Commissioning Engineer 2

dbHMS•Davenport, IA

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Firm Overview Do more than just build! At dbHMS, we are a collection of doers and thinkers. We combine our passion for engineering with our client’s vision to realize successful construction projects in our community and worldwide. Together with our clients, we are dedicated to leaving a legacy of stewardship and innovation through our impact on the built environment. Our staff of talented individuals and unique characters is united in their dedication to delivering high-performance, efficient, and sustainable buildings worldwide. Our Commissioning (Cx) Studio team, in our Davenport office is seeking a Commissioning Engineer 2 . This role will provide Cx project management by reviewing the design as it evolves, testing the as-built enclosures and equipment, and monitoring systems and energy use for a variety of projects while working closely with clients, contractors, architects, and MEP engineers. Our dynamic work environment provides the perfect opportunity to advance your career while developing and fine-tuning your skills along with offering a supportive office culture, diverse workforce, flexible work schedules, and regular social events. At dbHMS, you will find everything you need for an exciting, challenging, and rewarding career. dbHMS is committed to a diverse workforce and to providing a safe, accessible workplace. Most duties will be performed in an office environment. dbHMS currently operates with both hybrid and remote-only work policies. The remainder of the duties will be performed in a combination of office environment and construction/field environment which will involve trips to project sites.

Requirements

Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree in an accredited and related 4-year Engineering program.
Engineering work background, minimum 3+ years of experience.
Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook to perform project-related office functions.
Ability to provide clear and well-written memorandums, emails, and reports to clients (building owners, architects, engineers) regarding project-specific system performance and energy-efficiency evaluations.
Adaptability to work on a flexible schedule as needed.
Willingness to travel, occasionally overnight, up to 20% per year.
Ability to multi-task by working on multiple overlapping projects.
Motivated self-starter and fast learner committed to on-the-job training and personal self-development through continuing education.

Nice To Haves

Previous commissioning, design, construction, or facilities field experience preferred.
E.I.T. or P.E. preferred.
Previous Construction, Facilities Management, or Quality Assurance work experience.
Specialty skills and/or certifications in systems such as LEED AP, CEM, CBCP, etc.
Knowledge of building codes, design guidelines, and industry construction standards.

Responsibilities

Provide Cx project management by reviewing the design as it evolves, testing the as-built enclosures and equipment, and monitoring systems and energy use for a variety of projects while working closely with clients, contractors, architects, and MEP engineers.
Analyze buildings and how integrated components operate.
Monitor a design as it evolves, test the as-built building enclosures and equipment, and monitor the building systems operation and energy use.
Review drawings, write test procedures, and test building systems and record the results.
Apply knowledge of engineering to understand systems in building designs.
Understand building codes and apply information from them to proposed plans.
Conduct quality assurance reviews to ensure engineering quality and accurate technical content of project documents.
Survey existing buildings and identify discipline-specific systems and components.
Review design documents for compliance with LEED and energy code requirements to ensure buildings run sustainably, as designed.
Comprehend sequences of operation in control equipment and spot problems that will prevent proper operation, and therefore be less environmentally sustainable.
Review, provide, or edit Commissioning related project specifications.
Write functional tests for equipment based on design and construction documents.
Review Submittals and RFI’s and identify any deviations from the design intent.
Perform Design Reviews and seek input from senior staff.
Perform site visits and prepares Field Observation Reports.
Perform functional testing in the field, collect and evaluate building system data using both the building control system and portable data logging equipment.
Evaluate and submit documentation for LEED, WELL Building, and other certifications related to green buildings, renewable energy, and sustainability.
Diagnose, analyze, troubleshoot, and solve complex building system problems with assistance from Senior Staff members.
Prioritize work effectively.
Communicate directly with the construction team and building owners in a professional manner.
Receives guidance from Senior Engineers to improve performance capacity.
Seeks out and applies new information and processes from external sources.