Commissioning Engineer, NoVA and DC

ABOUT THE ROLE

Commissioning Engineer / Commissioning Agent implements commissioning tasks in a client facing position. Administers tasks of the commissioning process for building HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing and similar systems, from concept design through functional testing of systems to post occupancy. This position supports highly technical and complex renovation and new construction projects.

LOCATION

Washington, DV, Northern Virgina, and surrounding areas. Position is primarily to serve the Northern Virginia, Washington DC, and surrounding Maryland area. However occasional regional travel may be needed for project testing. When not testing in field this is a work-from-home position if desired, or located in our Dupont Circle or Tysons office if preferred.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Verify that systems are designed, installed, and operate within the basis of design and specified criteria. Review and verify MEP systems design documents, construction submittals, and sequences of operation for conformance. Plan, chair, and document project commissioning meetings. Write details system checklists and functional performance operational tests to check each and every system point, mode, input, output, etc. Conduct site walks and inspections and create site observation visit reports and document the results. Direct onsite system testing and monitoring of complex and integrated systems. Track and proactively resolve issues with contractors, engineers, and owners. Create reports and project deliverables with proper grammar and formatting to create professional deliverables. For complex projects work under the guidance of senior level staff and for less complex projects lead the commissioning team independently.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in engineering or relevant building science, plus two years of relevant experience, or 10 years equivalent work in MEP systems. Knowledge of MEP systems installation and operation required.

Software:

Microsoft Word, including detailed formatting. Microsoft excel, including processing and analyzing large amounts of BAS trend data. Network file management. Ability to edit PDF documents. Ability to create formatted layouts preferred. Prior use of commissioning online software preferred. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future

Preferred Skills Certificates and Licenses:

Preferred to have passed the FE and on track for Professional Engineer (PE). LEED AP and on track for commissioning certification (such as CxA, CCP, or BCxP) preferred.

Communication:

Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable and courteous service to customers. Ability to effectively present information using technical writing skills, including detailed document formatting.

Organizational Skills:

Strong organizational skills with ability to independently track many ongoing tasks and organize large amounts of project files and correspondence.

Financial Knowledge:

Ability to manage tasks and scope within the given budgets.

Reasoning:

Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret complex construction documents and operation of building controls systems; address complex project team dynamics; and troubleshooting building system operation.