A Day in the Life of a Commissioning Specialist at HansonThis position can sit in Raleigh, NC, Charlotte, NC, or the surrounding areas.Here's a snapshot of what you would do in this role:
- Support new and existing building commissioning and retro-commissioning projects for a variety of facility types.
- Conduct building systems assessments and assist with control system evaluations.
- Review design documents, specifications, and contractor submittals for compliance with project requirements and commissioning objectives.
- Develop and execute functional performance test procedures for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and control systems.
- Participate in commissioning meetings and coordinate activities with project stakeholders, contractors, and design teams.
- Monitor construction progress and observe system installations to verify adherence to design intent and project specifications.
- Lead or assist with functional testing activities and ensure commissioning documentation is complete and accurately maintained.
- Observe and support training sessions for operations and maintenance personnel.
- Evaluate building system performance and identify opportunities for operational improvements.
- Prepare commissioning reports, issues logs, and final project documentation.
- Perform post-occupancy evaluations and warranty-period inspections to verify system performance and occupant satisfaction.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams to deliver high-quality technical work products and meet project schedules.
- Assist with proposal development, project scoping, scheduling, and client presentations as needed.
- Stay current on industry trends, emerging technologies, codes, standards, and best practices related to building systems and commissioning.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
What We're Looking ForWe believe the following qualifications will set you up for success in this role:
Skills- Working knowledge of building commissioning principles, processes, and industry standards.
- Experience with building automation systems (BAS), facility management systems, and HVAC controls.
- Experience performing building system assessments and identifying optimization strategies for improved energy consumption and/or indoor environmental quality.
- Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Understanding of building codes, ASHRAE standards and guidelines, mechanical systems, electrical systems, plumbing systems, controls, and sustainable design principles.
- Ability to communicate effectively, verbal and written, with clients, contractors, facility personnel, and multidisciplinary project teams.
- Familiarity with commissioning platforms such as CxAlloy or equivalent software.
- Familiarity with sustainable certification process and credits. Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, if required for specific projects.
Education & Experience- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, Engineering Technology, Architecture, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in commissioning, building systems design, facility operations, construction administration, or a related field.
- Commissioning certification (ACG CxA, BCxA CCP, ASHRAE BCxP, or similar) or the ability to obtain in six (6) months.
- Experience supporting commissioning projects through design, construction, functional performance testing, and occupancy phases.
- Experience supporting retro-commissioning through assessment, investigation, reporting on improvement measures, implementation, and ongoing commissioning.
- Experience with HVAC, electrical, plumbing, building automation, and control systems.
- Familiarity with healthcare, higher education, aviation, federal, state, local government, commercial, or other institutional building projects is preferred.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license, or ability to obtain within 6 months is a plus.
The salary range for this position is $95,000 - $115,000, depending on experience.
BenefitsOur focus on people means we offer a generous benefits program to help you create a solid foundation for health and security throughout your career, including:
- Competitive compensation
- Performance bonuses
- 401(k) with matching contribution
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan
- Comprehensive health & well-being plans
- Financial wellness plans
- Work-life balance programs
Want to know more? Visit our benefits page for all the details.
