Commissioning /CX Quality Manager- Mission Critical

Shawmut; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) with company match (4%)

Generous PTO & holidays

Tuition reimbursement & laptop

Job summary

Shawmut Design and Construction seeks a Commissioning / CX Quality Manager to lead planning, execution, and verification of commissioning across mission-critical projects. This role embeds commissioning into the quality system with structured DFOW planning and ITPs, requiring regular travel across the United States.

You will oversee FWT, SAT, Pre-Functional Testing, FPT, and IST, ensuring readiness of electrical, mechanical, controls, and life-safety systems while aligning with contract

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 5–10+ years of experience in mission-critical or data center construction.
• Experience with commissioning processes and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead commissioning strategy from preconstruction through turnover.
• Oversee Factory Witness Testing (FWT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), and Functional Testing (FPT).
• Ensure readiness of electrical, mechanical, and controls systems.
• Verify installation quality against design and submittals.
• Coordinate with owners, design teams, and trade partners on commissioning scope.

Skills

Electrical distribution systems

Mechanical cooling systems

Controls and integrated systemsTesting

TIA-942 familiarity

Uptime Institute awareness

ASHRAE guidelines

Commissioning documentation

Field testing equipment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Overview

At Shawmut Design and Construction, we take pride in the culture we’ve built as a 100% employee-owned company—one that’s been recognized with more than 100 Best Place to Work awards. We’ve been honored as a National Fortune Best Workplace, a Fortune Best Workplace for Women, Millennials, and Parents, and one of America’s Best Employers by Forbes—along with numerous regional recognitions across our 15 offices nationwide.

Here’s a glimpse into what we offer:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance.Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Be an employee-owner!401(K) with Company Match – Receive a company match up to 4% of your eligible pay.
• Generous Paid Time Off – vacation and sick time, 12 holidays, summer Fridays, and a yearly volunteer day.
• The Extras – Cell phone, laptop, tuition reimbursement, pet insurance, financial planning services, and more.

Responsibilities

The Commissioning / CX Quality Manager is responsible for leading the planning, execution, and verification of commissioning and quality assurance activities across mission‑critical projects. This role ensures that all building systems are installed, tested, and validated in alignment with contract requirements, design intent, manufacturer specifications, and operational readiness standards.This position embeds commissioning into the National Quality Delivery System, driving predictable outcomes through structured DFOW (Definable Features of Work) planning, Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), and phased system verification. This role requires regular travel and can be based anywhere within the United States, due to the national footprint of our mission‑critical portfolio.

Commissioning Leadership & Technical Oversight

Develop and lead the commissioning strategy from preconstruction through turnover, aligned with project Quality Plans and commissioning specifications.

Oversee all commissioning phases, including Factory Witness Testing (FWT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), Pre‑Functional Testing, Functional Performance Testing (FPT), and Integrated Systems Testing (IST).

Ensure readiness and performance of critical systems, including electrical (UPS, switchgear, generators), mechanical (cooling, CRAH/CRAC, hydronic systems), controls (BMS/EPMS), and fire/life safety systems.

Validate installation quality against design intent, approved submittals, and shop drawings.

Quality Planning & DFOW Integration

Develop and implement risk‑based DFOW strategies for mission‑critical scopes.

Integrate commissioning requirements into core quality processes, including Preparatory / Pre‑Installation meetings, Work Readiness Reviews, First Work / Initial Inspections, and follow‑up verification.

Align commissioning activities with ITPs, including hold points and witness points.

Field Execution & Verification

Conduct field inspections to verify installation quality, system completeness, and trade coordination.

Identify and resolve deficiencies early using Procore inspections and Observations (CA, NCR, WIP tracking).

Maintain continuous verification to prevent issues from progressing to punch list or turnover.

Operational Readiness & Turnover

Lead system readiness reviews and support Owner operational acceptance.

Review and validate turnover documentation, including O&M manuals, training materials, and maintenance procedures.

Confirm systems meet performance, redundancy, and reliability requirements prior to turnover.

Issue Resolution & Risk Management

Provide technical support during system testing, startup, and commissioning.

Lead root cause analysis for system failures or performance issues.

Coordinate corrective actions with trade partners and commissioning stakeholders.

Stakeholder Coordination

Partner with Owner commissioning agents (CxA), design teams, and trade partners to align on commissioning scope, sequencing, and acceptance criteria.

Ensure consistent expectations across all subcontractor tiers.

Leadership & Capability Building

Mentor project teams (Project Managers, Superintendents, QC Managers) on commissioning processes and system quality standards.

Reinforce trade partner accountability for commissioning deliverables.

Promote knowledge sharing and best practices across projects and regions.

Qualifications

Experience

5–10+ years of experience in mission‑critical or data center construction.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience.

Technical Skills

• Deep knowledge of:Electrical distribution systems
• Deep knowledge of:Mechanical cooling systems
• Deep knowledge of:Controls and integrated systems testing
• Familiarity with:TIA‑942 and Uptime Institute Tier Standards
• Familiarity with:ASHRAE guidelines
• Familiarity with:Building Commissioning Association best practices
• Experience with:Commissioning processes and documentation
• Experience with:Field testing equipment and system diagnostics

EEO Information

Eligible candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship or restriction, now and in the future.Shawmut prohibits discrimination against any staff member or applicant on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, religion, national origin, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, disability, creed, citizenship status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Salary Range Information

U.S. Base Salary Range: $115,000 - $175,000

Placement within the listed range depends on many factors including, but not limited to geographic location, years of experience, project size capability (for Construction & Field roles) and internal company equity.