Senior Commissioning Manager

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Job Description:

Parsons is seeking a Senior Commissioning Manager to lead, grow, and elevate our commissioning team while driving business development and delivering technical excellence. This role is ideal for a high-performing professional who combines deep technical commissioning expertise with strategic vision and leadership capabilities.

As a Senior Commissioning Manager, you will oversee a team of commissioning professionals, ensuring they are equipped with the tools, training, and mentorship needed to excel. You will also play a key role in expanding Parsons’ commissioning portfolio, building relationships with internal and external clients, and demonstrating the value of commissioning services through measurable outcomes such as energy savings, system reliability, and operational efficiency.

This position requires mastery of commissioning processes, tools, and standards, as well as the ability to manage complex projects across diverse industries, including government, cleanrooms, laboratories, high-performance buildings, and institutional campuses. You will be instrumental in developing and implementing Parsons’ commissioning strategy, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and industry best practices.

In addition to competitive compensation and benefits, this role offers opportunities for professional growth, leadership, and the chance to work on some of the world’s most unique and impactful projects.

Staffing Locations: Position will be staffed at any of the following Engineering Team offices - Pasadena, CA; San Antonio, TX; Annapolis Junction, MD; Lexington, KY; Kingsport, TN.

Travel Requirement: Approximately 20% travel to client sites annually to oversee commissioning activities, engage with stakeholders, and ensure project success.

What You'll Be Doing:

Leadership and Team Growth:

• Lead and mentor a team of commissioning professionals, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement.

• Recruit, train, and retain top talent, ensuring the team stays ahead of industry trends and standards.

• Develop and implement team-building strategies to create a high-performing commissioning organization.

Business Development:

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities, both internally (within Parsons) and externally (with clients).

• Build relationships with clients and stakeholders, demonstrating the value of commissioning services through technical insights and measurable outcomes.

• Develop strategic partnerships and alliances to expand Parsons’ commissioning portfolio and drive revenue growth.

Technical Expertise:

• Oversee the development and execution of commissioning documents, including OPRs, BODs, commissioning plans, specifications, test procedures, verification documents, schedules, training materials, O&M manuals, and systems manuals.

• Review design submittals for commissioning and maintenance considerations, ensuring alignment with project goals and industry standards.

• Manage complex technical challenges, including system troubleshooting, trend analysis, and issue resolution.

• Ensure compliance with commissioning standards and practices, including LEED commissioning, retro-commissioning, and sustainability-focused commissioning.

• Provide technical oversight for MEP, fire protection, building automation, envelope systems, and industrial automation/material handling systems.

Strategic Vision:

• Develop and implement Parsons’ commissioning strategy, aligning efforts with organizational goals such as sustainability, reliability, and operational excellence.

• Standardize technical processes across projects while tailoring solutions to unique client needs.

• Track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) for commissioning projects and team performance, driving continuous improvement and accountability.

Client Relationship Management:

• Engage with clients at a technical level, providing expert recommendations and solutions.

• Translate complex technical concepts into actionable insights for stakeholders, ensuring satisfaction and repeat business.

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