Senior Commissioning Engineer

JLL•Richmond, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward. Senior Commissioning Engineer Have fluency with all commissioning processes and deliverables covered in ASHRAE, CSA, and LEED commissioning requirements. Working knowledge and experience in Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing equipment/systems installation (means & methods), system startup and pre-functional testing, inspections, acceptance testing and associated commissioning activities. Work directly with General Contractors, MEP trades, inspectors, AHJs, and others involved with the QA/QC program execution for large critical facility construction and commissioning. Monitor, review, and execute all facets of Commissioning related projects by providing exceptional technical and field activities. In addition, the candidate will be expected to demonstrate strong management and technical functions throughout the design, pre-construction, construction, and post-construction phases of projects. Liaise with team members, outside consultants and contractors to assist CBA in leading cross functional teams on various projects. The candidate will protect JLL’s contractual position and ensure our work meets contracted requirements. Understanding and capability of how to develop strong Commissioning Plans and Commissioning Specifications. Implement and execute electrical and EPMS QA/QC inspection programs for large and medium, complex facility construction and commissioning projects including developing inspection and commissioning checklists, test scripts and procedures, and other required documentation required by the Owner’s and/or General Contractor’s QA/QC program. Carry out field-based commissioning activities, including: Site visits Develop Start-up and test forms; witness and approve contractor execution Develop Functional Test scripts; manage, direct and witness execution Develop Integrated Systems Test scripts, direct and witness execution Perform Commissioning Design Drawing & Specification Reviews, as well as Submittal (shop drawing) reviews. Chair Commissioning Meetings. Have fluency/understanding with how to use calibrated testing equipment used in the commissioning process (flow hoods, anemometers, pitot tubes, IR cameras, Power Quality Meters, various meters, etc.) Develop, track and resolve issues using an Issues Log. Understanding of how to develop and execute seasonal/performance tests. Ability to write detailed standard operating procedures (SOPs) and Methods-of-Procedures (MOPs). Ability to develop and compile project documentation into site/project specific Systems Manuals. Proficiency in use of QA/QC and Cx software applications such as BIM360, CxAlloy, Facility Grid, and other related QA/QC and Cx applications. Ability to develop/review/evaluate training programs for installed equipment and systems. The candidate will support, front to back, all of the project documentation requirements. The intent is to be accountable for the preparation, review, and issuance of same, and though these tasks may be delegated, there may/will be the need to personally prepare them to meet the required timelines. The candidate will perform, front to back, all the field activity components. This includes scheduling and coordinating JLL and project team members accordingly, ensuring our requirements are fulfilled by the contractor and relevant sub-trades, and maximizing efficiency/productivity of our staff. Additional Expectations Willingness to work 40 hrs/week for 50 consecutive weeks in Arlington, VA. Willingness to travel up to 50% to client sites across the USA Assist the team in meeting the demanding workload Fee management Time/Productivity management Conflict and personality management Quality management

Requirements

Fluency with all commissioning processes and deliverables covered in ASHRAE, CSA, and LEED commissioning requirements.
Working knowledge and experience in Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing equipment/systems installation (means & methods), system startup and pre-functional testing, inspections, acceptance testing and associated commissioning activities.
Work directly with General Contractors, MEP trades, inspectors, AHJs, and others involved with the QA/QC program execution for large critical facility construction and commissioning.
Fluency/understanding with how to use calibrated testing equipment used in the commissioning process (flow hoods, anemometers, pitot tubes, IR cameras, Power Quality Meters, various meters, etc.)
Ability to write detailed standard operating procedures (SOPs) and Methods-of-Procedures (MOPs).
Ability to develop and compile project documentation into site/project specific Systems Manuals.
Proficiency in use of QA/QC and Cx software applications such as BIM360, CxAlloy, Facility Grid, and other related QA/QC and Cx applications.
A recognized university degree or equivalent, Engineering Degree is preferred.
Ability to use electrical testing meters and equipment and analyze and report on test results including Power Quality Meters (PQM), thermography, NETA tests, ground tests, hi-pot, megger, etc.
Knowledge and experience in testing Utility transformers, UPS systems, generators and associated automated paralleling switchgear, ATSs and STSs, Fuel Oil systems, PDUs, EPMS, and other electrical power generation and distribution systems
A minimum of 10 years of relevant MEP engineering and/or field-testing experience with minimum of 5 years in providing building commissioning and/or construction QA/QC field services
Strong data management skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in MS Project, Word, and Excel
Demonstrated ability to coordinate and organize multiple project schedule inputs/performance data into a master schedule platform and deliver project/program status reports as required.
Demonstrated ability to analyze and report against contractor (and other third party) schedule updates received
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Any (or combination) of CEM/CBCP/CPMP/LEED designations is considered an asset
Prof Eng/PE or PMP designation is considered an asset
Master Electrician License is not required but an asset
Master Mechanic License is not required but is an asset
Experience working in a consultancy or owner organization is an asset
Willingness and ability to travel internationally when needed
Work fluency in Spanish and/or Portuguese, optional
Experience working as a Facility Manager is an asset
Experience working as an operating engineer in a data center or other mission critical facility is an asset

Responsibilities

Monitor, review, and execute all facets of Commissioning related projects by providing exceptional technical and field activities.
Demonstrate strong management and technical functions throughout the design, pre-construction, construction, and post-construction phases of projects.
Liaise with team members, outside consultants and contractors to assist CBA in leading cross functional teams on various projects.
Protect JLL’s contractual position and ensure our work meets contracted requirements.
Develop strong Commissioning Plans and Commissioning Specifications.
Implement and execute electrical and EPMS QA/QC inspection programs for large and medium, complex facility construction and commissioning projects including developing inspection and commissioning checklists, test scripts and procedures, and other required documentation required by the Owner’s and/or General Contractor’s QA/QC program.
Carry out field-based commissioning activities, including: Site visits
Develop Start-up and test forms; witness and approve contractor execution
Develop Functional Test scripts; manage, direct and witness execution
Develop Integrated Systems Test scripts, direct and witness execution
Perform Commissioning Design Drawing & Specification Reviews, as well as Submittal (shop drawing) reviews.
Chair Commissioning Meetings.
Develop, track and resolve issues using an Issues Log.
Develop and execute seasonal/performance tests.
Write detailed standard operating procedures (SOPs) and Methods-of-Procedures (MOPs).
Develop and compile project documentation into site/project specific Systems Manuals.
Develop/review/evaluate training programs for installed equipment and systems.
Support, front to back, all of the project documentation requirements.
Perform, front to back, all the field activity components.
Schedule and coordinate JLL and project team members accordingly, ensuring our requirements are fulfilled by the contractor and relevant sub-trades, and maximizing efficiency/productivity of our staff.
Assist the team in meeting the demanding workload
Fee management
Time/Productivity management
Conflict and personality management
Quality management