Commissioning Project Development Specialist

The Brewer-Garrett Company • Middleburg Heights, OH

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About The Position

The Commissioning Project Development Specialist combines technical commissioning expertise with client-facing project development. The role identifies and secures commissioning and retro-commissioning opportunities and leads their execution to improve building performance, reliability, and energy efficiency. It involves working directly with clients, solving technical challenges, and managing projects from opportunity through outcome. The position is based in Middleburg Heights, Ohio, and requires regional travel to client sites as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Building Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• At least 5 years of experience in commissioning, retro-commissioning, building automation systems (BAS), or energy services.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC systems and building controls.
• Experience working directly with clients in a technical or consultative role.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Willingness to travel regionally.

Nice To Haves

• Commissioning certifications such as CxA or BCxP.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with building owners, facility teams, engineers, and internal partners to develop commissioning opportunities.
• Identify client needs and develop commissioning and retro-commissioning solutions.
• Support proposal development, presentations, and contract negotiations.
• Lead commissioning and retro-commissioning projects from assessment through verification and closeout.
• Evaluate HVAC, controls, lighting, and building systems through site investigations and testing.
• Develop commissioning plans, documentation, and test procedures aligned with industry standards.
• Perform functional testing, trend analysis, and performance verification.
• Identify system issues, recommend improvements, and coordinate corrective actions.
• Train facility staff and support long-term system performance.
• Collaborate with internal engineering and operations teams.
• Travel to client sites as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives.
• Healthcare benefits.
• Retirement benefits.
• Paid time off.
• Opportunities to grow technical and leadership skills.

What This Job Offers

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