Senior Commissioning (Cx) Project Manager

At SSR, we’re more than a leading engineering design, consulting, and planning firm—we’re a team of owners committed to solving complex projects and delivering innovative solutions for facility and infrastructure challenges. With locations across the U.S. and expertise spanning diverse markets and services, our collaborative approach empowers us to build lasting partnerships with each other, our clients, and our communities.

We believe high performance and a people-first culture go hand in hand. As an owner from day one, our colleagues thrive in an environment that values accountability, celebrates achievement, and supports personal and professional growth. As owners, we take pride in our work and in each other—driving results while fostering a workplace where everyone feels seen, supported, and inspired.

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What You’ll Do

As a Cx Senior Project Manager, you will lead high‑scope, high‑complexity commissioning projects and programs—serving as the primary client contact, trusted advisor, and integrator of people, product, and profit. You will plan and execute the work, proactively manage financials, mentor Project Managers I and II, and ensure projects are delivered to SSR’s quality standards and client expectations.

• Confirm project scope and requirements with the client and stakeholders; communicate scope and expectations to the team.
• Identify commissioning activities, develop schedules, and monitor manpower requirements across projects.
• Coordinate activities of the commissioning team, designers, and contractors during design and construction phases.
• Organize and lead meetings with contractors, clients, and the Cx team to plan work, review progress, and resolve issues.
• Facilitate clear communication between the client and project team; document decisions, issues, and actions.
• Manage commissioning plans composed of pre‑functional checklists, functional performance tests, training matrices, and supporting documentation.
• Participate in planning and budgeting, including monthly billing projections and budget metrics.
• Oversee project profitability: negotiate fees and contracts as appropriate, ensure timely/accurate invoices, and monitor accounts receivable.
• Prepare final commissioning reports that document all activities, findings, and resolutions.
• Serve as a technical expert to support Cx activities and demonstrate competence to clients; help set strategic direction for the team.
• Anticipate issues affecting client or SSR expectations and address proactively as a trusted advisor.
• Assist contractors in diagnosing non‑compliant equipment/system performance; document follow‑up work and retesting.
• Perform site visits to investigate field conditions, monitor progress, and verify conformance to design intent, owner expectations, and code.
• Coordinate and conduct opposed‑season testing and warranty reviews as required.
• Verify preventative maintenance materials and record documents for commissioned systems are collected and delivered to the owner.
• Supervise project close‑out to ensure documentation, lessons learned, and filings are complete.
• Train, mentor, and help evaluate less experienced colleagues; model safety, professionalism, and quality standards.

Who We’re Looking For

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, or related field
• Fifteen years of project experience, including experience in commissioning
• Registered Professional Engineer preferred

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proven success leading complex, multi‑discipline commissioning programs and mentoring Project Managers.
• Executive‑level communication, presentation, and negotiation skills; concise technical writing.
• Advanced business acumen with command of pricing strategies, fee burn, earned value, forecasting, and AR.
• Experience directing proposals and interviews with Marketing and technical leaders.
• Ability to analyze trade‑offs, mitigate risk, and drive timely, well‑informed decisions across stakeholders.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and familiarity with scheduling, resource planning, and commissioning/project platforms.

What We Offer

• 100% Employee-Owned – Ownership from day one with immediate ESOP vesting.
• Retirement Savings – 401(k) with immediate vesting and a generous company match.
• Health & Wellness – Medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus company‑funded HSA contributions for HDHP plans.
• Company-Paid Protection – Life insurance, AD&D, and short and long term disability at no cost to you.
• Work-Life Balance – Flexible schedules, paid parental leave, generous PTO, and paid company holidays.
• Career Growth – Tuition reimbursement and ongoing professional development support.

SSR is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer

EEO Disabled/Veterans

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

Recruiters or staffing agencies: SSR is not obligated to compensate any external recruiter or search firm who presents a candidate, their resume, or profile to an SSR employee without 1) a current, fully executed agreement on file and 2) being assigned to the open position via HR