Commissioning Manager

About the role

Holder Construction is a nationally recognized leader in the construction industry, consistently ranked among the top firms on ENR's Top 400 Contractors list. We are a performance-driven company that believes in rewarding excellence and investing in our people. Our structured career development program empowers associates to grow quickly into expanded roles and responsibilities based on merit. With operations throughout the United States, w e offer a highly competitive compensation and benefits package, including: Annual bonus program Paid time off Health, dental, vision, and life insurance 401(k)-retirement plan Night and swing shift differential pay for select roles We are looking for an MEP Commissioning Manager to join our MEP team on our project in Ashburn, VA . This is a full-time, in-person position.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the full MEP commissioning process from preconstruction through closeout, including Factory Witness Testing (FWT/FAT), Integrated Systems Testing (IST), and final commissioning documentation.
• Develop and manage commissioning schedules, coordinating all required commissioning activities.
• Review commissioning scripts and collaborate with commissioning agents to ensure best practices.
• Utilize and enhance commissioning tools to support project execution.
• Coordinate staffing and resources with field associates and trade partners for all commissioning efforts.
• Oversee installation, start-up, and testing of MEP systems to ensure compliance with project specifications.
• Review, approve, and maintain commissioning plans, procedures, and related documentation.
• Confirm inspections, testing, and required documentation are completed prior to equipment energization.
• Ensure commissioning activities comply with Holder's safety standards and Energy Control Program (ECP).
• Develop and implement Methods of Procedure (MOPs) and Action Plans for commissioning tasks.
• Maintain safe work conditions and oversee equipment protection during commissioning.
• Maintain comprehensive commissioning documentation, schedules, test procedures, and performance reports.
• Track and report commissioning progress, issues, and resolutions throughout the project lifecycle.

Requirements

• Required:
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• 8-10 years of commercial construction experience with large, sophisticated mechanical and electrical systems.
• Extensive commissioning experience on data centers and complex infrastructure projects.
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage schedules, and coordinate with owners, designers, commissioning agents, and trade partners.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
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• Holder is committed to Equal Opportunity Employment (EOE).
• Substance abuse testing and a background screening is a condition of employment and Holder Construction does not sponsor applicants for immigration status or benefits.

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