Commissioning Field Manager I

The Commissioning Field Manager I is a leadership role responsible for overseeing commissioning execution, managing field teams, and ensuring project milestones are met. This position builds upon Specialist II responsibilities, requiring advanced decision-making, resource coordination, and client interaction to drive successful commissioning projects.

• Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and controls system principles
• Skilled at using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams), along with exceptional organizational skills for file management
• Skilled in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail
• Ability to leverage AI and emerging technologies to streamline workflows, optimize operational processes, and contribute to company-wide innovation
• Ability to work successfully in a remote environment through effective communication and organizational skills, self-motivation, proactiveness and resourcefulness in a distraction free workspace
• Ability to follow company and site safety requirements
• Ability to analyze and prepare documents, reports and correspondence
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form (technical and non-technical information)
• Ability to communicate effectively directly with clients and serve as primary point of client contact
• Ability to work successfully as a member of a team and independently with moderate supervision
• Ability to work under pressure and meet close deadlines
• Ability to effectively plan and delegate the work of others
• Ability to achieve certification for NFPA70E and / or OSHA training as / if required
• Organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

• Must have a valid driver’s license and ability to rent vehicles.
• Up to 75%, this may include travel to any or all 50 US states.
• Must be located near a major airport.
• Effective May 7, 2025, and in accordance with U.S. federal regulations for domestic air travel, a valid REAL ID (or an acceptable alternative, such as a passport) is required for travel associated with this position.
• Travel may involve transportation by car or plane depending on the destination and nature of the business need.
• Travel is defined as physically leaving home on behalf of business activities including but not limited to client sites, meetings with other employees, meetings for business development purposes, running errands on behalf of the business, attending industry conferences, etc.
• Potential for international assignments.
• Potential relocation opportunities may exist per project needs.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction or related discipline

OR

• Two years of experience with hands-on installation, testing, validation and troubleshooting of electrical, mechanical and controls infrastructure

PLUS

• Minimum eight years’ additional experience with installation, hands-on testing, validation and troubleshooting of electrical, mechanical and controls infrastructure

• On-site inspection, validation, functional testing, verification and troubleshooting of electrical, mechanical and controls equipment
• Participate in factory witness testing and observe startup activities
• Use technical equipment to perform testing
• Direct vendors / contractors in the execution of the testing
• Develop proposals including project scope, schedule and budget; generally, seek supervisory input before
• sending to client
• Timely and effective management of project site team including resource forecasting and coordination
• Identify potential project risks and aid in development of strategies to minimize impact and control deviations from estimated costs and project deadlines
• Primary site contact for clients and build effective, long-term client relationships
• Onboarding of project team for mobilization and provide ongoing updates

• Develop commissioning plans
• Prepare pre-functional checklists
• Prepare functional performance test scripts

• Conduct comprehensive reviews of shop drawings, submittals, and sequence of operations.
• Collaborate with engineers and project teams to resolve design discrepancies.
• Ensure that project commissioning aligns with contractual requirements and operational efficiency goals.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for project progress reports and commissioning documentation.
• Maintain detailed records of testing activities, issues identified, and corrective actions taken.
• Support project closeout by compiling and submitting final commissioning reports.

Performs Other Related Duties as Assigned

The following physical demands must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to obtain NFPA 70E / OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certifications as required.

This role provides a structured learning path to progress into:

• Manager II (Level 6, Step 1-4) – Full project management responsibility, leading commissioning teams and interfacing with high-level clients.

Differentiation Between Specialist II and Manager I

While L5 S1-4 Specialist II and L5 S1-4 Manager I operate at the same level, their focus differs:

• Specialist II (Level 5, Step 1-4) – Technical Path / Field Focused – this role is primarily a technical expert, focusing on hands-on testing, issue resolution, and mentoring.
• Field Manager I (Level 5, Step 1-4) – Managerial Focused – this role shifts towards project coordination, stakeholder management, and team leadership, taking on a greater responsibility for planning, scheduling, and resource allocation, overseeing multiple projects and leading commissioning efforts at a higher level.

A Specialist II can transition into Manager I when management determines they have demonstrated strong leadership, project coordination, and client-facing skills.