HDR · 18 hours ago
Commissioning Agent
HDR is an established leader in building commissioning, and they are seeking a Commissioning Agent to join their team in North Carolina. The role involves managing and validating the commissioning of building engineering services, ensuring optimal system performance, and providing consultative advice throughout the project cycle.
Responsibilities
Acting as a key point of client contact
Making full use of the company's management systems in achieving the primary objective
Proactively progressing commissioning activities throughout the project cycle in conjunction with the General Contractor and vendors
Seeing that systems are set to work optimally and verified as such, in accordance with the design requirements
Providing consultative advice in determining commissioning and performance requirements, commissioning strategies, programs, scopes of work, test scripts, etc
Mentoring junior staff
Delivering the project in full accordance with our appointment to include technical and commercial compliance
Commercially managing project changes
Being accountable for the quality of service, delivery, and management of client expectations
Providing full compliance with project-related safety insofar as it relates to our work
Providing positive and effective management and setting an appropriate example to other members of the team
Providing feedback for staff appraisals
Assisting in continuing to develop the Company's management systems and processes
Working closely with many different members of a construction project team
Thinking and communicating clearly, remaining focused, and leading construction delivery staff while remaining motivated during fast-moving periods of complex site activity
Qualification
Required
A minimum of 4 years of industry experience dealing with mechanical, electrical and controls disciplines
Proven ability to lead commissioning efforts from design through project completion
Should have a passion for sustainability and knowledge of the commissioning process and experience with design, installation and operation of building systems (including but not limited to: HVAC, electrical, mechanical, and controls)
Must be willing to travel to site-based locations as reasonably based on HDR needs
Must have demonstrated ability to troubleshoot HVAC, TAB, and Controls and have excellent report writing skills
Must have a solid understanding of operational requirements, safety requirements, code inspections and maintenance considerations
Strong written, verbal communication and time management skills; exceptional interpersonal skills; ability to interact with people at all levels
Technical knowledge of MEP systems and HVAC expertise
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Multitasking ability
Valid driver's license
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
Preferred
A commissioning professional as certified by an accredited agency
Bachelor's Degree preferred
Professional Engineer preferred
Federal Government commissioning experience
Commissioning certification preferred (CxA, CCP, BCxP, or CBCP)
LEED ® AP or LEED ® Associate
Management/Commissioning Management
Have one or more specific, relevant, technical expertise
Proficiency in HVAC load calculation software such as Trace or IES
Preference given to local candidates
Company
HDR
HDR is an employee-owned design firm specializing in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. We’re ranked No.
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