Commissioning Agent

Henderson Companies•Houston, TX

About The Position

Henderson Building Solutions is looking for a Commissioning Agent to join their Commissioning Team in Houston. The employee is responsible for developing, budgeting, managing, and executing building systems commissioning, retro-commissioning, and ongoing commissioning projects. The employee is responsible for both client and employee management on a project level. In addition, the employee serves as a technical resource for other members of the commissioning team for both commissioning and design issues. The employee also trains employees, generates schedules and determines staffing requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field of construction or engineering preferred. Common examples include Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Science, Construction Engineering or Construction Management
High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required
Commissioning certification(s) required (NEBB, BCxA, AABC, ASHRAE)
Valid driver’s license
Ability to reliably and predictably carry out the functions of this job
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Able to work with a high degree of independence without the need for oversight or mentoring
Ability to multi-task and think critically
Time management skills
Ability to understand drawings and specifications and how they translate into a building
Understanding of mechanical and electrical systems for commercial, institutional and light industrial facilities as they relate to commissioning
Advanced knowledge of Automation and controls systems, HVAC systems, plumbing, fire alarm/life safety systems, lighting and lighting controls, and test and balance
Have an understanding of building energy codes, ASHRAE, ACG and LEED commissioning requirements
Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, Revit and Bluebeam
Must demonstrate proficiency in all core competencies as described and characterized in this job description.
Significant travel required – approximately 50% of time.
Must be flexible and able to travel with little notice.
Prolonged periods of sitting or standing at a desk and working on a computer.
Ability to read, write and communicate in English

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineering License preferred
OHSA training preferred

Responsibilities

Develops and maintains client relationships.
Creates proposals for work based on RFPs or owner requests.
Setups projects and folders.
Coordinates scheduling of site visits with contractors and clients.
Determines staffing requirements to complete projects.
Manages project billing and budgets.
Creates and/or reviews owner project requirements and basis of design documents, construction plans and specifications.
Reviews drawings and maintains a record of comments.
Generates checklists and tests for equipment.
Leads and attends commissioning meetings.
Makes site visits to complete pre-functional test checklists.
Interacts with appropriate subcontractors.
Generates site observation and issues reports.
Reviews equipment submittals and maintains a record of comments.
Creates custom functional performance test scripts for each piece of equipment to be commissioned using the approved submittal and design documents as a guide.
Coordinates the review of these documents with the construction team prior to acceptance testing.
Makes site visits to complete functional performance tests.
Generates site observation and issues reports.
Generates final reports.
Makes presentations as needed.
Identifies, secures, and/or manages relationships with outside organizations, potential clients and owners.
Maintain high level of client satisfaction through project execution in order to gain repeat business.

Benefits

Flexible Work Hours (Because we all need to balance work and life.)
Casual Dress Code (Be yourself, please.)
Paid Volunteer Time (We literally pay you to volunteer.)
Paid Parental Leave (Because we know both parents deserve to be there for a new child.)
Health and Wellness Initiatives (Get Fit and Stay Fit.)
Receptive and Forward-Thinking Leadership (Our doors are always open.)
Clear Career Path Options (We want you to excel.)
Industry-leading 401K match and profit sharing (When the company succeeds, we all share in that success.)
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (Yes, our employees are the owners.)
Paid Training for Professional Development (We’ll pay for the time you take getting better at what you do.)
Performance Bonuses (When you do well, we reward you for your work.)
Comprehensive and Extensive Insurance (We’ve got you covered.)
Paid Term Life and Disability (We’ve got your family covered, too.)
Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Accounts (We'll help you take advantage of tax savings.)
Paid Time Off and Sick Time off (Take a break. You deserve it!)
Financial Wellness & Coaching Program (Financial security makes you a happier team member.)