Commissioning Director

About Suffolk

Suffolk is a national enterprise that builds, innovates, and invests. We provide end‑to‑end construction management services and complementary business lines in real estate investment, design, self‑perform construction, and technology startup investment through our Seamless Platform, which integrates data, AI, and advanced technology to connect design, construction, and operations for smarter, more predictable results.

We are seeking a Commissioning Director to lead the expansion of commissioning services across the Western United States. The Director will build and oversee a regional commissioning practice, delivering commissioning services for complex, high‑performance buildings and integrating commissioning leadership directly into construction delivery.

• Regional Commissioning Practice Leadership
  • Lead commissioning services across Suffolk’s Western Region offices.
  • Establish regional commissioning practices aligned with national standards.
  • Build and grow a regional commissioning team, including managers and engineers.
  • Refine commissioning methodologies and best practices for complex project delivery.
• Technical Commissioning Leadership
  • Serve as commissioning lead for complex building projects as either a commissioning manager or third‑party commissioning authority.
  • Design Phase Commissioning – review OPR and BOD, conduct design reviews, provide technical recommendations for performance and operational reliability.
  • Construction Phase Commissioning – review submittals, installation documentation, start‑up reports, pre‑functional checklists; coordinate activities with contractors, engineers, and owners; conduct site visits to verify readiness.
  • Functional Performance Testing – lead or witness testing of HVAC, electrical power distribution, emergency/standby power, building automation, life safety, and renewable energy systems; identify deficiencies and support corrective actions.
  • High‑Performance Building Delivery – support commissioning strategies for high‑performance buildings and decarbonization initiatives; verify system performance relative to energy efficiency and operational objectives; provide technical insight into performance optimization.
• Client Engagement & Industry Leadership
  • Serve as a trusted technical advisor to owners and communicate strategies to stakeholders.
  • Participate in proposal development and client pursuits for commissioning services.
  • Represent Suffolk commissioning services in industry forums and professional organizations.
• Team Leadership & Mentorship
  • Manage and mentor commissioning managers and engineers.
  • Support recruiting and onboarding of commissioning professionals.
  • Provide technical guidance and professional development for staff.
  • Promote technical excellence and collaboration across project teams.
• Digital Commissioning & Performance Verification
  • Implement digital commissioning workflows and utilize monitoring and data acquisition tools.
  • Support development of data‑driven commissioning processes and building performance analytics.

• Education
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Architectural Engineering, or a related ABET‑accredited discipline.
• Experience
  • 12–15 years of experience in building systems commissioning, building engineering, or related fields.
  • Demonstrated leadership of commissioning teams on complex projects.
  • Preferred project experience: laboratories and life sciences facilities, healthcare facilities, higher education buildings, central utility plants, and district energy systems.
• Professional Certifications (Preferred)
  • Certified Commissioning Professional (CCP)
  • CxA Certification
  • Certified Energy Manager
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred
• Technical Expertise
  • Strong knowledge of commissioning processes and building systems: mechanical systems, air handling, chilled water/heating, heat pump, laboratory HVAC, central utility plants, electrical distribution, emergency power, UPS, electrical acceptance testing, building automation, system integration, and performance optimization.
  • Familiarity with ASHRAE 90.1 and ASHRAE 202, BCa, NECA, NEDB TAB procedures.
• Professional Competencies
  • Strong technical…