor.
Strong working knowledge of HVAC systems, electrical systems, controls/integration, and construction processes.
Proficiency with commissioning software platforms and project management tools.
Ability to interpret construction drawings, technical specifications, and system diagrams.
Excellent communication, coordination, and client-facing skills.
Strong problem-solving abilities with a focus on proactive issue resolution.
Ability to lead meetings, manage multiple priorities, and drive deadlines.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), Procore, and Facility Grid.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred.
Experience with complex building systems such as healthcare, higher education, mission-critical, or large office developments is highly desirable.
CxA, CCP, CEM, PE, or other commissioning/engineering credentials preferred.
BIM/3D modeling experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead development and continuous improvement of the commissioning program, including standard operating procedures, templates, deliverables, quality standards, and best practices.
Support the growth and operational management of the commissioning practice, including project pursuits, proposals, estimating, scope definition, staffing forecasts, budgeting, resource planning, and client presentations.
Develop and manage project-specific commissioning plans, execution strategies, schedules, and deliverables aligned with owner requirements, project specifications, and expectations.
Coordinate owners, design teams, contractors, commissioning providers, and other stakeholders; integrate commissioning into project execution, manage risks, resolve issues, and maintain schedule alignment.
Review design documents, submittals, equipment specifications, startup procedures, testing protocols, TAB reports, O&M manuals, and commissioning documentation for compliance and opportunities to improve performance.
Oversee commissioning execution by contractors and commissioning providers, including equipment startup, functional performance testing, integrated systems testing, deficiency resolution, and turnover.
Manage commissioning documentation, issue logs, turnover packages, final reports, owner training, occupancy readiness, seasonal testing, and warranty-phase commissioning.
Provide technical leadership and promote commissioning best practices, support project planning and execution, ensure compliance with company quality and safety standards, and advise clients throughout the project lifecycle.