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This role ensures that commissioning execution is technically rigorous and consistent across all projects and sites - not dependent on the expertise of specific individuals - by developing field competency, owning technical standards and SOPs, and driving continuous improvement of processes and workflows.\nThe Program Manager of Technical Development partners directly with the Program Manager - Projects and Program Manager - People verticals and reports to the Associate Director, providing the technical input that informs staffing readiness, delivery risk, and training investment decisions across the program.\nThis role's primary objective is to ensure the technical execution of commissioning work is correct, consistent, and scalable across all Field Services programs, and to build a workforce technically capable of handling complex systems and abnormal conditions without dependency on a small group of senior experts.\nThis person will communicate and operate in line with organizational goals and values, as well as departmental objectives.\nESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS\nOwn Technical Standards and Processes (30%)\nDevelop, implement, and maintain commissioning SOPs, workflows, templates, and client programmatic requirements across all programs\nEnsure consistent application of technical standards across all active projects and sites; monitor compliance and address deviations proactively\nOwn the technical onboarding process for new projects and programs: ensure workflows are integrated, client-specific requirements are documented, and field teams are trained prior to execution\nMaintain a centralized, accessible repository of technical processes, deliverables, and field insights\nProvide technical input on proposals and scope reviews to ensure execution approach, staffing qualifications, and deliverable commitments are technically sound\nDevelop Field Capability and Competency (25%)\nIdentify technical skill gaps across the workforce and develop structured plans to close them through training, mentoring, and field coaching\nDeliver or coordinate onsite technical training, hands-on instruction, and real-time coaching during commissioning execution\nEnsure the workforce develops depth in troubleshooting, system-level understanding, and abnormal condition response - not just procedural execution capability\nPartner with Program Manager - People on development planning; provide technical competency input into promotion readiness calibration\nAssess Technical Lead and SME performance; identify development needs and succession candidates within the technical track\nManage Technical Escalation and Field Oversight (20%)\nServe as the primary escalation point for complex technical issues during commissioning and testing; resolve at the Program Manager of Technical Development level before escalating to the Associate Director\nProvide direct technical oversight and support during critical project phases, high-risk testing activities, or complex system integrations\nEnsure accuracy and technical rigor in testing documentation, commissioning plans, and reports\nAudit technical deliverable quality across active projects; identify recurring issues and initiate root cause analysis and standards updates as needed\nConduct regular site visits to observe technical execution firsthand, validate standards compliance, and deliver field coaching\nDrive Continuous Improvement and Knowledge Management (15%)\nCapture lessons learned across projects and systematically incorporate findings into SOPs, workflows, and training content\nDrive iterative improvement of technical processes - standards should become more efficient, scalable, and consistently adopted over time\nIdentify recurring technical execution gaps and develop programmatic responses rather than one-off interventions\nContribute to routine reporting by preparing the technical capability and standards compliance section for Associate Director review and compilation\nEnsure Cross-Functional Alignment and Project Onboarding (10%)\nPartner with Program Manager - Projects to ensure technical standards are applied in the field; provide early warning on technical gaps that may affect schedule, quality, or delivery risk\nPartner with Program Manager - People to align training priorities with workforce readiness and communicate technical capability requirements that inform staffing and hiring decisions\nProvide technical input to the Associate Director on capability gaps, workforce readiness, and technical risk posture across the program portfolio\nCoordinate with the Associate Director of Technical Development on programmatic and departmental standardization and training initiatives\nCompletion of Assigned Tasks and Deliverables on Time and on Budget\nPerforms Other Related Duties as Assigned \nPOSITION REQUIREMENTS (ADVANCED LEVEL FOR ALL THE FOLLOWING)\nDeep technical expertise in electrical and/or mechanical commissioning systems\nDemonstrated ability to develop and enforce technical standards at program scale\nExperience developing SOPs, workflows, and technical process documentation\nAdvanced troubleshooting and system-level thinking capability\nStrong training, mentoring, and technical knowledge-transfer capability\nAbility to translate field observations into scalable process improvements\nAbility to leverage AI and emerging technologies to improve standards development, training delivery, and technical documentation\nAbility to operate effectively in a high-growth, distributed, remote environment\nAbility to work successfully in a remote environment thru effective communication and organizational skills, self-motivation, proactiveness and resourcefulness in a distraction free workspace\nAbility to communicate effectively in both oral and written form (technical and non-technical information)\nAbility to work successfully as a member of a team and independently with moderate supervision\nAbility to analyze complex information and develop plans to address identified issues\nProficient in MS Office Suite and commissioning documentation tools\nOrganizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously\nPHYSICAL DEMANDS\nThe following physical demands must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\nWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is\nFrequently manipulating, moving or grasping small parts, devices or tools\nFrequently required to remain in a stationary position\nFrequently moving through office, critical facility and other environments (such as low temperatures, high temperatures and outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind), including tight and confined spaces\nOn occasion the employee may be required to position self under or over equipment\nOn occasion the employee may move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds\nTRAVEL / RELOCATION REQUIREMENTS\nApproximately 50% domestic travel; may include any or all 50 US states\nOccasional international travel required based on program needs\nMust reside near a major airport\nMust hold a valid driver's license and ability to rent vehicles\nMust hold or be able to obtain a valid REAL ID or passport for domestic air travel\nTravel is defined as physically leaving home on behalf of business activities including but not limited to client sites, meetings with other employees, meetings for business development purposes, running errands on behalf of the business, attending industry conferences, etc.\nEDUCATION / EXPERIENCE\nBachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field - or equivalent experience\nPLUS\nMinimum 8 years' experience in commissioning or mission-critical construction\nMust hold or be able to obtain NFPA 70E and OSHA 30 certifications as required\nBENEFITS\nDLB Associates offers a very competitive benefits package; highlights include\nChoice of comprehensive medical plans (including two PPO-style plans and a HDHP w/ HSA option)\nFlex spending accounts (FSA)\nDental and vision plans\nComprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits extended to spouse / domestic partner and dependent children up to age 26\n401k with company match and self-directed brokerage account option\nPTO including additional paid time off during the last week of the year\nCompany paid life insurance coverage for employees and their eligible dependents\nShort and long-term disability, AD&D coverage\nProfessional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement and professional licensing assistance\nPaid parental leave after one year of employment\nCO, CA, IL, NY, WA, and Washington DC residents only: In accordance with CO, CA, IL, NY, WA, and Washington DC law, the range provided is DLB's reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount may differ based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and location.\nDLB Associates is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and participates in the E-Verify program with the Department of Homeland Security. We encourage diversity in our workforce.\nAre you ready to challenge yourself and redefine standards in the AEC industry? Apply now and join our award-winning team!\nNOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:\nDLB does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to DLB in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where DLB has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. 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