Senior Project Engineer, Commissioning

Legence

$95K — $110K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Architectural Engineering, or related field.
  • 4-7 years of experience in commissioning or MEP design.
  • Familiarity with HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and fire protection systems.
  • Experience with commissioning documentation development.
  • Strong ability to read and interpret technical drawings, P&IDs, and control sequences.
  • Comfortable in active construction environments and coordinating with contractors.
  • CxA, CPMP, or EIT credentials preferred; LEED AP with Commissioning specialty is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Perform commissioning for HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and building automation systems.
  • Develop and maintain comprehensive commissioning documentation.
  • Support LEED and Monitoring-Based Commissioning requirements on projects.
  • Conduct site observations and testing during all project phases.
  • Perform energy audits and identify system optimization opportunities.
  • Prepare technical documentation like drawings and data visualizations.
  • Travel locally within the NYC metro area and occasionally regionally.

Benefits

  • 401(k) plan with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 4%, with immediate vesting.
  • Employer-provided medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
  • Basic life insurance and AD&D coverage with optional buy-up.
  • Flexible vacation policy and company holidays.
  • Reimbursement for business travel and related expenses.
Full Job Description
CMTA, formerly known as AMA Group, is hiring a Senior Project Engineer, Commissioning, who will be responsible for performing building and systems commissioning work on a range of both small and large projects. This is a hands-on role that will give the opportunity to lead projects and represent CMTA in all interactions with clients, contractors, architects, and other project team members. In this role, the Project Engineer will receive guidance and mentorship from the commissioning group leader and will be trained to become a Project Manager.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Perform commissioning of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, fire protection, and building automation systems by reviewing design documents and conducting field inspections and functional testing to verify conformance with the owner's project requirements (OPR), basis of design (BOD), codes, and standards
  • Develop and maintain commissioning documentation, including commissioning plans, pre-functional checklists, functional performance test scripts, issues logs, and final commissioning reports
  • Support LEED Commissioning (Fundamental and Enhanced) and Monitoring-Based Commissioning (MBCx) requirements on applicable projects
  • Conduct site observations and system testing throughout design, construction, and warranty phases, and document findings with clear recommendations
  • Perform energy audits and write reports identifying opportunities to optimize building operations and system performance
  • Prepare technical drawings, spreadsheets, checklists, and data visualizations to support commissioning findings and reports
  • Read and interpret mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and controls drawings, specifications, and sequences of operation, including the ability to review and mark up P&IDs and control diagrams
  • Travel locally to project sites throughout the NYC metro area, with occasional regional travel as needed

Education: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.

Desired Skills and Experience:
  • 4-7 years of experience in commissioning, MEP design, or building systems engineering
  • Working knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and building automation/controls systems in commercial or institutional buildings
  • Experience developing or executing commissioning documentation such as commissioning plans (CxP), pre-functional checklists (PFC), functional performance tests (FPT), and issues logs
  • Ability to read, interpret, and mark up P&IDs, one-line diagrams, and control sequences
  • Comfortable working in active construction environments and coordinating directly with contractors and trades
  • CxA, CPMP, or EIT credential a plus; LEED AP with Commissioning specialty a plus
  • Strong written communication skills for producing clear, client-ready reports

Base Salary Range: $95,000 - $110,000. 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.

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Benefits Overview
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.

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

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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.

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