Senior Commissioning Agent

Legence

$115K — $150K *
Technical Services
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
  • 8+ years of experience in mechanical design for commercial buildings
  • Valid driver's license and ability to travel up to 30%
  • Robust project and client management experience
  • Strong working knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, and controls

Responsibilities

  • Manage and execute commissioning services for complex projects
  • Attend meetings with design and construction teams to align project goals
  • Support in obtaining sustainability certifications like LEED
  • Review equipment submittals for compliance with design intent
  • Perform pre-functional inspections and functional testing of building systems
  • Diagnose and resolve equipment/system issues during commissioning
  • Coordinate retesting of building systems until issues are resolved

Benefits

  • 401(k) Plan with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 4%
  • Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision
  • Life and Disability Insurance coverage options
  • Flexible non-accrual vacation policy and company holidays
  • Reimbursement for business travel and related expenses
  • Access to a company-sponsored discount program on lifestyle categories
Full Job Description
Experience: 8+ years
Employment Type: Full-time
Hybrid Schedule: 3 days in-office / 2 remote
Salary Range: $115,000 - $150,000 (dependent on experience). This role is also eligible for an annual performance-based bonus. Bonus eligibility and payout are determined by role, individual performance, and company performance, and are not guaranteed.
Location: San Jose, CA

P2S Commissioning (Cx) is a rapidly growing team focused on delivering high-performance building systems across the built environment. We are seeking a Senior Commissioning Agent with strong technical expertise and a hands-on approach to evaluating and optimizing building system performance.

Responsibilities
    • Manage and execute commissioning services for large and complex projects across the region.
    • Primarily HVAC related but will also include plumbing, electrical distribution, lighting, fire alarm, security, nurse call and other systems.
    • Attend meetings with design and construction team to understand project goals and schedule to ensure commission activities are completed on time and on-task with project schedule.
    • Support in obtaining sustainability certifications such as B3, LEED, etc.
    • Support business development, developing value-added opportunities.
    • Review equipment submittals and shop drawings for overall compliance with the design intent, owner's requirements, and function testing requirements.
    • Perform pre-functional inspections and field observations of equipment and systems. Assist in resolution of problems that would inhibit timely start-up of equipment.
    • Write pre-functional and functional test procedures based upon industry standards.
    • Perform functional testing of building MEP systems with or without assistance of installing contractors to determine that the equipment is functioning in accordance with the design documents.
    • Help team diagnose and resolve equipment and/or system problems. Coordinate retesting of building system until problems are resolved.
    • Attendance and regional industry conferences, keeping up with emerging systems technology.
    • Participate in owners' operation and maintenance staff training. Review operating modes, sequences of operations and specifics of equipment, operations, and maintenance.


Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
    • Preferred credentials:
      • AABC Commissioning Agent (CxA) or (BCxA), ASHRAE Commissioning Process Management Professional (CPMP), (CCP) or NEBB Building Systems Commissioning Certification (BSC).
      • Degree in engineering, environmental science, architecture, or related field.
      • Certified Energy Manager (CEM) Existing Building Commissioning Professional (EBCP)
  • Robust project and client management experience.
  • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
  • Ability to travel up to 30%
  • 8+ years of experience in mechanical design for commercial buildings
  • Working knowledge of building systems, including:
    • HVAC - Airside and Water Side
    • Central Utility Plants
    • Plumbing/Piping
    • Electrical systems - Power and Lighting
    • Fire protection
    • Controls and instrumentation


Preferred Qualifications
  • Commissioning and retro-commissioning experience
  • Building envelope commissioning experience
  • Experience working within a consulting engineering environment
  • Strong client-facing experience


Skills
  • Strong written and verbal communication
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
  • Highly organized and detail-oriented
  • Self-motivated with a proactive approach
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
  • Familiarity with testing equipment, data loggers, and commissioning tools


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Benefits
401(k) Plan with Company Match:
Currently match contributions dollar-for-dollar up to 4% of eligible pay; immediate vesting.
Health & Welfare Benefits: Employer provided medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, Employee Assistance Program and accident & illness coverage.
Life and Disability Insurance: Employer provided basic life insurance and AD&D valued at 50K coverage amount with the option for voluntary buy-up for additional coverage.
Time Off: Flexible non-accrual vacation; company holidays per policy. (For California employees, this is separate from California paid sick leave, if applicable.)
Expenses: Business travel and related expenses reimbursed per company policy.
Discount Program: Company-sponsored discount program with savings on multiple lifestyle categories.

Reasonable Accommodations
If you need assistance or accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at [redacted] or your dedicated recruiter with the job title and requisition number.

Third-Party Recruiting Disclaimer
Legence and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies; any such submissions without a prior signed agreement authorized by Legence Holdings LLC's CHRO or Director of Talent Acquisition will not incur fees and are considered property of Legence.

Pay Disclosure & Considerations
Where pay ranges are indicated, please note that a successful candidate's exact pay will be determined based relevant job-related factors, including any of the following: candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications, as well as geographic and market considerations. We are committed to ensuring fair and competitive compensation for all employees and comply with all applicable salary transparency laws.

Employment Eligibility
Candidates must have current work authorization in the U.S.; visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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