Senior Commissioning Engineer

McKim and Creed • Raleigh, NC

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About The Position

McKim & Creed is a unique, employee-owned firm. First and foremost, we value people. This means we not only hire great talent, we’ve also created an environment where each individual can grow, flourish and apply innovative thinking. As a result, we’ve created a world-class team of professionals within a nimble organization. That’s what our clients want. That’s why we succeed. Our clients hire us because of our people. McKim & Creed has a reputation for delivering state-of-the-art services with an eye toward sustainability and a focus on protecting and enhancing our environmental resources. Our engineers, landscape architects, planners and project managers are committed to the innovation, sustainability and resource efficiencies that lead to a cleaner, safer and more sustainable future. We have an exciting opportunity to join our Building Energy Infrastructure (BEI) team . If you want to work at a company that will help you become the best you can be, we’re glad you found McKim & Creed. WATCH THIS VIDEO TO LEARN MORE ABOUT WHAT IT’S LIKE TO BE A PART OF OUR TEAM! YOUR DAY-TO-DAY WILL INCLUDE: Provide construction and acceptance phase commissioning services including completion of pre-functional checklists, issue documentation and tracking, and functional performance testing of HVAC systems, building lighting and lighting control systems, power systems including emergency power and plumbing systems. Project assignments include supporting the Senior Commissioning Engineer in completion of pre-functional checklists, issue log documentation and tracking, functional performance testing, and compiling the final commissioning report. Communicates clearly with the project team (owner, contractor, and McKim & Creed team members).

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience with new building or existing building commissioning including on-site testing.
• A Bachelor's degree from an ABET accredited program in mechanical or electrical engineering.
• Must demonstrate experience in providing the following commissioning activities: Review contractor submittals. Review contractor Requests for Information (RFIs) for updates to project design and construction. Perform or supervise contractor completion of pre-functional checklists. Coordinate, witness, and document execution of the FPTs performed by the contractor. Document and track to closure issues identified during completion of pre-functional checklists and FPTs. Compile all commissioning related documentation to be incorporated into the Final Commissioning Report.
• Able to relate technical knowledge to a non-technical audience.
• Must be proficient in reading/understanding architectural, electrical, and low voltage drawings and specifications.
• Skills and abilities should include the following: Report writing and carrying out assignments from conception to completion. Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills. Willing and able to deal constructively with conflicts. Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 software programs including SharePoint, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Physical abilities include but are not limited to: lifting/carrying 50 pounds (occasionally) and 20 pounds (frequently), climbing stairs or ladders, looking up/down, negotiating construction sites while walking extensively, bending, stooping, and kneeling.
• Ability to work independently with limited direction.
• Works with, responds to, and takes direction from the Senior Commissioning Agent.
• Requires a valid driver's license and an acceptable motor vehicle and criminal record.

Nice To Haves

• Commissioning licensing a plus as Certified Commissioning Professional (CCP), as a Certified Building Commissioning Professional a plus (CBCP), or as a Certified Commissioning Agent (CxA).
• Licensure as a registered professional engineer is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide construction and acceptance phase commissioning services including completion of pre-functional checklists, issue documentation and tracking, and functional performance testing of HVAC systems, building lighting and lighting control systems, power systems including emergency power and plumbing systems.
• Project assignments include supporting the Senior Commissioning Engineer in completion of pre-functional checklists, issue log documentation and tracking, functional performance testing, and compiling the final commissioning report.
• Communicates clearly with the project team (owner, contractor, and McKim & Creed team members).

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): All employees are owners & benefit from profits earned
• Competitive pay + paid holidays, bereavement and parental, medical, and military leave
• Multiple office locations to work from: Stick close to home or travel for a change of scenery
• Growth opportunities & training: Grow confidently in your career with our mentoring & training options
• Professional development: Tuition reimbursement, early career professional program, online courses & more
• Work that makes a difference: See the direct impact your work has on our communities
• Collaborative, supportive team: People to help you solve problems, cheer successes & encourage you along the way

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees