Suffolk Construction ยท 4 hours ago
Commissioning Manager
Boston, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$114K/yr - $160K/yr
5+ years expSuffolk Construction is a national enterprise that builds, innovates, and invests in construction management services. The Commissioning Manager will coordinate with third-party commissioning agents, manage the commissioning process, and ensure seamless project turnover while collaborating across design and construction.
Civil EngineeringConstructionService Industry
Responsibilities
Coordinate with external third party commissioning agents to manage the commissioning process on behalf of general contractor
Serve as third-party commissioning agent to clients
Perform constructability reviews focused on controls, building performance optimization, and operations maintenance reducing project risk
Prepare commissioning plans, specifications, and checklists for early planning of the commissioning process
Review submittals, operation and maintenance manuals, start-up reports, checklists, and training programs for commissioning plans for quality control of construction and turnover
Document commissioning outcomes, identify performance deficiencies, and collaborate with stakeholders to recommend corrective actions
Perform site visits to coordinate commissioning, evaluate new and existing systems, witness equipment start-up and testing to ensure system readiness and seamless turnover
Assist with the development of Quality metrics that empower Suffolk operations and external teams to review information ensuring risk mitigation and quality execution
Assist with training operation and client maintenance personnel reviewing operating modes, sequences of operations, and maintenance requirements
Support the development and continuous improvement of commissioning methodologies, tools, and standards including, not limited to, ASHRAE Standard 202-2024, LEED credits for Enhanced and Monitoring-based Commissioning, and IECC 2022 Systems Commissioning
Participate in meetings with owner, operation and maintenance, design and construction personnel to understand project goals and schedule to ensure commissioning is properly coordinated
Engage directly with clients to communicate commissioning objectives, progress, and achievements
Manage project budgets, timelines, and resources effectively while coordinating with interdisciplinary teams including clients, design teams, and operations teams
Contribute to the development and improvement of project delivery standards, to ensure a high quality of work is consistently delivered by the commissioning team
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 5 years of direct commissioning or related fields including controls, mechanical, electrical, life safety and building envelope systems
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Architectural Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution or related field
Strong attention to detail
Understanding of site safety procedures, including electrical safety
Demonstrated ability to lead and manage cross-functional teams, with strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
Strong analytical, organizational, and multitasking skills with the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently
Excellent technical and business writing skills, with the ability to clearly communicate sustainability concepts
Self-motivated and capable of managing priorities in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
Preferred
Certified Commissioning Professional (CCP), Certified Commissioning Authority (CxA), or Certified Building Commissioning Professional (CBCP)
Certified Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) is preferred
Focus on healthcare, life sciences, and higher education a plus
Experience with different types of stand-alone monitoring equipment including flow meters, temperature loggers, electrical meters, and others a plus
Ability to forensically evaluate energy-consuming systems and detect and evaluate deficiencies, quantify energy losses, and determine cost a plus
Specific experience in ASHRAE level energy audits and with the development of energy savings calculations from retro-fits and energy measures from retro-commissioning a plus
Understanding and familiarity with DOE-2, eQUEST, Energy Pro, and other modeling software a plus
Experience in combined heat and power/cogeneration, central utility plants, data centers, healthcare facilities, laboratories, water/wastewater facilities, controls, building envelope, TAB, NETA electrical testing, renewable energy and other specialties a plus
Ability to obtain and maintain security clearance or access authorization for sensitive facilities (e.g., DOE, aerospace, military, pharmaceutical, and manufacturing clients)
Benefits
Competitive salaries
Auto allowances and gas cards for certain roles
Access to market leading medical and emotional and mental health benefits
Dental, and vision insurance plans
Virtual care options for physical therapy and primary care
Generous paid time off
401k plan with employer match and access to expert financial resources
Company paid and voluntary life insurance
Tax deferred savings accounts
10 backup daycare days each year
Short- and long-term disability
Commuter benefits and more.
Company
Suffolk Construction
Suffolk Construction is a construction contracting company.
1001-5000 employees
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Late StageLeadership Team
John Fish
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Jit Kee Chin
Chief Technology Officer
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2025-11-20
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