Commissioning Agent

Professional Engineering Consultants • Wichita, KS

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Commissioning Agent will be responsible for the execution of building commissioning (Cx) processes (new/re/retro/continuous), energy auditing and building retrofit applications, support for sustainability certification applications, and measurement and verification techniques.

Requirements

• Ability to work independently and with others.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Knowledge and skill in determining project requirements, setting the project scope of work, determining design budgets, determining preliminary construction budgets, and review of contracts.
• Strong work ethic.
• Proficiency in Microsoft (Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote)
• Basic Knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems. construction, and components.
• Knowledge of mechanical and control's system startup, TAB, and Functional Testing
• Knowledge of construction drawings, specifications, bid process, and ancillary industry documents
• Aptitude to solve problems independently and in a team environment
• Affective verbal and written communication skills
• Public speaking and presentation skills
• Adaptability to varying indoor and outdoor working conditions
• Must be proficient in NEBB, and/or ASHRAE commissioning procedures.
• Bachelor's Degree in a building design related engineering discipline such as mechanical Construction Management, or a related field is preferred
• Minimum 3 years’ experience of hands-on systems commissioning experience for facilities construction projects is preferred.
• Experience with reading and interpreting architectural and engineering drawings.

Nice To Haves

• Certification by a nationally recognized commissioning organization such as NEBB, including any Cx Certification, is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manages and delivers Commissioning Services for valued clients and their projects
• Develops Cx plans and specifications.
• Attends Cx pre-proposal meetings, Cx kick-off meetings and additional meetings as required for designated Cx projects.
• Executes and manages Cx assignments encompassing both in office and on-site activities and requirements.
• Monitors Cx activities on an ongoing basis to ensure timely and efficient completion of Cx work and ensure compliance of project contract Cx requirements.
• Develops and/or maintains documentation of Cx projects and milestone events in completion of Cx projects to provide timely and uniform periodic management information reports.
• Review project schedules for Cx events and provide feedback for Cx budget reports.
• Receives and reviews project as-built drawings, O&M manuals, warranty manuals and commissioning reports.
• Analyzes contracts, reviews plans, drawings, specifications, and submittals and verifies commissioning schedules as required.
• Identifies deficiencies and out-of-scope work requirements and initiates appropriate measures with assigned project manager to facilitate project completion.
• Maintains schedules, ensuring proper resources are allocated to each Cx task.
• Audits all sites during Cx to ensure desired scope, quality, and schedules are met.
• Supports and participates in coordination and implementation of Cx and performance testing processes and methodologies, and detailed capture and effective recording of these project details and findings.
• Reviews design drawings and specifications and reports to Clients interpreting whether proposed design satisfies the Owner's Project Requirements.
• Supports Cx team in active field reviews, testing, issue capture and issues resolution of mechanical, electrical and automation related technical services within facilities.
• Prepares and develops detailed and concise reports and support documentation.
• Witnesses and documents air and water balancing procedures and balancing results.
• Witnesses and documents automation controls verifications and sensor calibrations.
• Assists in generating Functional Performance test scripts based upon project specific sequences of operation for mechanical and electrical systems.
• Assists in facilitating, witnesses and documenting functional performance testing of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Work collaboratively to support the Firm’s Engineering Team to provide Cx services in all applicable markets.
• Develop Cx scopes of services and Cx fees.
• Other projects and responsibilities may be added at the company’s discretion.

Benefits

• The work environment is business casual, friendly, respectful, and team oriented with daily peer interactions regarding work progress, client needs and project-specific technical issues.
• We strive to create an enjoyable work environment with support and opportunities for positive career growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level