Commissioning Manager

JH Kelly, LLC; Boise (ID); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Vision/Rx

Dental/Ortho

PTO

401K match

Life Insurance

Annual Bonus

Profit Sharing

Job summary

JH Kelly, LLC seeks a Commissioning Manager to lead startup, turnover, and commissioning on complex semiconductor and industrial construction projects in Boise. You will guide teams, coordinate testing, and ensure client-ready systems with rigorous quality control.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in commissioning or related fields, a mechanical engineering or construction-related degree, and proven leadership in fast-paced environments.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in construction, startup, commissioning, QA/QC, or operations.
• Experience with mechanical systems, piping, HVAC, and utilities in complex projects.
• Strong knowledge of commissioning, startup, testing, and turnover processes.
• Ability to lead and mentor teams; effective documentation and communications.
• Willingness to travel and adapt to a fast-paced construction environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage project commissioning and turnover strategies.
• Lead commissioning activities from system installation through owner acceptance.
• Coordinate startup and testing activities with project teams, vendors, owners, and subs.
• Establish system turnover priorities and commissioning milestones.
• Drive timely completion of turnover packages and commissioning documentation.
• Coordinate owner witness testing and acceptance events.

Skills

Mechanical systems

Process piping

HVAC

Plumbing

Utilities

Leadership

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Engineering Technology

Tools

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office Suite

Project management software

Job description

At JH Kelly, we're seeking a driven and technically minded Commissioning Manager to lead startup, turnover, and commissioning efforts on complex semiconductor and industrial construction projects in Boise. This role is ideal for an experienced Project Engineer, QA/QC professional, Superintendent, or commissioning specialist who thrives on bringing systems to life and ensuring successful project delivery. If you enjoy solving problems, coordinating teams, and delivering exceptional results to clients, this is an opportunity to play a critical role in shaping the future of major construction projects in Boise.

About Us
Celebrating over a century of excellence, JH Kelly is a fourth-generation, family-owned construction powerhouse known for tackling complex commercial and heavy industrial projects. With offices in Vancouver, Longview, Seattle, Bellingham, WA, and Milwaukie, OR we’re an industry leader fueled by an award-winning team committed to safety, quality, and a dynamic, tight-knit culture.

Salary Range: $95,000 - $130,000 annually (DOE), FLSA exempt.

Benefits Package

• Comprehensive Medical/Vision/Rx – Dental/Ortho Coverage: JH Kelly pays 87.5% of total premiums.
• Paid Vacation and Holidays: Generous PTO model to support work-life balance.
• 401K: 50% company match on the first 6% of employee contributions.
• Life Insurance, AD&D, STD & LTD: Paid 100% by JH Kelly.
• Annual Performance Bonuses: Opportunity for additional compensation based on performance.
• Profit Sharing: Participate in JH Kelly’s profit-sharing program. Averaging 9% of total compensation for the past 10 years.

Here’s a deeper dive into what you’ll take on:

• Develop and manage project commissioning and turnover strategies.
• Lead commissioning activities from system installation through final owner acceptance.
• Coordinate startup and testing activities with project teams, vendors, owners, and subcontractors.
• Establish system turnover priorities and commissioning milestones.
• Drive timely completion of turnover packages and commissioning documentation.

System Readiness & Quality Management

• Verify mechanical systems are installation complete and ready for startup activities.
• Lead system walkdowns and readiness reviews.
• Coordinate deficiency tracking and resolution efforts.
• Manage punch lists through completion and closure.
• Ensure systems meet design intent, contract requirements, and quality standards.

Documentation & Turnover

• Develop and maintain commissioning plans, schedules, logs, and reporting tools.
• Coordinate collection and review of startup reports, test documentation, and turnover records.
• Manage O&M manuals, training documentation, certifications, and warranty information.
• Ensure accurate and complete turnover packages are provided to clients.

Schedule & Project Controls

• Integrate commissioning activities into project schedules.
• Identify commissioning risks and develop mitigation plans.
• Track commissioning progress against project milestones.
• Communicate critical path impacts and recovery plans to project leadership.

Client & Stakeholder Coordination

• Act as primary point of contact for commissioning activities.
• Coordinate owner witness testing and acceptance events.
• Facilitate meetings involving contractors, vendors, engineers, and operations teams.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and project stakeholders.

Safety Leadership

• Ensure all commissioning and startup activities are conducted safely.
• Promote compliance with company safety policies and site-specific requirements.
• Participate in hazard assessments and startup planning reviews.
• Lead by example through visible safety engagement and accountability.

Team Development

• Mentor Project Engineers and field teams in commissioning processes.
• Support development of standardized turnover and startup procedures.
• Promote continuous improvement of commissioning practices across the Boise Operations Group.

What You Bring

• Experience : Minimum 5 years of experience in construction, startup, commissioning, QA/QC, project engineering, or operations.Experience with mechanical systems, process piping, HVAC, plumbing, utilities, or industrial process systems.Semiconductor, data center, advanced manufacturing, or industrial project experience preferred.Experience leading system turnover, startup, commissioning, or punch list completion activities strongly preferred.
• Education: Bachelor\'s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, Engineering Technology, or related field preferred.
• Skills: Strong understanding of commissioning, startup, testing, and turnover processes.Knowledge of QA/QC programs and deficiency management.Excellent organizational and documentation skills.Strong communication and relationship-building abilities.Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam, and project management software.Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and technical documents.Strong leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.Self-starter with a high level of accountability and ownership.
• Leadership:Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and hold project teams accountable while maintaining outstanding relationships with craft labor and clients.
• Mindset: Self-starter with initiative and a strong commitment to safety. Organized, productive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. Resourceful, detail-oriented, and focused on delivering exceptional results.

Physical Requirements
This role requires transitioning between office and construction field settings. In the office, you’ll sit for extended periods at a computer, performing repetitive tasks like typing and communicating by telephone. In the field, you’ll stand and walk for extended periods on various surfaces, including uneven terrain, climb stairs, kneel, crouch, and crawl to inspect tight spaces, and occasionally lift up to 40 pounds. Good vision and hearing are essential for reading plans, inspecting work, and communicating on-site. You’ll work outdoors in various weather conditions, adhere to site-specific dress codes, and wear PPE (hard hats, gloves, safety glasses, steel-toed boots). Flexibility to travel between job sites and work outside regular business hours when needed is required. Reasonable accommodations are available to support individuals with disabilities.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.