Commissioning Agent

Cleary Zimmermann Engineers; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleary Zimmermann Engineers, LLC is seeking a Commissioning Agent to document commissioning plans, test procedures, and witness testing for commercial building projects in San Antonio. You will coordinate with Owners, Designers, and Contractors to ensure systems operate per design documents.

Ideal candidates have knowledge of MEP sequences, building systems, and experience in commissioning, testing, and reports.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to communicate with Owners, Contractors, Architects, and Engineers.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, write, and distribute the Commissioning Plan

Skills

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

DDC building automation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Mechanical Engineering degree a plus

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Bluebeam

Commissioning databases

Job description

Job Purpose

The position requires proficiency in the following: documenting the commissioning plan, documenting the test and measurement procedures of the project, witness testing that verifies the system was installed and is operating in accordance with the design documents, and possess a solid understanding of building systems and sequences necessary for testing. The Commissioning Agent should possess operational knowledge of MEP systems in commercial buildings with experience managing the process while maintaining a high level of care to the client, co-workers, and colleagues.

Description

Job Purpose

The position requires proficiency in the following: documenting the commissioning plan, documenting the test and measurement procedures of the project, witness testing that verifies the system was installed and is operating in accordance with the design documents, and possess a solid understanding of building systems and sequences necessary for testing. The Commissioning Agent should possess operational knowledge of MEP systems in commercial buildings with experience managing the process while maintaining a high level of care to the client, co-workers, and colleagues.

Duties And Responsibilities

The primary duties and responsibilities of this position include the following:

• Prepare, write, and distribute the Commissioning Plan
• Review the design documents and become familiar with the design intent and operational sequences of the MEP systems
• Prepare the Prefunctional Test (PFT) checklists for the project
• Visit the site and review the installation. Document the installation of equipment on the PFT sheets and note any discrepancies
• Prepare a Commissioning Issue Log and update at appropriate times
• Prepare the Functional Performance Test (FPT) procedure for the systems to verify that they are operating in accordance with the design documents
• Witness the FPT tests and document the outcomes
• Identify, record, track and resolve project issues and deficiencies discovered
• Work with the various members of the project team including the Owner, Design Professionals, and Contractors
• Develop Commissioning Reports for the projects

Working Conditions

This is a full-time position and periodically requires light travel to areas outside the immediate San Antonio area. Additionally, night and/or weekend work may be necessary to complete projects and meet deadlines.

Direct Reports

None

Requirements

Qualifications

The Following Qualifications Are Requirements Of The Position

• Essential Qualifications:
• Ability to work well and communicate effectively with all entities associated with a project to include Owners, Contractors, Architects, and Engineers
• Possess and demonstrate excellent interpersonal communication skills with co-workers.
• High School Diploma or equivalent. Mechanical Engineering degree a plus
• Solid experience in DDC Building Automation System network programming, point to point testing. Sequence of operation testing, and troubleshooting are a plus
• Experience in installation, start-up and test and balance of HVAC system.
• Experience in other MEP systems is desirable such as electrical, low voltage, and plumbing systems
• NEBB, AABC, BCA or other certifications are a plus
• Knowledge and use of testing equipment associated with MEP installations, including instruments to measure temperature, humidity, pressure, voltage, amperage, and velocity, etc.
• Ability to produce reports and documentation in MS Word, MS Excel, Bluebeam, and commissioning databases

Physical Requirements

The ability to carry light loads up to 20 pounds and carry/climb ladders is a requirement of the position.