Commissioning Project Engineer

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Medical, Dental & Vision

Paid parental leave

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Jones LangLaSalle Incorporated seeks a Commissioning Project Engineer to support the Commissioning & Building Analytics team. You will lead field activities, develop plans, conduct tests, and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders across multiple projects in the USA.

The role requires technical degrees, strong data management, and ability to travel up to 30-40% to client sites. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• A recognized university technical degree or equivalent.
• Engineering Degree is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in MS Office products.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate and organize multiple project schedules concurrently.

Responsibilities

• Have experience with all commissioning processes and deliverables per ASHRAE, CSA, and LEED.
• Monitor, review and execute commissioning-related projects with technical field activity.
• Lead cross functional teams with outside consultants and contractors.
• Develop commissioning plans and specifications and manage schedules.
• Conduct site visits, start-up tests, and witness functional and integrated tests.
• Chair commissioning meetings and review design drawings and submittals.

Skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Project scheduling

Data management

Education

Engineering degree

Technical university degree

Tools

MS Office

Testing meters

Portable data loggers

Job description

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward. JLL is currently seeking a dynamic individual for the role of Commissioning Project Engineer to provide reliable, timely and efficient support to our Commissioning & Building Analytics (CBA) team. The position entailed working with a diverse group of internal and external Stakeholders at all levels of the organization. The successful candidate will be detail-oriented, possess strong organizational skills, and have a team player attitude. In particular, you will be responsible for carrying out the following duties specific to your position: Have experience with all commissioning processes and deliverables covered in ASHRAE, CSA, and LEED commissioning requirements. Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing equipment/systems inspections, testing, and associated commissioning activities. Monitor, review, and execute all facets of Commissioning related projects by providing exceptional technical and field activities. In addition, the candidate will be expected to demonstrate strong technical functions throughout the design, pre-construction, construction, and post-construction phases of projects. Liaise with team members, outside consultants and contractors to assist in leading cross functional teams on various projects. Understanding and capability of how to develop strong Commissioning Plans and Commissioning Specifications. Jointly manage commissioning projects, developing commissioning activity schedules and sequence-of-work. Conduct comprehensive field-based commissioning activities, including site visits, the development and approval of start-up and test forms, as well as managing, directing, and witnessing the execution of Functional Test scripts and Integrated Systems Test scripts. Perform Commissioning Design Drawing & Specification Reviews, as well as Submittal (shop drawing) reviews. Chair Commissioning Meetings. Have understanding of how to use calibrated testing equipment used in the commissioning process (flow hoods, anemometers, pitot tubes, IR cameras, Power Quality Meters, various meters, etc.) Knowledge and experience in testing mechanical and HVAC&R systems, building management & automation systems, plumbing equipment and systems, lighting controls systems and normal/emergency power systems. Develop, track, and resolve issues using an Issues Log. Understanding of how to develop and execute seasonal/performance tests. Ability to develop and compile project documentation into site/project specific Systems Manuals. Ability to develop/review/evaluate training programs for installed equipment and systems. The candidate will support, front to back, all the project documentation requirements. The candidate will perform, front to back, all the field activity components.

Key Responsibilities

• Have experience with all commissioning processes and deliverables covered in ASHRAE, CSA, and LEED commissioning requirements.
• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing equipment/systems inspections, testing, and associated commissioning activities.
• Monitor, review, and execute all facets of Commissioning related projects by providing exceptional technical and field activities.
• In addition, the candidate will be expected to demonstrate strong technical functions throughout the design, pre-construction, construction, and post-construction phases of projects.
• Liaise with team members, outside consultants and contractors to assist in leading cross functional teams on various projects.
• Understanding and capability of how to develop strong Commissioning Plans and Commissioning Specifications.
• Jointly manage commissioning projects, developing commissioning activity schedules and sequence-of-work.
• Conduct comprehensive field-based commissioning activities, including site visits, the development and approval of start-up and test forms, as well as managing, directing, and witnessing the execution of Functional Test scripts and Integrated Systems Test scripts.
• Perform Commissioning Design Drawing & Specification Reviews, as well as Submittal (shop drawing) reviews.
• Chair Commissioning Meetings.
• Have understanding of how to use calibrated testing equipment used in the commissioning process (flow hoods, anemometers, pitot tubes, IR cameras, Power Quality Meters, various meters, etc.).
• Knowledge and experience in testing mechanical and HVAC&R systems, building management & automation systems, plumbing equipment and systems, lighting controls systems and normal/emergency power systems.
• Develop, track, and resolve issues using an Issues Log.
• Understanding of how to develop and execute seasonal/performance tests.
• Ability to develop and compile project documentation into site/project specific Systems Manuals.
• Ability to develop/review/evaluate training programs for installed equipment and systems.
• The candidate will support, front to back, all the project documentation requirements.
• The candidate will perform, front to back, all the field activity components.

Additional Expectations

• Willingness to travel up to 30%-40% to client sites across the USA.
• Assist the team in meeting the demanding workload.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and assignments concurrently.
• Ability to work individually and in a team environment.
• Strong troubleshooting & root-cause analysis skills.

Required Qualifications

• A recognized university technical degree or equivalent.
• Engineering Degree is preferred.
• Experience in the use of mechanical testing meters, ability to analyze and review reports on test results including portable temperature and humidity data loggers, air flow meters, test and balance, etc.
• A minimum of 2 years of relevant mechanical or electrical engineering and/or field-testing.
• Strong data management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in MS Office products.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate and organize multiple project schedules concurrently.

Desired Qualifications

• Professional Engineer/PE or PMP designation is considered an asset.
• Any combination of Certified Energy Manager (CEM), Certified Building Commissioning Professional (CBCP), Certified Commissioning Process Management Professional (CPMP), Building Commissioning Professional (BCxP), or Certified Commissioning Authority (CxA) designations is considered an asset.
• LEED AP certification is preferred.
• Willingness and ability to travel internationally when needed.
• Ability to use electrical testing meters and equipment and analyze and report on test results including Power Quality Meters (PQM), thermography, NETA tests, ground tests, hi-pot, megger, etc. is an asset.

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Expected compensation for this position: 120,000.00 – 150,000.00 USD per year. Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.

Location: Remote – Los Angeles, CA, Sacramento, CA, San Diego, CA, San Francisco, CA.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

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