Commissioning Project Manager

DLB Associates is a premier engineering and consulting firm specializing in innovative, mission-critical solutions across hyperscale data centers, advanced infrastructure, and high-performance building systems. With over four decades of expertise, we partner with some of the world’s most influential companies to design and optimize environments that demand precision, scalability, and resilience.Join us and be part of a team where your voice matters, your work makes an impact, and your growth is a shared priority.Position Title: Commissioning Project Manager Position Location: Remote – Monroe, LA. Must be located near a major airport.Travel Requirements: Up to 50% domestic travel. Must have a valid driver’s license and ability to rent vehicles.JOB SUMMARYThe Commissioning Project Manager provides technical support and leadership to plan, schedule and execute full life cycle commissioning of critical facilities. This person participates in the MEP design review process and participates in functional testing of complex electrical and mechanical systems. The Commissioning Project Manager is responsible for supporting all aspects of a project. This person will work as part of the project team and interact closely with the owners, designers, contractors, subcontractors and other trades on projects in mission critical environments.The role may assist with developing and evaluating bid proposals, developing commissioning plans and schedules, facilitating communication and ensuring compliance with owner’s requirements, applicable laws, and specifications.This person will collaborate with design engineers, construction contractors, equipment vendors, client staff and the DLB commissioning team to test, validate and make operational newly installed and operational electrical and mechanical systems including those in mission critical facilities. The Commissioning Project Manager will receive limited directions on day-to-day work and general instruction on new projects or assignments. Will execute commissioning and assist project leadership on projects of complex scope. Will work independently or under limited supervision.This person will communicate and operate in line with organizational goals and values, as well as departmental objectives. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSManage all Elements of Commissioning Projects (50%)Assist with pre-construction elements including project initiation, kickoff, RFIs and submittalsCoordinate and support resource and material forecastingDevelop, manage and monitor scheduleParticipate in, schedule or lead project meetingsCoordinate / perform QA / QC and Cx plans and specifications to ensure completion in accordance with the project scope and appropriate guidelines and manualsCommunicate and coordinate project staffing needs.Coordinate or oversee start-up, cutover, pre-functional or functional testing and project closeoutOnboard project team for mobilizationPrepare project progress reports for internal and external stakeholdersLead and assist in preparation of final commissioning report for submission to client Monitor and Control Project Financials (15%)Prepare, forecast and monitor project budgets, profitability, margins, bill rates and utilization and maintain overall responsibility for the profitability of the projectCommunicate with the client when additional fees / change orders are requiredIdentify potential project risks and develop / implement strategies to minimize impact and control deviations from estimated costs and project deadlinesManage Stakeholder Relations (15%)Assist in the preparation of proposals, presentations and the overall marketing efforts of the firmAssist in the promotion of the firm, service and expertise to existing or potential clientsMaintain client relationship to ensure an ongoing positive relationship and work with clients to identify and develop new projectsSupport contact for clients and build effective, long-term client relationshipsEnsure client satisfaction through active communicationPerform On-site Commissioning Activities (10%)On-site inspection, validation, functional testing, verification and troubleshooting of electrical and mechanical equipment Participate in factory witness testing and observe startup activities Use technical equipment to perform testingDirect vendors / contractors in the execution of the testing Develop Testing Plans and Procedures for Complex Projects (5%)Development of commissioning plans Prepare pre-functional checklists Prepare functional performance test scriptsReview Construction Related Design Documents, Drawings and Specifications (5%)Review shop drawings and submittalsReview sequence of operationsAssist in commissioning focused design reviewsCompletion of Assigned Tasks and Deliverables on Time and on BudgetPerforms Other Related Duties as AssignedPOSITION REQUIREMENTS (INTERMEDIATE LEVEL FOR ALL THE FOLLOWING EXCEPT AS NOTED)Knowledge of industry trends, project management and construction procedures and best practic