Commissioning Agent

R.W. Sullivan Engineering; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work env

Paid time off

Health coverage (medical/dental/vision

Life insurance

401(k) with company contribution

Education and professional development

Licensure & certification reimbursemen

Job summary

R.W. Sullivan Engineering seeks a Commissioning Agent to join our Engineering group in Boston, MA. The role focuses on planning, coordinating, and executing commissioning activities to ensure buildings operate as intended and meet OPR, design intent, and codes.

The successful candidate will work on HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and systems testing from design through construction and closeout, with opportunities to support warranty-phase testing and ongoing improvements.

Qualifications

• Understanding of HVAC, electrical and plumbing systems.
• Experience planning and executing commissioning from design to closeout.
• Ability to coordinate with owners, contractors and operations teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the commissioning plan from design through occupancy.
• Review OPR and Basis of Design for completeness and readiness.
• Coordinate commissioning activities with owners, architects, engineers, contractors, and facility staff.
• Prepare commissioning specs, checklists, test procedures, and FPT scripts.
• Witness and document installation verification and functional testing of building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing).
• Identify deficiencies, track issues, and verify corrective actions.
• Coordinate and/or lead owner training and submit final reports.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Electrical systems

Plumbing systems

Team collaboration

Testing & verification

Tools

BAS

Job description

Our commissioning engineers plan and execute the assurance that the designed building operates as intended — supporting energy efficiency, carbon reduction, optimization of central equipment, facilities and maintenance satisfaction, and occupant comfort while delivering value to our clients.

Our commissioning agents are at the forefront of technological advancement.With our engineering support team, we are always informed of the latest technologies and best strategies for equipment that we commission.Our team works closely with our engineering staff to understand the design strategies for each building to determine the best way to operate a facility.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Commissioning Agent to join our Engineering group! This role is ideal for a candidate that understands HVAC, Electrical and Plumbing systems who enjoys working as part of a team and solving complex building performance challenges from design through construction and closeout.

The Commissioning Agent (CxA) is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing the commissioning process to ensure building systems are designed, installed, tested, and operated in accordance with the owner’s project requirements (OPR), design intent, and applicable codes and standards. The CxA acts as an independent authority to verify that systems perform as intended, delivering safe, efficient, and reliable building operations.

This is a full-time position with the opportunity to work from our offices in Boston, MA.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the overall commissioning plan from design through occupancy
• Review Owner’s Project Requirements (OPR), Basis of Design (BOD), and construction documents for completeness, coordination, and commissioning readiness
• Coordinate commissioning activities with owners, architects, engineers, contractors, and facility staff.
• Prepare commissioning specifications, checklists, test procedures, and functional performance test (FPT) scripts.
• Witness and document installation verification and functional testing of building systems, including:
• HVAC systems and controls (BAS)
• Electrical and lighting systems
• Plumbing and domestic water systems
• Fire/life safety systems (as applicable)
• Renewable energy or specialty systems (as applicable)
• Identify deficiencies, track issues through resolution, and verify corrective actions
• Review contractor submittals, operation and maintenance (O&M) manuals, and as-built documentation
• Coordinate and/or lead systems training for owner and operations staff
• Compile and submit final commissioning reports and record documentation
• Support warranty-phase commissioning and seasonal testing when required
• Ensure commissioning activities comply with applicable standards (ASHRAE, LEED, local codes, etc.)

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Combination of office, construction site, and mechanical room environments
• Ability to travel to project sites and attend field inspections
• Ability to climb ladders, access rooftops, and work around active construction areas
• Occasional lifting of equipment or documentation materials

We believe great work starts with taking care of our people. RW Sullivan offers:

• Flexible work environment
• Paid time off
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) with automatic company contribution
• Education and professional development support
• Reimbursement for licensure and certifications

Nice to Have

• Certified Commissioning Professional (CCP)
• AABC Commissioning Group (ACG) or equivalent
• LEED Accredited Professional (LEED AP)