Commissioning Manager - Construction

Hamilton Barnes Associates Limited; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 130,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account

401(k) with employer match

Life & AD&D Insurance

Long-term & Short-term Disability

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Hamilton Barnes Associates Limited is seeking a Project Manager, CX (Commissioning Manager) to plan, coordinate, execute and oversee commissioning activities for mission-critical facilities nationwide, including data centers, hospitals, labs, and airports.

This role requires strong MEP expertise, LEED Enhanced Commissioning and Building Envelope commissioning, and proven PM and team leadership skills. You will drive cross-discipline collaboration and produce clear documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related technical field.
• BCxA ACP or CCP certification (or equivalent) required.
• Strong knowledge of ASHRAE commissioning procedures and MEP systems.
• Proven experience in project management and team leadership.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to lead high-performing teams.
• Comfortable working in a mobile, dynamic environment.
• Knowledge of construction engineering technology, codes, and standards.
• Experience with data centers and other mission-critical projects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and collaborate with teams throughout commissioning lifecycle for complex facilities.
• Foster integration across mechanical, electrical, controls, and OT platforms.
• Develop and refine process documentation to standards and best practices.
• Create written and visual documentation communicating design, intent, and operation.
• Interpret design plans and specifications with precision.
• Review design drawings, specs, and submittals with stakeholders.

Skills

ASHRAE commissioning procedures

MEP systems

Project management

Team leadership

Communication skills

Mobility in dynamic environment

Construction codes and standards

Data centers experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related technical field

Job description

Are you looking for an exciting new opportunity?

Join one of the most respected general contractors in the United States, delivering landmark data centre and mission-critical construction projects nationwide. The organization is known for its strong safety culture and long-term portfolio of complex infrastructure projects.

The company is looking for a Project Manager, CX (Commissioning Manager) to plan, coordinate, execute, and oversee commissioning activities. The role requires strong expertise in MEP systems, with a focus on LEED Enhanced Commissioning and Building Envelope commissioning, and involves leading each phase of the commissioning process to ensure quality and performance across all systems. The position offers the opportunity to work on complex, mission-critical facilities including data centers, hospitals, laboratories, and airports.

Responsibilities

• Lead and collaborate with high-performing teams throughout the construction and commissioning lifecycle, especially for complex, mission-critical facilities.
• Foster integration across disciplines, mechanical, electrical, controls, and operational technology platforms to ensure seamless system performance.
• Partner with technical experts and subject matter authorities to develop and refine process documentation aligned with organizational standards and best practices.
• Create compelling written and visual documentation that clearly communicates systems design, intent, and operational functionality. Apply experience and insight, alongside collaboration with design and engineering teams, to define effective commissioning processes.
• Interpret and analyze design plans and technical specifications with precision.
• Gather, evaluate, and synthesize information from a wide range of internal and external stakeholders. Conduct thorough reviews of design drawings, engineering specifications, and equipment submittals.

Skills/Must Have

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related technical field, or 8+ years of relevant experience
• BCxA ACP or CCP certification (or equivalent) required
• Strong knowledge of ASHRAE commissioning procedures and MEP systems, including HVAC, electrical, BAS, plumbing, lighting, fire/life safety, and security
• Proven experience in project management and team leadership
• Excellent communication skills, with a strong ability to lead and collaborate in high-performing teams
• Comfortable working in a mobile, dynamic environment
• Knowledge of construction engineering technology, codes, and standards
• Experience with data centers and other mission critical projects preferred

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Healthcare & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with employer match
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Long-term & Short-term Disability Insurance
• Critical Illness
• Accident & Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Home & Auto Insurance
• Family Support
• Pre-tax Parking/Public Transportation
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Group Legal
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

Salary

• $130,000 - $200,000 Base Per Annum