Senior Commissioning Agent

TAITEM - Technology As If The Earth Mattered Sustainability. Energy. Design. Engineering excellence since 1989 Are you looking for an engaging new opportunity to begin the next step in your career? Do you feel excited when you think about energy efficiency and sustainable building design? Do you want to work with a team that combines hands-on field experience with deep technical expertise—planning, modeling, designing, commissioning, testing, and verifying hundreds of buildings across the Northeast? We have what you're looking for! Come join the Taitem team as our next Senior Commissioning Agent, located in beautiful Ithaca, NY! Who We Are Founded in 1989, Taitem Engineering, DPC, undertakes consulting services in the areas of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and structural design, commissioning, energy modeling, sustainability consulting, energy studies, and energy research. Taitem's mission is embodied in its name, "Technology as if the Earth Mattered." Taitem's clients include public and private entities, and its projects include buildings in all sectors as well as program- and agency-level support. Taitem's staff includes licensed professional engineers, LEED-accredited professionals, BPI-certified energy auditors, certified energy managers, and certified Passive House consultants. In 2013, Taitem was certified as a B-Corporation, meeting rigorous standards of social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency. Its main office is a "recycled" nineteenth-century building in downtown Ithaca, which is LEED Platinum certified and on track to becoming net-zero. What You Will Do The Senior Commissioning Agent leads and supports a variety of commissioning projects in schools, healthcare, municipal, multifamily buildings and more. This role also includes the opportunity to work on measurement and verification projects most often associated with research into novel and/or cutting-edge technologies. This is a great opportunity to use your experience working on projects that are making an impact on the built environment as we move towards decarbonization. Current active projects include projects funded by the Department of Energy, National Renewable Energy Lab, and NYSERDA. Key responsibilities include leading and managing commissioning processes for various projects and ensuring that project goals meet performance and quality standards. The Senior Commissioning Agent will collaborate with designers, contractors, and clients to ensure all systems and components are designed, installed, tested, and operational according to project requirements. The role also includes documenting processes, identifying inefficiencies, and providing recommendations for improvement.

• Create commissioning plans, documentation, reports, and client manuals
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues during equipment testing phase
• Support the Cx and M&V Service Manager in the development of additional commissioning leads and responses to RFPs
• Complete projects on time and on budget
• Review the technical work of others for accuracy
• Keep up to date with technological trends and changes in a rapidly evolving market
• Support Measurement & Verification (M&V) projects, including developing M&V plans; specifying, procuring, and installing monitoring equipment; data analysis; and report writing
• Maintain effective communication with Taitem's Cx and M&V Service Manager, clients, and internal project teams What You Will Bring At least 5 years of demonstrated experience commissioning building mechanical, plumbing, lighting, and control systems in NYS under various codes, standards and methods such as: new construction (NYS ECCC), LEED (Enhanced and Fundamental), NYC

LL87, GSA

building commissioning, existing buildings, ongoing/continuous commissioning, renovation and gut rehab projects, and NYSERDA program compliant commissioning.

• Ability to design and implement data collection systems including methods of storing, accessing the data remotely and data management.
• Experience manipulating large datasets and interpreting results into meaningful and statistically accurate insights
• Operate and make decisions independently
• Manage project budgets, workflow, and schedules, including a deep understanding of contractual obligations
• Knowledge of building energy systems, including new or novel HVAC equipment, and building science, specifically in commercial, institutional, and multifamily buildings
• Review documents and deliverables and provide constructive feedback
• Solid understanding of the building construction process and NYS codes
• Train and mentor junior staff
• Impeccable attention to detail
• Proficiency in MS Windows and Office, particularly

Excel Preferred Certifications:

• Existing Building Commissioning Professional, Association of Energy Engineers,
• Certified Commissioning Professional, Building Commissioning Association,
• Professional Engineer What We Offer Taitem supports flexible work hours and a hybrid work environment , with in-office and remote work.

The successful candidate must, however, be able to meet with team members in Ithaca, NY and visit project sites in Central New York and throughout New York State. The recruiting range for this position is between $80,000/yr and $125,000/yr based on 40 hours per week depending on the skills and experience of the applicant. This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position. Medical, dental, and vision insurance with no-cost options Flexible work hours Paid time off including vacation, holidays, sick leave, and paid family leave Overtime compensation Professional development funds Voluntary supplemental disability and life insurance 401(k) plan Profit sharing Employee assistance program. A commitment to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion, family-friendly policies, and support for excellence make Taitem a life-sustaining place to work. Taitem Engineering is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourages applications from women and people of color.

How to apply:

Please submit your letter of interest and resume at: https://www.fitzii.com/apply/97609

• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Pay:

$80,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) AD&D insurance Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid jury duty Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Ithaca, NY 14850