Senior Commissioning Project Manager

Salas O'Brien

Senior Commissioning Project Manager at Salas O’Brien leading client interactions and commissioning strategy for complex projects. Mentoring junior staff and ensuring project quality accountability.

Posted 4/7/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $135,000 - $150,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the primary client contact and commissioning authority on assigned projects
Lead commissioning strategy for complex and multi‑system projects from pursuit through warranty
Build and maintain strong client relationships through clear communication, responsiveness, and technical credibility
Proactively identify and resolve project risks, scope gaps, and technical issues
Develop commissioning scopes of work, schedules, and fee estimates for proposals and active projects
Lead design phase reviews including OPR, BOD, plans, and specifications to ensure commissionability and performance alignment
Facilitate OPR workshops and commissioning planning meetings as required
Oversee development of commissioning plans, test procedures, and documentation
Perform and/or oversee site observations, system testing, and issue resolution
Lead commissioning meetings and ensure accurate documentation and follow‑through
Maintain accountability for project budgets, schedules, and deliverables
Collaborate with Project Accountants to support accurate invoicing, forecasting, and financial performance
Partner with the Cx Project Coordinator to maintain project plans and resource alignment in Vision
Ensure project execution aligns with contract scope, safety requirements, and internal quality standards
Provide technical guidance and quality oversight for commissioning staff
Mentor and support the development of junior and mid‑level commissioning providers
Lead development of commissioning reports and systems manuals
Facilitate warranty walkthroughs and ensure documentation is updated accordingly

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 12–14 years of progressive experience in commissioning, MEP construction, or project management OR equivalent combination of education and experience
Demonstrated experience leading complex commissioning projects independently
Project Management certification preferred
Professional Engineering (PE) license preferred
Building Commissioning certification preferred
OSHA 10‑hour Construction Safety and NFPA‑70E preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and company holidays
Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
Professional development support

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Hard Skills & Tools

commissioningproject managementMEP constructiondesign phase reviewscommissioning planstest proceduressite observationssystem testingbudget managementscheduling

Soft Skills

client communicationresponsivenesstechnical credibilityrisk identificationissue resolutionmentoringcollaborationaccountabilityleadershipquality oversight

Certifications

Project Management certificationProfessional Engineering (PE) licenseBuilding Commissioning certificationOSHA 10-hour Construction SafetyNFPA-70E