Commissioning Agent

Gilder Search Group; Missouri; On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary annual bonus

Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, dental, and vision plans

401k and generous PTO

Job summary

Gilder Search Group is seeking a Commissioning Agent in Missouri to oversee healthcare projects nationwide. This role involves ensuring that building systems are designed and operated according to project requirements.

The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of healthcare commissioning experience, a background in building systems, and excellent communication skills. Comprehensive benefits and a discretionary annual bonus are offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in healthcare commissioning or related construction engineering roles.
• Experience with building mechanical systems and HVAC.
• Strong client-facing skills and ability to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead commissioning activities for healthcare facilities from design through occupancy.
• Review design documents for compliance with project requirements.
• Prepare commissioning reports and final project documentation.

Skills

Healthcare commissioning experience

Technical writing

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Job description

About Us

Clayco is a full-service, turnkey real estate development, master planning, architecture, engineering, and construction firm that safely delivers clients across North America the highest quality solutions on time, on budget, and above and beyond expectations. With $8.1 billion in revenue for 2025, Clayco specializes in the "art and science of building," providing fast‑track, efficient solutions for industrial, commercial, institutional, and residential building projects.

About LJC

LJC Design & Engineering is a full‑service architecture, engineering, and design firm committed to enhancing the quality of the human experience through integrated design. We are a team of high‑energy professionals who share a passion for design, a collaborative approach, and a casual culture. We solve challenges by leveraging the collective expertise and ingenuity of the best and brightest minds across development, design, and construction.

The Role We Want You For

LJC is seeking a Commissioning Agent to support the delivery of complex healthcare projects nationwide. This role will be responsible for ensuring critical building systems are designed, installed, tested, and operated in accordance with project requirements, regulatory standards, and owner expectations.

The ideal candidate will have experience commissioning healthcare facilities and a strong understanding of building mechanical, electrical, and control systems. This individual will work closely with project teams, contractors, and owners to validate system performance, support compliance initiatives, and ensure operational readiness throughout the project lifecycle.

The Specifics of the Role

• Lead commissioning activities for healthcare facilities from design through occupancy.
• Review design documents and equipment submittals to verify compliance with project requirements.
• Develop and execute commissioning plans, procedures, and testing protocols.
• Perform installation verification and functional performance testing of building systems.
• Coordinate commissioning activities with owners, contractors, design teams, and vendors.
• Verify systems meet regulatory requirements and healthcare industry standards.
• Identify and document deficiencies, track corrective actions, and verify resolution.
• Support infection control, redundancy, resiliency, and continuity‑of‑operation objectives.
• Conduct site inspections and witness equipment startup and testing activities.
• Prepare commissioning reports, issue logs, and final project documentation.
• Participate in design reviews and provide constructability and operational feedback.
• Support client training and turnover activities to ensure successful project handoff.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Building Sciences, or a related technical field preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in healthcare commissioning, building systems commissioning, or related construction engineering roles.
• Experience with healthcare facility infrastructure and critical environments.
• Working knowledge of building mechanical systems, HVAC, controls, electrical distribution, and life safety systems.
• Familiarity with commissioning processes, standards, and best practices.
• Experience performing functional performance testing and installation verification.
• Strong technical writing and documentation skills.
• Excellent communication and client‑facing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Healthcare commissioning certification preferred.
• ANSI/ISO/IEC 17024 Commissioning Certification preferred but not required.
• Experience with power, lighting, and low‑voltage systems is preferred.
• Willingness to travel to project sites as needed.

Some Things You Should Know

• Our clients and projects are nationwide – travel may be required.
• No other builder can offer the collaborative design‑build approach that Clayco does.
• We work on creative, complex, award‑winning, high‑profile jobs.
• The pace is fast!

Why Clayco?

• 2025 Best Places to Work – St. Louis Business Journal, Los Angeles Business Journal, and Phoenix Business Journal.
• 2025 ENR Midwest – Midwest Contractor (#1).
• 2025 ENR Top 100 Design‑Build Firms – Design‑Build Contractor (Top 5).
• 2025 ENR Top 100 Green Contractors – Green Contractor (Top 3).
• 2025 ENR Top 25 Data Center Builders – Data Center Contractor (Top 3).

Benefits

• Discretionary Annual Bonus: Subject to company and individual performance.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package Including: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401k, generous PTO and paid company holidays, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development programs and more!

Compensation

The salary range for this position considers a wide range of factors in making compensation decisions including but not limited to: education, qualifications, skills, training, certifications, internal equity, and location. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.