Commissioning Reliability Manager

Commissioning & Reliability ManagerLocations: Phoenix, Dallas, Lubbock, Ohio and PittsburghSalary $165,000- $200,000

Role SummaryThe Commissioning & Reliability Manager is responsible for ensuring operational readiness and full integrity of mission-critical facilities. Acting as the technical link between Construction and Operations, this role oversees third-party Commissioning Agents (CxA), validates system performance, and ensures a Zero-Defect Turnover. Success is defined by effective Integrated Systems Testing (Level 4 & 5) and flawless handover to operation
s.
Key ResponsibilitiesCommissioning Leadership & OversightLead and manage third-party Commissioning Agents (CxA)Review and audit commissioning plans, scripts, and test execut
ion
Quality & Systems ValidationEnsure full compliance with Sequence of Operations (SOO)Validate Mechanical, Electrical, and Controls systems performanceGate systems through commissioning stages based on readi
ness
Risk & Issue ManagementMaintain and manage the master Commissioning Issue Log (Cx Log)Categorize and drive resolution of Critical/High/Medium/Low issuesLead Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for major issuesDevelop mitigation plans, including workarounds and MOPs where n
eeded
Project & Contractor AccountabilityHold contractors and vendors accountable to schedule and design intentCoordinate with engineers, architects, and site teams to resolve issuesEnsure alignment between construction and operational requir
ements
Reporting & CommunicationProvide regular updates on commissioning status, risks, and outcomesCommunicate issues and action plans to leadership and stake
holders
Tools, Training & Continuous ImprovementManage and utilize commissioning platforms (e.g., Cx Alloy or equivalent)Train third-party teams and internal stakeholders on commissioning standardsIdentify process improvements and strengthen risk tracking systemsCapture lessons learned and improve future project e
xecution
Experience5–7 years in commissioning, reliability, or environmental compliance rolesExperience managing complex mechanical/electrical systems in mission-critical environmentsStrong background in contractor management and system turnover processesExperience with air quality compliance and generator systems
preferred
Technical SkillsKnowledge of commissioning processes, SOO validation, and IST testingFamiliarity with commissioning or data platforms (e.g., Cx Alloy)Strong Excel and data analysis skillsUnderstanding of SCADA/DCIM systems
is a plus
Key CompetenciesStrong analytical and problem-solving abilityHigh attention to detail and documentation accuracyStrong leadership and contractor management skillsEffective communication across technical and non-technical teamsAbility to make decisions under pressure and manage competing prioritiesCommitment to safety, quality, and operational
excellence