McKim & Creed

Commissioning Engineer

McKim & Creed$75K — $95K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of commissioning experience for new or existing buildings, including on-site testing.
  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering from an ABET accredited program.
  • Experience in reviewing contractor submittals and RFIs related to project design and construction.
  • Skilled in performing or supervising pre-functional checklist completion.
  • Proficient in documenting and tracking issues during commissioning.
  • Ability to produce the Final Commissioning Report and related documentation.
  • Strong communication skills, especially for conveying technical information to non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

  • Provide construction and acceptance phase commissioning services for various systems.
  • Support the Senior Commissioning Engineer with various project assignments.
  • Complete pre-functional checklists and track documentation of issues.
  • Witness and document functional performance tests (FPTs) executed by contractors.
  • Compile and submit final commissioning reports and documentation.
  • Communicate effectively with project stakeholders including contractors and team members.
  • Manage documentation during the commissioning process.

Benefits

  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) for profit sharing.
  • Competitive paid holidays and various types of leave.
  • Flexibility with multiple office locations.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and training.
  • Tuition reimbursement for further education.
  • Meaningful work that positively affects local communities.
  • Collaborative work environment with supportive colleagues.
Full Job Description
OVERVIEW: 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).

DURING YOUR WORK DAY, YOU WILL:
  • 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).

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
  • 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.

WHAT WILL MAKE YOU STAND OUT:
  • 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.

WHAT WE OFFER: Join a company that puts its employees first.
Ranked as one of the Best Firms to Work For, here are just some of the reasons to become part of the McKim & Creed team:
  • 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.

About McKim & Creed

McKim & Creed is an engineering, surveying and planning firm that was founded in 1978. The company provides a wide range of services, including civil engineering, environmental engineering, geomatics, planning and landscape architecture. It has offices throughout the southeastern United States, including North Carolina, Florida, Georgia and Virginia. The company has worked on a variety of projects, including transportation infrastructure, water and wastewater treatment facilities, and commercial and residential developments.
Learn more about McKim & Creed
Size
600 employees
Industry
Net Income
$10 million
Founded
1978
5 Year Trend
+10%
Revenue
$100 million

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