Dewberry

Deputy Department Manager - Commissioning

Dewberry$137K — $176K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
  • 10+ years of experience in engineering and commissioning
  • Proven commissioning experience
  • Commissioning process certification preferred or must obtain within 6 months
  • Strong leadership and business development capabilities

Responsibilities

  • Develop, lead, and manage the commissioning team
  • Support and coordinate with the commissioning team on projects
  • Create mechanical system testing procedures and conduct field testing
  • Test and set up HVAC control systems such as JCI, Trane, Siemens, etc.
  • Review air and water test and balance processes
  • Visit client facilities to gather data for system testing
  • Generate installation and testing documentation

Benefits

  • Hybrid work available based on experience
  • Opportunity for professional development and growth
  • Engaging and diverse project portfolio across various market sectors
  • Access to cutting-edge software to streamline workflow
  • Supportive and inclusive workplace culture
Full Job Description
Job Description
Elevate Your Career as a Deputy Department Manager - Mechanical or Electrical Engineer-Commissioning Agent!

Dewberry's New York, NY office is searching for a motivated Mechanical or Electrical Engineer-Commissioning Agent to step into the role of Deputy Department Manager within our thriving commissioning department. If you have 10+ years of experience and a passion for driving innovation in the commissioning process, this is your chance to join a team that's not just growing—it's thriving!

 

Over the last three years, our Commissioning Team has achieved an extraordinary 10X increase in backlog, leading to an escalating demand for our engineering and commissioning expertise. Our team specializes in diverse markets, including Education, Healthcare, Industrial, and Federal projects, operating across the Eastern United States from Louisiana to New York City. We take pride in fostering strong, mutually beneficial client relationships, continuously improving the quality of design and construction, and standing out as trusted partners in transforming the built environment.

 

In this pivotaldoer-seller,entrepreneurialrole, you will develop,lead, and manage a Commissioning team of professionals and execute Commissioning services projects.You will provide technical and process management support for commissioning projects as well as business development to expand our client base.This role comes withautonomybacked by substantialhorsepower.Thevarietyof daily tasks will keep you inspired and engaged.Your skills will be instrumental in inspecting building systems and creating comprehensive testing and closeout documents, all whileutilizingcutting-edgesoftware to streamline processes and enhance efficiency.In this role, you will report directly to the Commissioning Department Manager and be engaged in strategic decisions tocontinue the growthof Dewberrys Commissioning Team.

Key Required Skills:
  • Bachelors degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
  • 10+ years of experiencein engineering and commissioning - building systems
  • Provencommissioning experience
  • Commissioning process certificationpreferred or willingness to acquire within the first 6 months
  • Strong leadership and business development capabilities

 

***Hybrid work available for this position based on experience***

 

 

Responsibilities
  • Doer-Seller: Find the work and execute it.
  • Actively support and coordinate with the entire commissioning team to execute projects and uphold our commitments.
  • HVAC sequence of operation knowledge and capable of performing design review of Sequence of operation and creating mechanical system testing procedures and testing same in the field
  • Must have knowledge of manipulating, adjusting,setupand testing HVAC controls systems such as JCI, Trane, Automated Logic, Siemens, etc. Knowledge in multiple control systems a plus
  • Must have complete working knowledge of HVAC chilled water and DX systems including design,operationand testing of: Chillers, Boilers, Cooling towers, pumps, heat exchangers, AHU, RTU, ERU, VAVs, exhaust, FCU, etc.
  • Review air and water test and balance process, review aTABreportandidentifyissues.
  • Visit client facilities and gather necessary data to test systems
  • Create system installation and testing documents
  • Be familiar with OSHA safety requirements and ability toidentifydeficiencies
  • Be familiar with building codes and ability to make intuitive decisions related to such
  • Read and understand building plans and specifications
  • Work safely around electrical systems up to 600 volts
  • Effectively communicate with all clients, construction trades, and design professionals
  • Have a high aptitude for abstract reasoning, assertiveness, thoroughness and be very detail oriented
  • Work flexible hours and work in hot or cold environments
  • Climb stairs, ladders, and lift trucks. Do moderate lifting. Proficient use of Microsoft Word, Excel,Outlook,etc.
  • Travel approximately 50% of the time.
Required Skills & Required Experience
  • Bachelors degree in mechanical or electrical engineering
  • Accomplished engineer with 10+ years of experience
  • Commissioning experience
  • Commissioning process certification preferred or ability toacquirewithin first 6 months
  • Business development experience a plus
  • Professional Engineering License a plus or ability toacquire
  • Self-motivated with highly developed verbal, written,and interpersonal skills

 

Dontmeet every single requirement? At Dewberry, we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace for our employees.So,ifyoureexcited about this role, but your experiencedoesntalign perfectly with every qualification in the position description, we encourage you to applyanyways.You may just be the right candidate for this or other opportunities.

*At this time, Dewberry will not sponsor a new applicant for work authorization.

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Salary Range

The projected range for this position is $137,000-176,000 annually. Depending upon other factors, i.e., skills, experience, location, market conditions, the range may vary slightly.

About Dewberry

Dewberry is a professional services firm specializing in engineering, architecture, environmental sciences, and planning services. The company was founded in 1956 and is headquartered in Fairfax, Virginia. Dewberry has over 50 locations throughout the United States and employs over 2,000 professionals. The company provides services to a variety of industries, including transportation, water, energy, and government. Dewberry has been recognized for its work on a number of high-profile projects, including the World Trade Center Memorial in New York City and the National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington, D.C.
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2,000 employees
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Founded
1956

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