Senior Electrical/ Critical Systems’ Lead Commissioning Agent jobs in United States
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WSP in the U.S. · 19 hours ago

Senior Electrical/ Critical Systems’ Lead Commissioning Agent

WSP USA is seeking a Full-time Senior Electrical/ Critical Systems’ Lead Commissioning Agent for their Dallas Texas Office. The role involves providing high-level technical execution and guidance for multi-site activities to validate construction and commissioning of critical systems and facilities projects, ensuring quality and compliance with industry standards.

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Responsibilities

Provides high level technical execution and guidance for multi-site/phase activities to validate construction, integrity, operability, and the commissioning of critical systems and facilities projects in the public and private sectors
Responsibilities include planning, directing, coordinating, testing, and commissioning and retro commissioning of building systems
Substantiate reports, documentation, and decisions regarding the configuration of equipment, 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
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 and automation
Oversee, direct 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
Development and scoping of medium- to large-sized commissioning projects
Provide guidance and training and coaching 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

480-Volt electrical systemsBuilding commissioning principlesNETAIEEENFPA-70 standardsUninterruptable Power SuppliesShort Circuit/Coordination StudiesTechnical writingCommunication skillsProblem-solving skillsTeam leadershipAttention to detail

Required

Bachelor's degree in engineering or closely related discipline or equivalent years of industry experience
A minimum of 10 years plus 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
Experience with building planning, design, and installation management; including active involvement in a variety of renovation and new design projects
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 involving the application of testing and validation, understanding plans and specifications, and making factual comparisons to the appropriate standards or regulations
Ability to plan and conduct inspections and investigations on various aspects of the installation and design of equipment, facilities, and systems
Highly effective interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a technical and non-technical audience
Demonstrated high-level of self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment
Works independently with minimal oversight and provides guidance and leadership to junior team or project members, with strict adherence to QA/QC
Highly proficient with technical writing, office automation, load calculations, discipline-specific design software (i.e., AutoCAD, Revit), technology, math principles, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools
Well-developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from testing results, data collation, load calculations, computations, statistical analysis and arriving at the most effective, economical, and logical solution
Demonstrated effectiveness at coordinating and assertively directing subcontractors and others to consistently complete tasks safely and efficiently
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
Travel will be required. The frequency is depending on project-specific requirements and geographic location

Preferred

Master's Degree is preferred
Essential or enhancing professional licensure/certification
Certified Training with SKM, E-Tap, E-Z Power for Short Circuit/Coordination /Arc Flash programs
NFPA-70E Certification
OSHA-10 or OSHA-30 Certification

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

Company

WSP in the U.S.

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Leadership Team

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Lewis (Lou) Cornell
President and Chief Executive Officer
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Andrew Esposito
Chief Financial Officer
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