Overview:
As Commissioning Manager, you lead commissioning for complex, high-performance buildings, acting as a third-party CxA and coordinating with owners, designers, and contractors. You drive design reviews, testing, and turnover while continuously improving Suffolk's commissioning standards. You collaborate with cross-functional teams to align commissioning with project goals and performance targets. This role offers meaningful impact across design, construction, and operations. Compensation / Benefits competitive salaries comprehensive benefits package 401k plan with employer match paid time off life insurance and disability coverage tax-advantaged savings options
Responsibilities:
Coordinate with third-party commissioning agents on behalf of the general contractor and serve as the CxA Lead meetings with owners, operations staff, designers, and contractors to align commissioning with project goals Manage project budgets, timelines, resources, and interdisciplinary coordination Perform constructability reviews focused on controls and performance optimization Review submittals, O&M manuals, start-up reports, and training programs for conformance Conduct site visits to coordinate activities and verify readiness for testing Witness start-up and functional testing; document outcomes and propose corrective actions Support O&M training and turnover with review of operating modes and maintenance requirements Support building performance optimization and develop quality metrics for project teams Engage directly with clients to communicate objectives, progress, and findings Contribute to development and improvement of commissioning methodologies, tools, and standards
Key requirements:
Minimum 5 years of direct commissioning experience or related experience with controls, mechanical, electrical, life safety, or building envelope systems Demonstrated experience leading commissioning teams on complex projects Strong knowledge of building systems, commissioning processes, and performance verification Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Professional Certifications (Preferred) such as CCP, CxA Certification, CEM, PE license Strong analytical, organizational, and multitasking abilities Attention to detail and problem-solving orientation Leadership of multidisciplinary teams Clear written and verbal communication Client engagement and relationship building Building automation systems (BAS) Sequence of operations verification System integration and performance optimization