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Power Construction · 17 hours ago

Commissioning Manager

Chicago, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$125K/yr - $175K/yr

5+ years exp

Power Construction is one of Chicago's largest and most respected General Contractors, known for its strong workplace culture and employee retention. The Commissioning Manager will lead the internal commissioning process for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire/life safety, and fire sprinkler systems on complex construction projects, ensuring compliance with design standards and successful project turnover.

Building MaintenanceConstructionReal Estate

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day site commissioning activities and collaborate with project managers, contractors, and discipline teams to resolve commissioning issues and ensure coordinated execution

In conjunction with owner's Commissioning Provider, develop and execute comprehensive commissioning plans for all MEP/FP systems, including test requirements, inspections, factory start-up and acceptance testing, integrated system testing, and turnover documentation

Review commissioning scripts, provide technical recommendations, and ensure alignment with project design intent and performance objectives

Actively participate in factory witness testing, functional performance tests, inspections, and field verification activities

Maintain accurate and timely technical documentation, including issue logs, meeting minutes, field reports, and final commissioning reports

Oversee planning and execution of specialized system tests, including NETA, SCADA, controls integration, and operational verification

Lead Owner training on commissioned systems, providing expert guidance on system operation, performance expectations and potential failure scenarios

Must have the ability to travel to project sites within the Greater Chicago Area or as required

Qualification

Commissioning ManagementMechanical EngineeringElectrical EngineeringConstruction ManagementNationally Recognized CertificationsData Center ExperienceQA/QC ProcessesMicrosoft OfficeCommunication SkillsTechnical WritingTime ManagementInterpersonal Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil Engineering, or Construction Management or equivalent trade experience

5–10 years of experience in construction or engineering, with a focus on commissioning, preferably with a general contractor, MEP engineering firm, or consultancy

Data center experience is required

Strong understanding of construction practices, and commissioning phases (L0–L6), with the ability to align deliverables to milestone requirements

Ability to assess risk, schedule impact, and safety considerations related to commissioning activities

Proven experience integrating fire/life safety systems with MEP/FP Systems

Experience in QA/QC processes and test and balance requirements to ensure optimal system performance and commissioning readiness

Thorough understanding of design codes, standards, and specifications

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, project management tools, and data-based commissioning platforms such as BIM360 & applications such as CxAlloy

Strong meeting facilitation skills, with the ability to document and follow up on action items effectively

Strong communication, technical writing, time management and interpersonal (tact, diplomacy, influence) skills essential

Must have the ability to travel to project sites within the Greater Chicago Area or as required

Preferred

Nationally recognized Commissioning certifications are highly preferred, including CxP, BCxP (ASHRAE), CxA (ACG), CCP (BCxA), or QCxP (University of Wisconsin)

Applicants currently pursuing certification or planning to do so are also encouraged to apply

Benefits

Annual discretionary bonus

Company

Power Construction

Power Construction is a commercial construction company that provides construction management, design and general contracting services.

Founded in 1926

Chicago, Illinois, USA

201-500 employees

https://www.powerconstruction.net

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