Smith Seckman Reid Inc

Senior Commissioning (Cx) Project Manager

Smith Seckman Reid Inc$110K — $130K *
Real Estate & Construction
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, or related field
  • Fifteen years of project experience, including commissioning
  • Registered Professional Engineer preferred
  • Proven success in leading complex, multi-discipline commissioning programs
  • Executive-level communication and negotiation skills
  • Advanced business acumen with a command of financial metrics
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office and relevant project management software

Responsibilities

  • Lead high-scope commissioning projects as the primary client contact
  • Develop schedules and monitor manpower requirements
  • Coordinate commissioning team, designers, and contractors
  • Organize and lead meetings to plan work and resolve issues
  • Facilitate clear communication and document project decisions
  • Manage commissioning plans and ensure project requirements are met
  • Oversee project profitability and manage financial aspects

Benefits

  • 100% Employee-Owned with immediate ESOP vesting
  • 401(k) with immediate vesting and generous company match
  • Health, dental, and vision coverage with company-funded HSA contributions
  • Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage
  • Flexible work schedules and generous paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement and support for ongoing professional development
Full Job Description
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.

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

About Smith Seckman Reid Inc

Smith Seckman Reid Inc is an engineering firm that provides a variety of services to clients in the healthcare, education, and government sectors. The firm was founded in 1968 and has offices in several cities throughout the United States. Smith Seckman Reid Inc offers a range of services, including mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering, as well as commissioning and energy services. The firm is committed to sustainability and has completed several LEED-certified projects. Smith Seckman Reid Inc is headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee.
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