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 Project Manager II, you will lead commissioning projects of medium to high complexity-planning and executing the work, serving as the primary client contact, coordinating multidiscipline resources and vendors, managing financial performance, and ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to SSR's quality standards.

• Complete project scope and requirements with clients and stakeholders; clearly communicate scope and expectations to the team.
• Prepare and implement proactive QA/QC plans; coordinate timely reviews and submittals in accordance with standards and contract requirements.
• Oversee project profitability by developing or negotiating fees and contracts, participating in budgets, and ensuring timely, accurate invoices.
• Identify, negotiate, and administer fees for additional services; process change orders promptly.
• Schedule work; communicate sequencing; monitor manpower requirements across disciplines and vendors.
• Facilitate clear communication between clients and the project team; document key decisions, issues, and actions.
• Coordinate activities of the commissioning team, designers, and contractors during design and construction phases.
• Perform job site visits to investigate field conditions, monitor progress, and verify conformance to design intent, owner expectations, and codes.
• Perform specific engineering studies and other design analyses using industry software, as appropriate for commissioning scope.
• Coordinate with other disciplines to determine equipment needs, implement operating procedures, and provide technical information.
• Participate in planning and budgeting processes including monthly billing projections and budget metrics.
• Monitor accounts receivable and initiate corrective action as needed; update revenue projections.
• Supervise closeout to ensure documentation, lessons learned, and filings are complete; maintain organized archives.
• Assist management in training, mentoring, and evaluating less experienced Cx colleagues.

Who We're Looking For

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, or related field
• Ten years related project experience
• Professional Engineer Licensure preferred

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of commissioning processes, project delivery, and systems design for MEP systems.
• Knowledge of building codes, design development, and construction procurement processes.
• General knowledge of accounting with ability to create and maintain project budgets and forecasts.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and comfort with commissioning and project management platforms.
• Clear, concise communication and presentation skills; strong technical writing and documentation.
• Judgment and decisionmaking skills to analyze issues, evaluate options, and support timely resolutions.

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 companyfunded 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