Commissioning Manager - Federal Projects - Washington DC

Washington, District of Columbia Permanent USD115,000 - USD130,000 per year View Job Description
We are representing a leading energy and infrastructure solutions firm seeking a Commissioning Manager to support federal and large‑scale facility upgrades. In this role, you will guide commissioning efforts from early design through functional testing, ensuring complex building systems operate as intended.
  • Lead commissioning on high‑impact federal modernization projects.
  • Excellent growth pathway within an expanding technical division.

About Our Client

Our client is a national energy and infrastructure solutions provider delivering turnkey modernization, efficiency, and retrofit projects across government, healthcare, education, and commercial sectors. With a strong track record of technical excellence and project delivery, they are expanding their commissioning presence in the Mid‑Atlantic region. The organization fosters a collaborative culture, values professional growth, and empowers employees to take ownership of impactful work.

Job Description

  • Lead commissioning activities for new construction and retrofit projects, including functional testing, issue identification, and documentation.
  • Review drawings, specifications, and submittals to verify alignment with project requirements and design intent.
  • Develop detailed commissioning plans and coordinate activities with project managers, design teams, subcontractors, and facility representatives.
  • Conduct on‑site system testing, equipment evaluations, and field investigations-often accessing equipment in challenging or high‑elevation locations.
  • Produce clear, professional commissioning reports summarizing findings, deficiencies, and recommendations for stakeholders.
  • Troubleshoot HVAC, electrical, plumbing, controls, and related building systems to resolve technical issues.
  • Attend commissioning meetings, owner walkthroughs, system startups, and field demonstrations to validate performance.
  • Support business development efforts through technical input for proposals, presentations, and interviews.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Commissioning Manager should have:

  • 5+ years of commissioning, MEP, HVAC, BAS, or related technical engineering experience.
  • Degree in engineering or a related technical field, or equivalent military experience.
  • Strong analytical skills, including experience reviewing trended data and system performance.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interface with diverse technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
  • Moderate to advanced proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint (experience with Bluebeam, Visio, or VBA is a plus).
  • Ability to pass federal background checks and drug screening; valid driver's license.
  • US Citizenship (required for federal project access).



What's on Offer

  • Salary: $115K-$130K depending on experience.
  • Bonus: 0-20% annual performance bonus, with potential for higher earnings for top performers.
  • Travel: All project‑related travel expenses fully covered.
  • Benefits: Medical, dental, company‑matched 401(k), tuition reimbursement, and professional development support.
  • Long‑term career growth, including opportunities to help expand the commissioning division across the Mid‑Atlantic.



Contact
Shaun Littler
Quote job ref
JN-022026-6941053

Job summary

Sector
Construction
Sub Sector
Construction Planning
Industry
Property
Location
Washington
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Shaun Littler
Job Reference
JN-022026-6941053