Commissioning Authority

Integra Testing Services, LLC; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading commissioning firm is seeking a Commissioning Authority in San Francisco. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with 5+ years of experience in HVAC and controls commissioning. Responsibilities include executing commissioning on diverse projects, leading site activities, and developing detailed documentation. Proficiency in Building Management Systems and certification in commissioning is preferred. The ideal candidate should bring strong communication skills and a collaborative approach.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in HVAC, electrical, plumbing commissioning.
• Commissioning certification preferred (NEBB, AGC, BCXA).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Execute commissioning and retro-commissioning across projects.
• Lead and manage commissioning site activities.
• Develop and generate reports and documentation.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Knowledge of HVAC systems

Knowledge of BMS

Leadership abilities

HVAC system knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Commissioning certification (e.g., NEBB, AGC, BCXA)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We are currently seeking a Commissioning Authority for a full-time position. We are looking for a team oriented, quality minded, and motivated candidate. In this role, the Commissioning Authority will execute commissioning and retro-commissioning on a large variety of commercial, residential, healthcare, and government projects. Our ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and at least 3-5 years in a commissioning role. Proficiency with Building Management Systems (BMS) and Testing, Adjusting, and Balancing (TAB). We will consider candidates from the TAB, electrical, and/or controls industry that have a good overall understanding of MEP systems and design. The ideal candidate will also demonstrate success in the following skills and abilities:

• Communicate and coordinate with The Company’s CX team members and each project’s CX team members, including owners, architects, engineers, contractors, vendors, building officials, etc.
• Lead meetings with clients, owners, contractors in a positive and productive manner.
• Schedule and lead commissioning site activities. Manage each project’s CX schedule.
• Perform detailed commission ability reviews on design drawings, specifications, and equipment submittals. Identify issues with MEP design.
• Develop commissioning plans, pre-functional checklists, and functional tests.
• Perform site walks. Identify design, construction, sequence deficiencies and document via project Issues Log.
• Witness onsite start-up of HVAC, control, electrical, plumbing, and lighting control systems.
• Perform onsite verification of commissioning pre-functional checklists.
• Generate comprehensive punch lists, commissioning plans/reports and documentation.
• Lead execution of onsite commissioning Functional Performance Testing (FPT).
• Troubleshooting of HVAC, controls, electrical and plumbing systems.
• Analyze BAS Controls trends. Identify issues with systems in automatic control.
• Develop commissioning final report and systems manual.
• Review balance reports, start-up reports, contractor O&M manuals, and BAS Controls point-to-point and Performance Verification Testing (PVT) submittals.

Job Requirements:

• Five (5) years’ experience in the design, construction and start-up/Commissioning of HVAC, controls, electrical, plumbing, and lighting control for commercial buildings.
• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering is a plus.
• Commissioning certification (NEBB, AGC, BCXA) is a plus.
• Proficiency with Building Management Systems.
• Knowledge of building energy codes, as well as energy standards.
• Familiarity with LEED or Title 24 green building design practices.
• Knowledge or exposure to the commissioning process from a global perspective.
• Knowledge of ASHRAE, ACG, and NEBB commissioning requirements.
• Knowledge of BMS and controls systems, HVAC systems, electrical, power generation, plumbing, fire alarm/life safety, lighting controls, and testing, adjusting, and balancing (TAB).
• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as interpersonal skills.Desire and capability to lead others in the commissioning process.
• Demonstrates the ability to communicate ideas and concepts in both written and oral form.
• Be fully capable of working as a third party to design teams to assist in meeting the project goals in a team-focused environment.
• Efficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Possess excellent organizational skills. Capable of working on multiple activities/projects at a time.
• Possess an excellent work ethic and be efficient in job duties.
• Willing to travel for project meetings, site visits, start-up witnessing, and functional testing when necessary.
• Willing to work extra hours above 40 hours a week when necessary to meet project deadlines and client demands.