Commissioning Project Manager

JLL; Rio Rancho (NM); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Medical, Dental & Vision

Paid parental leave

Paid Time Off

Daily Pay access

Job summary

JLL in Rio Rancho, NM seeks an experienced Commissioning Project Manager to lead testing, validation, and handover of complex mechanical, electrical, and life-safety systems, ensuring they operate safely and per design specifications.

You will manage the full commissioning lifecycle, coordinating with general contractors, vendors, and client executives while mentoring engineers and field staff to uphold safety, quality, and schedule targets.

Qualifications

• 8–12+ years in commissioning, MEP, or mission-critical project management.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Construction Management, or equivalent.
• Strong understanding of low/medium voltage power, HVAC, and building controls (BMS).
• Experience budgeting, forecasting, and financial oversight.
• Proven leadership mentoring engineers and field staff.
• Experience with mission-critical facilities such as data centers or industrial operations.

Responsibilities

• Build commissioning plans, correction requirements, milestones, and documentation from design through turnover.
• Oversee functional performance testing and IST for MEP and life-safety systems.
• Coordinate project activities between general contractors, vendors, engineering teams, and client executives.
• Manage project budgets, forecasting, and financial oversight; monitor profit margins and allocate resources.
• Mentor commissioning engineers and field staff, enforcing safety and quality standards.
• Conduct design reviews to ensure systems meet operational requirements before handover.
• Develop and deliver training and documentation for new systems.

Skills

Commissioning

MEP engineering

Project management

Budget forecasting

Safety standards

Leadership

Contract interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Construction Management or equivalent

Tools

Procore

Job description

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way

Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented peopleand empowering them tothrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you've got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you're looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.

What this job involves

The Commissioning Project Manager leads the testing, validation, and final handover of complex mechanical, electrical, and mission-critical infrastructure systems to ensure they operate safely and according to design specifications. This role requires overseeing the entire commissioning process from design review through project turnover, coordinating with multiple stakeholders, and managing both technical execution and financial performance. You'll serve as the bridge between engineering teams, contractors, vendors, and client executives while ensuring all systems meet stringent quality and safety standards.

Your day-to-day tasks will include:

• Building comprehensive commissioning plans, correction requirements, milestone schedules, and documentation frameworks from design review through final turnover


• Overseeing functional performance testing and Integrated Systems Testing (IST) for mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP), and life-safety systems


• Acting as the primary contact between general contractors, vendors, engineering teams, and client executives to coordinate project activities


• Managing project budgets, forecasting financial performance, monitoring profit margins, and allocating resources effectively


• Mentoring commissioning engineers and field staff while enforcing compliance with safety and quality standards


• Conducting design reviews and ensuring systems meet operational requirements before handover


• Developing and delivering training and documentation for new systems to prepare clients for operation

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Regular field presence at construction sites, data centers, or industrial facilities


• Ability to navigate active construction environments and mission-critical facilities


• May require travel between multiple project sites


• Office and field-based work environment requiring flexibility

Required Qualifications:

• 8 to 12+ years of hands-on experience in commissioning, MEP engineering, or mission-critical project management


• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline (Mechanical, Electrical, Construction Management) or equivalent field experience


• Deep understanding of low/medium voltage power systems, HVAC systems, and building controls (BMS)


• Proven experience managing project budgets, forecasting, and financial oversight


• Strong contract interpretation and risk management capabilities


• Demonstrated team leadership experience mentoring engineers and field staff


• Experience with mission-critical facilities such as data centers or industrial operations

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional certifications such as CxA (Certified Commissioning Authority), BCxP (Building Commissioning Professional), CCP (Certified Commissioning Professional), or PMP (Project Management Professional)


• Proficiency in project tracking and management software like Procore


• Knowledge of redundancy concepts and mission-critical system operations


• Experience with multiple types of mission-critical infrastructure projects


• Advanced understanding of integrated systems testing methodologies


• Strong technical writing skills for documentation and reporting


• Familiarity with industry standards and best practices for commissioning processes

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Location:

On-site -Rio Rancho, NM

Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:

JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health. Some of these benefits include:

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions


• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care


• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary


• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays


• Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

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