Commissioning & Reliability Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Illinois.

📋 Description

• Facilitate collaboration with external Commissioning Agents on designated projects.

• Assist in the evaluation of commissioning scripts and deliverables, oversee testing, and confirm results and evidence.

• Collaborate with third-party commissioning agents to develop project-specific commissioning plans.

• Conduct spot checks of field testing and documentation in accordance with the Sequence of Operations.

• Evaluate quality assurance metrics and leading indicators during Level 4, RVT, and Level 5 (IST) inspections.

• Aid in the formal gating of systems between commissioning levels by verifying prerequisites, documentation, and readiness.

• Report any installation or documentation quality issues that do not comply with the Reliability Standard.

• Oversee the master Commissioning Issue Log for designated projects.

• Classify issues and lead root cause analysis for Critical and High issues through verified closeout.

• Work in conjunction with Site Operations to evaluate open deficiencies and establish workarounds or Manual Operating Procedures.

• Ensure General Contractors and vendors adhere to commissioning schedules, documentation standards, and technical design intent.

• Collaborate with project teams, architects, engineers, and subcontractors on the implementation and verification of MEP systems.

• Convey status updates, successes, challenges, and action plans to management and the broader team.

• Train external personnel on the Aligned Quality & Commissioning Programs.

• Oversee the use and requirements of Cx Alloy for designated projects.

• Create and maintain project feedback loops, refine risk models, adapt strategies, and document lessons learned.

• Recognize and execute process improvements in commissioning readiness, testing rigor, issue closeout speed, and turnover results.

• Engage in cross-functional lessons learned and integrate enhancements into future project planning and execution.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Facilities Engineering, or a related technical field; equivalent education and experience may be considered.

• A minimum of 3–6 years of experience in commissioning, reliability, or mission-critical facilities delivery.

• Experience in supporting Level 4 functional testing and Level 5 Integrated Systems Testing (IST).

• Background in issue management and closeout, coordinating corrective actions, and contributing to the completeness of turnover packages.

• Familiarity with mission-critical electrical/mechanical systems and controls.

• Capability to interpret one-lines, P&IDs, sequences/control narratives, and testing documentation.

• Working knowledge of BAS/controls and EPMS/SCADA trending.

• Experience with commissioning management platforms such as Cx Alloy or similar.

• Proficient in Microsoft 365 applications, including Excel, Teams, SharePoint, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

• Outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Strong attention to detail and precision.

• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment.

• Strong organizational and project management capabilities.

• Ability to influence and work effectively with stakeholders across various departments.

• Capability to sit or stand for extended periods.

• Occasional travel to different facility sites may be necessary.

🏝️ Benefits

• Annual bonus ranging from 10–20%.

• Occasional travel to various facility locations.

• Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.