Senior Commissioning Project Manager

EEA Consulting Engineers•San Antonio, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Since our inception, EEA Consulting Engineers has been committed to fostering an inclusive and sustainable workplace that focuses on the growth and success of our employees, a dedication that was further solidified when we transitioned to an Employee-Owned model nearly two decades ago. At EEA, we believe in empowering our Employee-Owners to thrive both professionally and personally, while nurturing strong connections with one another and our valued clients. Our unwavering support for our Employee-Owners has earned us recognition as a Top Workplace for over a decade. Our team consists of talented professionals including engineers, designers, and administrative professionals, spread across our three office locations. Join us and become a part of our thriving community of Employee-Owners! We are seeking a Senior Commissioning Project Manager to join our State, Local, and Educational market sector. This role is responsible for managing and executing the commissioning process for complex building systems, ensuring systems are designed, installed, and functionally tested to meet project goals and client expectations. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with owners, design teams, and contractors, leveraging your technical expertise to enhance the performance and sustainability of the built environment. This full-time, permanent role is based in San Antonio, Texas.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Architectural Engineering
Minimum of 60 months of experience in Commissioning Project Management or Commissioning Engineering within the MEP industry
Certified Commissioning Authority (CxA) Certification required, or ability to obtain certification within three months of hire
Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, building automation controls, energy management, and MEP system integration
Proven ability to lead commissioning for complex or mission-critical facilities (e.g. labs, healthcare, higher education, municipal, or federal)
Experience developing commissioning strategies, leading functional testing, and resolving advanced system integration issues
Knowledge of commissioning standards and codes, including ASHRAE, LEED, and IECC
Proficiency in interpreting construction drawings, specifications, and technical documentation
Working proficiency with energy modeling software such as Trane TRACE, eQUEST, EnergyPlus, or equivalent
Familiarity with commissioning software tools such as BlueRithm or Facility Grid
Ability to interpret and assess controls logic/programming within platforms such as Tridium Niagara, Johnson Controls, Siemens, Honeywell, or Distech, and familiarity with scripting/logic blocks
Exceptional technical writing abilities, including experience producing commissioning reports and owner-facing documentation
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
Willingness to travel up to 75% travel required, primarily within the Southwestern United States

Responsibilities

Lead commissioning activities for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems across complex facilities including laboratories, higher education, healthcare, municipal, and mission-critical environments
Manage and coordinate commissioning phases from pre-design through post-occupancy, establishing commissioning strategy and performance objectives
Develop and execute commissioning plans, schedules, and functional test procedures for advanced HVAC and specialty systems (e.g., chilled beams, laboratory air valves, geothermal systems, heat recovery) in alignment with project specifications and industry standards
Conduct rigorous design reviews, including analysis of control sequences, system integration strategies, and operability across multiple interacting systems
Perform detailed site inspections, system readiness checks, and functional performance testing to validate installation, integration, and operational performance.
Monitor project timelines and milestones, preparing status updates and reports for internal and external reviews
Review construction documents, specifications, submittals, and system design to identify commissioning requirements and potential issues
Analyze test data and performance results to troubleshoot issues and recommend corrective actions
Coordinate with owners, A/E teams, contractors, and equipment vendors to resolve technical challenges and ensure project commissioning goals are achieved
Participate in owner training sessions and support the development of systems manuals and final commissioning reports
Contribute to defining commissioning scopes, fee proposals, and project execution strategies in collaboration with senior leadership
Ensure commissioning activities align with industry best practices and sustainability certifications such as LEED or IECC

Benefits

Annual merit increases based on work performance
Annual profit-sharing bonus, contingent on company performance
Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
Medical coverage for individual employees is paid in full by EEA
ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) retirement account. EEA on average contributes 10% of an employee's salary into the ESOP Trust each year, at no cost to the employee!
401k with company match, available the first day of the next month following start date
$50,000 in Life Insurance at no cost to the employee
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage at no cost to the employee
Flexible working hours
Fun company events, outings, and happy hours
'Dress for Your Day' dress code