Commissioning and Turnover Specialist

Parsons; Terrell Hills (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Paid time off

ESOP

401(k)

Life insurance

Flexible work schedules

Holidays

Job summary

Parsons is seeking a Commissioning and Turnover Specialist to join our Owner's Advisor team for the METC Recapitalization Program at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston. You will support risk management, government interests, and the delivery of a multi-facility campus with complex testing and turnover milestones.

You will coordinate owner-side commissioning, review plans, witness tests, and collaborate with government leaders, designers, and contractors to ensure safe, compliant, and timely

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or construction-related field with 7+ years of relevant experience, or an associate degree with 10+ years of directly relevant experience.
• Experience commissioning building MEP systems and managing functional testing, deficiency logs, and turnover records.
• Ability to coordinate multiple testing parties and interpret sequences of operation.
• Ability to obtain and maintain unescorted access to JBSA Fort Sam Houston.
• Strong record-keeping, collaboration across disciplines, and communication of risks.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate owner-side commissioning and facility turnover assurance.
• Develop the owner's commissioning oversight and turnover matrix from the OPR and system boundaries.
• Review commissioning plans, test procedures, prerequisites, responsibilities, and testing schedules.
• Witness selective functional and integrated tests and track deficiencies to closure.
• Coordinate utility, life-safety, mechanical/electrical, and FRCS evidence with specialists.
• Review O&M manuals, training records, asset data, warranties, and punch items.
• Prepare building readiness recommendations and plan coverage for peak workloads.

Skills

Commissioning management

Testing coordination

Documentation & records

Cross-disciplinary communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/construction-related discipline

Associate's degree/technical qualification with 10+ years experience

Job description

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next! At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what's possible.

Job Description:

Parsons is seeking a Commissioning and Turnover Specialist to join our Owner's Advisor team supporting the Medical Enlisted Training Campus (METC) Recapitalization Program at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston. This mission-critical initiative will deliver five modern dormitory facilities for up to 6,000 joint-service medical students and the associated infrastructure.

Working alongside government leaders, military stakeholders, designers, and contractors, you will help manage risk, protect the government's interests, and support the successful delivery of a high-profile Progressive Design-Build program. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a landmark campus, advance innovative delivery methods, and help shape the future of large-scale Air Force infrastructure programs.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Coordinate owner-side commissioning and facility turnover assurance.
• Develop the owner's commissioning oversight and turnover matrix from the OPR and agreed system boundaries.
• Review commissioning plans, test procedures, prerequisites, responsibilities, and integrated testing schedules.
• Witness selected functional and integrated tests within qualifications and track deficiencies through verified closure.
• Coordinate utility, life-safety, mechanical/electrical, and FRCS acceptance evidence with responsible specialists.
• Review O&M manuals, training records, asset data, warranties, seasonal test plans, and remaining punch items.
• Prepare building readiness recommendations and identify workload peaks that require additional qualified coverage.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering/construction-related discipline and 7+ years of relevant experience, or an associate's degree/technical qualification and 10+ years of directly relevant experience.
• Experience commissioning building MEP systems and managing functional testing, deficiency logs, and turnover records.
• Ability to coordinate multiple testing parties, interpret sequences of operation, and communicate unresolved acceptance risks.
• Ability to obtain and maintain unescorted access to JBSA Fort Sam Houston.
• Ability to communicate effectively, maintain accurate records, collaborate across disciplines, and handle project information in approved systems.
• Ability to maintain a one team mentality amongst all stakeholders.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• CCP, BCxP, CxA, or equivalent relevant commissioning credential.
• DoD facilities, central utilities, integrated life-safety testing, and phased occupancy experience.

Security Clearance Requirement:

None

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what's next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• paid time off
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k)
• life insurance
• flexible work schedules
• holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

We truly invest and care about our employee's wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars!