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WSP in the U.S. · 1 day ago

Lead Consultant - Commissioning

Raleigh, NC

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$110K/yr - $155K/yr

7+ years exp

WSP USA is one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms, and they are seeking a Lead Consultant - Commissioning for their Raleigh, NC office. The role involves providing support for the commissioning of building systems and facilities projects, ensuring quality and compliance with industry standards throughout various project phases.

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Responsibilities

Provide guidance with collecting, compiling, and analyzing data from the physical work site during various construction phases, surveys, blueprints, schematics, data, technical drawings, flow diagrams, computer-generated reports, and other matrices for project energy auditing actions, validation, and commissioning

Perform professional building and system commissioning work by conducting research and inspections of proposed and existing site conditions, equipment, resources, layout, usage, and systems to determine conformance with applicable rules, standards, codes, and installation or operating permits

Develop and oversee configuration, testing specifications, and readiness plans; preparing and updating checklists/punch lists and cost estimates that require coordination with owners, other disciplines, sub-consultants, and clients

Involved from project inception to completion for commissioning work deliverables throughout the various project work phases including concept development, preliminary design, final design, procurement, integration, installation, and operation

Develop and incorporate advanced technologies, monitoring, modeling techniques, design requirements, load calculations, and operating strategies to account for the proper installation and functioning of equipment and systems according to specifications; implementing future-ready solutions with building systems operating standards

Verify site characteristics and provide technical assistance on various design, installation, and integration issues relating to commissioning and retro commissioning of building systems including HVAC, steam, compressed air, chilled water, plumbing, and automation

Oversee and monitor cross-functional teams to execute project work on mid-level and/or multiple concurrent projects, including budgets, tracking hours and expenses, task completion, cost and quantities of materials/equipment/labor, technical calculations, permit applications, schematics, construction, compliance documentation, and regulatory and technical analysis memos

Coordinate, review and approve commissioning and operational plans, ensuring data integrity and work is compliant with all applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations

Prepare data and visualizations such as tables, charts, reports, sketches, calculations, cross-sections, technical drawings, spreadsheets, and other 2D/3D illustrations for the interpretation or presentation of more complex data, findings, or analyses

Maintain quality control standards, document logs of control and equipment functionality testing and verification, and procedures for accurate and precise measurements, calculations, statistical analysis, and reporting

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 that explain research, findings, and recommendations to navigate, improve, prevent, control, restore, or address design, and/or installation/operational issues or opportunities

Analyze, evaluate, and interpret data obtained during site assessments, offering input with developing action plans for moderate- to high-level risk installation, equipment operations, and/or mitigation activities

Prepare and implement site Health and Safety Plans (HASPs)

Interact with any applicable regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and clients in a confident and professional manner

Collaborate with other professionals, engineers, inspectors, project control, and technicians on public and privately-funded building improvement and development projects, as well as proposal and business development opportunities

Remain current in latest commissioning techniques and practices

Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures

Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs

Qualification

Building commissioning experienceHVAC systems knowledgeTechnical writingAutoCADRevitData analysisSelf-leadershipInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsAttention to detail

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or closely related discipline or equivalent years of industry experience

7-10+ years of relevant post education experience in discipline with prior building and systems commissioning experience

Familiarity with building commissioning principles, practices, process, design/build, and the application to project work-related issues

Familiarity with building planning, design, and installation management; including renovation and new design

Familiarity with smart building design

Highly familiar with relevant building technology/system installation and/or construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements

Analytical mindset with an ability to exercise sound judgement in evaluating situations and making decisions

Strong interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a technical and non-technical audience

Capable self-leadership with attention to detail, accuracy, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives

Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, technology, math principles, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools

Experience with discipline-specific design software (i.e., AutoCAD, Revit)

Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies

Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek

Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements