Commissioning Manager - Airport Project

AECOM•Mississauga, ON

12d•CA$110,000 - CA$140,000•Onsite

About The Position

AECOM is seeking a Commissioning Manager - Airport Project to join our team. This is a replacement position based on-site, out of Mississauga. We are seeking professionals to join our team to help us build one of the most advanced, sustainable and passenger-friendly airports in the world. The role involves working with contractors to define and execute the commissioning strategy and plan for assets delivered through the LIFT Program. Responsibilities include supporting the design process, reviewing contractor plans, overseeing testing and commissioning, providing technical guidance, collaborating with stakeholders, conducting site observations, improving processes, reporting on commissioning activities, and coaching staff.

Requirements

University Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related engineering field with 4 years of relevant experience or diploma/certificate with 6 years of relevant experience.
Demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education may be considered.
Project management experience including a sound understanding of planning, scheduling, cost, and risk management.
Thorough working knowledge and experience of testing and commissioning airport infrastructure and facilities mechanical, MV/LV electrical, plumbing, fire protection, controls systems.
Specific working knowledge of the design, construction, project management and maintenance of building, mechanical, industrial, and utility systems.
Strong understanding of relevant mechanical, electrical, fire codes, standards, and regulations, including the CSA, CEC, NFPA, ASHRAE and other applicable local and international standards.
Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills including the ability to facilitate meeting / workshops with large groups of stakeholders.
Strong technical capability in all project phases and ability to solve complex problems including by using data analytics to support solution identification.
Demonstrable experience in managing senior stakeholder relationships and providing strategic level reporting to enable effective decision making.

Nice To Haves

Typically, a minimum of 10 years of professional experience in large infrastructure programs in a commissioning role including 5 years in a management / leadership position.
Aviation experience preferred.
Demonstrable experience of commissioning of major capital assets in a live operational and highly regulated environment, aviation preferred.
In‑depth technical knowledge of aviation specialty engineering systems—such as ALCMS, AGL, CCR, PBB, PMD, BHS, and related systems—is considered an asset.
Working knowledge of regulatory and compliance requirements, including TP312, ICAO, FAA, CSA/OESC, and applicable airport authority standards.
Knowledge of sustainability initiatives and energy‑efficient design principles is considered an asset.
Recognized degree in civil, mechanical, electrical, industrial, or related engineering field.

Responsibilities

Works with the contractor(s) to define the commissioning strategy and plan, and for successfully commissioning the assets delivered through the LIFT Program.
Supports the design process including attendance at key design reviews.
Reviews and assures the contractor’s testing and commissioning plan.
Oversees the testing and commissioning phase of the program(s).
Provides technical guidance and subject matter expertise to team as needed.
Collaborates with various internal and external program stakeholders to successfully coordinate commissioning activities.
Conducts site observation surveys and prepares field reports on the status of projects and completion of projects with respect to compliance to the plans and specifications.
Reviews, documents, and improves processes and workflows to eliminate inefficiencies and maximize team performance.
Provides management and executive level performance reporting with respect to commissioning activities including highlighting key risks and mitigation plans.
Coaching, mentoring, and supporting the career development of staff.