Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. CEQEL Critical Commissioning provides mission-critical commissioning services for complex facilities across various industries. The Commissioning Senior Project Manager leads the planning, scheduling, financial management, stakeholder coordination, and execution of full life cycle commissioning projects, including design reviews, testing, and closeout for critical facilities.
Responsibilities
- Manage pre-construction elements including project initiation, kickoff, RFIs and submittals
- Coordinate resource and material forecasting
- Develop, manage and monitor schedule
- Participate in, schedule and lead project meetings
- Coordinate / perform QA / QC and Cx plans and specifications to ensure completion in accordance with the project scope and appropriate guidelines and manuals
- Communicate and coordinate project staffing needs
- Oversee start-up, cutover, pre-functional or functional testing and project closeout
- Onboard project team for mobilization
- Prepare project progress reports for internal and external stakeholders
- Lead preparation of final commissioning report for submission to client
- Develop testing plans and procedures for complex projects
- Prepare, forecast and monitor project budgets, profitability, margins, bill rates and utilization and maintain overall responsibility for the profitability of the project
- Communicate with the client when additional fees / change orders are required
- Identify potential project risks and develop / implement strategies to minimize impact and control deviations from estimated costs and project deadlines
- Prepare proposals, presentations and the overall marketing efforts of the firm
- Promote firm, service and expertise to existing or potential clients
- Maintain client relationship to ensure an ongoing positive relationship and work with clients to identify and develop new projects
- Support contact for clients and build effective, long-term client relationships
- Ensure client satisfaction through active communication
- Perform on-site commissioning activities including inspection, testing, troubleshooting, and equipment validation for electrical and mechanical systems
- Use technical testing equipment and coordinate vendors/contractors during execution
- Ensure assigned tasks and deliverables are completed on time and within budget
- Completion of Assigned Tasks and Deliverables on Time and on Budget
- Performs Other Related Duties as Assigned
Skills
- ****Position Location:**** Remote - work from anywhere in the United States. Must be located near a major airport
- ****Travel Requirements:**** Up to 75% domestic travel; relocation may be considered for long-term project needs
- * Strong knowledge of commissioning, construction procedures, project management, and industry best practices
- * Skilled in resource allocation, personnel management, strategic planning, and team coordination
- * Experience with materials, methods, and tools used in mission critical and commercial construction projects
- * Detail-oriented with strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- * Ability to work independently and collaboratively in both onsite and remote environments
- * Effective written and verbal communication skills, including direct client interaction and reporting
- * Capable of managing deadlines, delegating work, and handling multiple priorities simultaneously
- * Proficient in MS Office Suite and adaptable to client/industry-specific software
- * Committed to company and site safety requirements
- * In-depth knowledge of electrical, mechanical and controls system principles
- * Skilled at using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams), along with exceptional organizational skills for file management
- * Skilled in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail
- * Ability to leverage AI and emerging technologies to streamline workflows, optimize operational processes, and contribute to company-wide innovation
- * Ability to work successfully in a remote environment thru effective communication and organizational skills, self-motivation, proactiveness and resourcefulness in a distraction free workspace
- * Ability to follow company and site safety requirements
- * Ability to analyze and prepare documents, reports and correspondence
- * Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form (technical and non-technical information)
- * Ability to work successfully as a member of a team and independently with minimal supervision
- * Ability to lead project teams of complex scope and coordinate the activities of other personnel
- * Ability to work under pressure and meet close deadlines
- * Ability to achieve certification for NFPA70E and / or OSHA training as / if required
- * Organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- * Must be able to rent vehicles and have valid driver's license
- * Up to 75%, this may include travel to any or all 50 US states
- * Must be located near a major airport
- * Effective May 7, 2025, and in accordance with U.S. federal regulations for domestic air travel, a valid REAL ID (or an acceptable alternative, such as a passport) is required for travel associated with this position
- * Potential relocation opportunities may exist per project needs
- * Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- * Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in commissioning, construction management, or MEP systems within mission critical or critical facility environments
- * Prior experience leading full life cycle commissioning projects, including design review, functional testing, and project closeout
- * Demonstrated experience managing project budgets, schedules, and staffing on complex or programmatic projects
- * Experience working directly with owners, designers, contractors, subcontractors, and other trades in a construction or commissioning setting
- * Certified Commissioning Professional (CCP), Commissioning Process Management Professional (CPMP), or equivalent industry certification preferred
- * Prior supervisory or project team leadership experience preferred
Benefits
- Remote work from anywhere in the United States
- Choice of comprehensive medical plans, including two PPO-style plans and a HDHP with HSA option
- Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- Dental and vision plans
- Medical, dental and vision benefits extended to spouse/domestic partner and dependent children up to age 26
- 401(k) with company match and self-directed brokerage account option
- Paid time off (PTO), including additional paid time off during the last week of the year
- Company-paid life insurance coverage for employees and their eligible dependents
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- AD&D coverage
- Professional development opportunities
- Tuition reimbursement
- Professional licensing assistance
- Paid parental leave after one year of employment
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