Commissioning Project Manager

DLB Associates

10d • $115,000 - $165,000 • Remote

About The Position

The Commissioning Project Manager provides technical support and leadership to plan, schedule, and execute full life-cycle commissioning of critical facilities. The role participates in MEP design reviews and functional testing of complex electrical and mechanical systems, supporting projects from initiation through closeout. The Project Manager works with owners, designers, contractors, subcontractors, trades, equipment vendors, client staff, and the DLB commissioning team in mission-critical environments. Duties may include evaluating bid proposals, developing commissioning plans and schedules, facilitating communication, and ensuring compliance with owner requirements, applicable laws, specifications, and safety guidelines. The role receives limited day-to-day direction, works independently or under limited supervision, and assists project leadership on projects of complex scope.

The position is remote within the United States, and the employee must be located near a major airport. Travel is required: up to 50% is stated in the position overview; the detailed travel requirements specify up to 75% during the initial 6–9 months, transitioning to 25% afterward. Travel may be by car or plane, with potential international assignments and relocation opportunities based on project needs. A valid driver’s license and ability to rent vehicles are required. For air travel associated with the position, a valid REAL ID or acceptable alternative, such as a passport, is required effective May 7, 2025.

The role requires either a bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction, or a related discipline, or the specified combination of experience: two years of installation, hands-on testing, validation, and troubleshooting experience with mechanical, controls, and/or electrical infrastructure, plus at least five additional years of such experience. DLB Associates offers medical, dental, and vision plans; retirement matching; paid time off; insurance coverage; professional development and education support; and paid parental leave.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction, or a related discipline; alternatively, two years of experience with installation, hands-on testing, validation, and troubleshooting of mechanical, controls, and/or electrical infrastructure plus a minimum of five additional years of such experience.
• Knowledge of industry trends, project management, and construction procedures and best practices.
• Knowledge of business and management principles, including strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership techniques, and coordination of people and resources.
• Knowledge of materials, methods, and tools used in mission-critical construction, commercial buildings, or other structures.
• Ability to complete assignments accurately and with attention to detail and to manage personnel and material resources.
• Ability to leverage AI and emerging technologies to streamline workflows, optimize operations, and contribute to company-wide innovation.
• Ability to work effectively in a remote environment with strong communication and organizational skills, self-motivation, proactiveness, resourcefulness, and a distraction-free workspace.
• Ability to learn client- or industry-specific management software and follow company and site safety requirements.
• Ability to analyze and prepare documents, reports, and correspondence.
• Effective oral and written communication skills for technical and non-technical information, including direct client communication and sometimes serving as the primary client contact.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member with moderate supervision, and collaboratively with onsite and remote team members.
• Ability to work under pressure, meet close deadlines, plan and delegate others’ work, and analyze complex information to develop plans addressing identified issues.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite, including Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Teams, and strong file-management and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to rent vehicles.
• Must be located near a major airport.
• For position-related domestic air travel, a valid REAL ID or acceptable alternative, such as a passport, is required effective May 7, 2025.

Responsibilities

• Assist with pre-construction activities, including project initiation, kickoff meetings, RFIs, and submittals.
• Coordinate and support resource and material forecasting.
• Develop, manage, and monitor project schedules.
• Participate in, schedule, or lead project meetings.
• Coordinate or perform QA/QC and commissioning plans and specifications to ensure work meets project scope and applicable guidelines and manuals.
• Communicate and coordinate project staffing needs.
• Coordinate or oversee startup, cutover, pre-functional and functional testing, and project closeout.
• Onboard the project team for mobilization.
• Prepare progress reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Lead and assist in preparing final commissioning reports for client submission.
• Prepare, forecast, and monitor project budgets, profitability, margins, bill rates, and utilization; maintain responsibility for project profitability.
• Communicate with clients when additional fees or change orders are required.
• Identify project risks and develop and implement strategies to minimize impacts and control deviations from estimated costs and deadlines.
• Assist with proposals, presentations, and firm marketing efforts.
• Promote the firm, its services, and expertise to existing and potential clients.
• Maintain client relationships, identify and develop new projects, and support client contacts.
• Ensure client satisfaction through active communication.
• Perform on-site inspection, validation, functional testing, verification, and troubleshooting of electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Participate in factory witness testing and observe startup activities.
• Use technical equipment to perform testing and direct vendors or contractors during testing.
• Develop commissioning plans, pre-functional checklists, and functional performance test scripts.
• Review shop drawings, submittals, sequences of operations, and construction-related design documents and specifications; assist with commissioning-focused design reviews.
• Complete assigned tasks and deliverables on time and within budget, and perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Choice of comprehensive medical plans, including two PPO-style plans and an HDHP with HSA option.
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA).
• Dental and vision plans.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits extended to a spouse or domestic partner and dependent children up to age 26.
• 401(k) with company match and self-directed brokerage account option.
• PTO, including additional paid time off during the last week of the year.
• Company-paid life insurance coverage for employees and eligible dependents.
• Short- and long-term disability and AD&D coverage.
• Professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, and professional licensing assistance.
• Paid parental leave after one year of employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level