Senior Commissioning Project Manager

Stok is a sustainability consulting and project delivery firm that helps organizations decarbonize through ESG, carbon, energy engineering, commissioning, and related services. The Senior Commissioning Project Manager will lead commissioning projects across their full lifecycle, manage client relationships and cross-disciplinary teams, and oversee project scope, quality, schedules, budgets, and financial performance.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the full lifecycle of commissioning projects, from scoping to closeout, including 75%+ direct project work and oversight of annual revenue portfolios of $250K+
• Scope and plan small to mid-size projects independently, developing detailed estimates, budgets, timelines, and deliverables in collaboration with internal and external teams
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, building trust through transparency, reliability, and proactive communication
• Translate strategic client goals into tactical project execution, navigating between big-picture outcomes and technical details
• Direct and support cross-disciplinary teams of professionals, coordinating closely with project coordinators and engineers while fostering development and accountability
• Navigate and lead diverse and complex engagements, including multi-stakeholder or geographically distributed teams
• Identify and pursue adjacent or vertically integrated opportunities that enhance client value and deepen partnerships
• Draft, review, and negotiate project-related contracts and documentation in collaboration with design and construction teams
• Monitor and manage financial health across projects, including earned revenue, forecasting, and risk mitigation
• Champion quality, ethics, and professionalism in every aspect of delivery, upholding Stok’s purpose and client promise

Requirements:

• 5–10 years of technical experience in building commissioning, MEP design, energy consulting, or related fields, with a minimum of 3 years in a project management role
• Demonstrated ability to lead the full lifecycle of commissioning projects independently, including scoping, budgeting, scheduling, and client engagement
• Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and controls systems in commercial buildings; able to interpret and apply construction documents and specifications
• Familiarity with commissioning best practices and standards (ASHRAE, LEED, CALGreen, Title 24)
• Experience coordinating across multiple disciplines and working with diverse teams, clients, and stakeholders
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Energy Engineering (or similar technical discipline)
• Skilled in financial oversight of projects, including forecasting, earned revenue tracking, and risk management
• Strong communication and documentation skills, especially in client-facing and team leadership settings
• Ability to independently lead multiple projects, manage delivery teams, and exceed expectations across scope, schedule, and budget
• Strong financial acumen, including forecasting, budgeting, and managing earned revenue against targets
• Strategic thinking with the ability to identify opportunities beyond the immediate project scope and coordinate cross-functionally to deliver value
• Ability to build and maintain trusted relationships with clients, teams, and stakeholders through honest, open communication
• A balance of systems thinking and executional precision — knowing when to zoom out and when to go deep
• Comfort operating with a high degree of autonomy, while contributing to a team culture grounded in feedback, impact, and learning
• A values-aligned mindset that supports Stok's commitment to environmental restoration and social equity
• CxA and PE preferred
• other relevant credentials (e.g., BCxP, LEED AP) are also valued
• Experience leading commissioning for large, mission-critical, or all-electric buildings
• Familiarity with commissioning analytics tools or continuous monitoring platforms (e.g., SkySpark, Fault Detection Diagnostics)
• Prior experience developing team capability or mentoring junior engineers and project managers
• Understanding of the commissioning business model within broader financial and strategic contexts (e.g., business case development, client ROI)
• Experience working in socially responsible or values-driven firms (e.g., B Corp, ILFI Just, employee-owned)