Lead Consultant - Commissioning

WSP • Orlando, FL

73d • $103,000 - $145,000

About The Position

WSP USA is initiating a search for a Full-time Lead - Commissioning for our Orlando, FL office. Other locations considered. Provides support to technical staff, engineers, and project managers to validate construction, integrity, operability, and the commissioning of building systems and facilities projects in the public and private sector. Tasks may include basic assistance with the planning, directing, coordinating, testing, and commissioning and retro commissioning of building systems including HVAC, steam, compressed air, chilled water, plumbing, and automation. Generates accurate and concise reports and documentation regarding assigned equipment configuration, optimization studies, system functional testing, readiness testing, and the transition from the construction phase to full operations. Ensures that responsibilities are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards for performance, reliability, safety, and security for building inhabitants.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or closely related discipline or equivalent years of industry experience.
• 7 to 10 years of relevant post education experience in discipline with prior building and systems commissioning experience.
• Proficient with building commissioning principles, practices, process, design/build, and the application to project work-related issues.
• Extensive knowledge of smart building design.
• Experience with building planning, design, and installation management.
• Well-defined specific knowledge of relevant building technology/system installation and/or construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
• Well-developed ability to make technical computations and calculations.
• Ability to plan and conduct inspections and investigations.
• Highly effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated high-level of self-leadership with attention to detail.
• Works independently with minimal oversight.
• Highly proficient with technical writing, office automation, load calculations, discipline-specific design software.
• Well-developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated effectiveness at coordinating and assertively directing subcontractors.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements.
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree is preferred.
• Essential or enhancing professional licensure/certification.
• Interest in obtaining LEED certification desired.
• A member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice organizations.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance with collecting, compiling, and analyzing data from the physical work site during various construction phases.
• Perform professional building and system commissioning work by conducting research and inspections of proposed and existing site conditions.
• Develop and oversee configuration, testing specifications, and readiness plans.
• Involved from project inception to completion for commissioning work deliverables throughout the various project work phases.
• Develop and incorporate advanced technologies, monitoring, modeling techniques, design requirements, load calculations, and operating strategies.
• Verify site characteristics and provide technical assistance on various design, installation, and integration issues.
• Oversee and monitor cross-functional teams to execute project work on mid-level and/or multiple concurrent projects.
• Coordinate, review and approve commissioning and operational plans.
• Prepare data and visualizations such as tables, charts, reports, sketches, calculations, and other illustrations.
• Maintain quality control standards, document logs of control and equipment functionality testing and verification.
• Assist with development and scoping of medium- to large-sized commissioning projects.
• Provide guidance and training to entry-level to mid-level commissioning staff.
• Prepare comprehensive technical reports and presentations.
• Analyze, evaluate, and interpret data obtained during site assessments.
• Prepare and implement site Health and Safety Plans (HASPs).
• Interact with any applicable regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and clients.
• Collaborate with other professionals on public and privately-funded building improvement and development projects.
• Remain current in latest commissioning techniques and practices.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Benefits

• Coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life.
• Retirement savings.
• Paid sick leave.
• Paid vacation (or other personal time).
• Paid parental leave.
• Paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees