Senior Commissioning Project Manager

Stok•San Francisco, CA

11h•$95,000 - $150,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Stok leads organizations to decarbonize now. We integrate expertise across ESG and sustainability consulting, carbon, energy engineering, commissioning, and project delivery. From the enterprise to asset level, we provide clients with strategy, management, and technical support to translate bold commitments into impact. Our global team delivers on client ambitions across programs and projects worldwide. In our own operations, Stok uses third-party frameworks such as B Corp, the International Living Future Institute (ILFI) Just Label, and the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to guide, verify, and share our progress toward our commitment to a radically better world for all. Stok is seeking a Senior Commissioning Project Manager to join our Commissioning Team. As a consultant at Stok, you will work with some of the world’s most innovative companies, including those influencing iconic real estate programs and projects for positive impact. We are looking for candidates with a wide breadth of technical knowledge, a passion for decarbonization and sustainability, and an appetite for helping our team constantly improve. As a Senior Commissioning Project Manager, you will be responsible for running commissioning projects with our close-knit team of engineers. Responsibilities include completion of design reviews, facilitation of BOD/OPR integration, reviews of equipment installation (both existing and new construction), verification of system-level sequences of operation, submittal reviews, MEP coordination oversight, staff systems training management and overseeing component & system startup and functional performance testing. Together we will deliver high-performance real estate in pursuit of Stok’s purpose: to boldly catalyze an environmentally restorative and socially equitable world. At Stok, We Seek Culture Add, Not Culture Fit. At Stok, our core values guide every decision we make and action we take on behalf of our partners and clients. They are: Stok joy Own it Care deeply Demand better Our Values-Aligned Team Members: Craft innovative ideas and have a say in how the firm operates. We have built self-management and distributive governance into our organizational structure to enable every team member to share input on policies and procedures. Strive for a better way to do business and create a positive impact through their work. Stok believes in business as a force for good and is a certified B Corp, demonstrating our commitment to maximizing social and environmental impacts, in addition to profit. Give back in a meaningful way. We donate 3% of profits to causes we believe in through a combination of pro-bono services and donations. Advocate for a level playing field. Stok has intentionally baked social justice into our operations, which we hold ourselves accountable to through our International Living Future Institute JUST Label. Participate in a transparent, objective, merit-based compensation and profit distribution processes and policies Our purpose is to boldly catalyze an environmentally restorative and socially equitable world, and Stok needs you to fulfill it!

Requirements

5–10 years of technical experience in building commissioning, MEP design, energy consulting, or related fields, with a minimum of 3 years in a project management role.
Demonstrated ability to lead the full lifecycle of commissioning projects independently, including scoping, budgeting, scheduling, and client engagement.
Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and controls systems in commercial buildings; able to interpret and apply construction documents and specifications.
Familiarity with commissioning best practices and standards (ASHRAE, LEED, CALGreen, Title 24).
Experience coordinating across multiple disciplines and working with diverse teams, clients, and stakeholders.
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Energy Engineering (or similar technical discipline).
Skilled in financial oversight of projects, including forecasting, earned revenue tracking, and risk management.
Strong communication and documentation skills, especially in client-facing and team leadership settings.
Ability to independently lead multiple projects, manage delivery teams, and exceed expectations across scope, schedule, and budget.
Strong financial acumen, including forecasting, budgeting, and managing earned revenue against targets.
Strategic thinking with the ability to identify opportunities beyond the immediate project scope and coordinate cross-functionally to deliver value.
Ability to build and maintain trusted relationships with clients, teams, and stakeholders through honest, open communication.
A balance of systems thinking and executional precision — knowing when to zoom out and when to go deep.
Comfort operating with a high degree of autonomy, while contributing to a team culture grounded in feedback, impact, and learning.
A values-aligned mindset that supports Stok’s commitment to environmental restoration and social equity.

Nice To Haves

CxA and PE preferred; other relevant credentials (e.g., BCxP, LEED AP) are also valued.
Experience leading commissioning for large, mission-critical, or all-electric buildings.
Familiarity with commissioning analytics tools or continuous monitoring platforms (e.g., SkySpark, Fault Detection Diagnostics).
Prior experience developing team capability or mentoring junior engineers and project managers.
Understanding of the commissioning business model within broader financial and strategic contexts (e.g., business case development, client ROI).
Experience working in socially responsible or values-driven firms (e.g., B Corp, ILFI Just, employee-owned).

Responsibilities

Lead and manage the full lifecycle of commissioning projects, from scoping to closeout, including 75%+ direct project work and oversight of annual revenue portfolios of $250K+.
Scope and plan small to mid-size projects independently, developing detailed estimates, budgets, timelines, and deliverables in collaboration with internal and external teams.
Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, building trust through transparency, reliability, and proactive communication.
Translate strategic client goals into tactical project execution, navigating between big-picture outcomes and technical details.
Direct and support cross-disciplinary teams of professionals, coordinating closely with project coordinators and engineers while fostering development and accountability.
Navigate and lead diverse and complex engagements, including multi-stakeholder or geographically distributed teams.
Identify and pursue adjacent or vertically integrated opportunities that enhance client value and deepen partnerships.
Draft, review, and negotiate project-related contracts and documentation in collaboration with design and construction teams.
Monitor and manage financial health across projects, including earned revenue, forecasting, and risk mitigation.
Champion quality, ethics, and professionalism in every aspect of delivery, upholding Stok’s purpose and client promise.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision coverage (can also include dependents)
Employer-funded and tax-deductible Health Reimbursement Account
Employee-funded and tax-deductible Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
Mental health concierge service
Life, accidental death, long-term and short-term disability coverage
50% Employer-funded group health benefit plan
Employer-funded Health Spending and Wellness Spending Accounts
Employee Assistance Program
Life, Accidental Death, Long-Term Disability coverage
Flexible work schedules
Quiet Fridays: Stok offers everyone two days a month meant to tune out the noise and prioritize what needs to get done (whether that’s work or life related)
Flexible Personal Time Off
Minimum of 80 hours per year for Paid Time Off (PTO) or vacation time
80 hours per year for holiday time (floating holidays)
80 hours per year for wellness (or sick) time
40 hours per year for learning and development
16 hours per year for volunteer time (to give back to your community and the causes that matter most to you!)
401(k) (world’s first fossil fuel-free and gun-free 401(k) plan so you can invest in a future you believe in) or Registered Retirement Savings Plan (Canada)
Annual Learning and Development stipend
Work from Home stipend (to support remote ergonomics)
Annual US National Parks Pass or Parks Canada Discovery Pass
Donation program
Cellphone benefit
Personal company credit card