Lead Commissioning Agent – HVAC & Building Systems

Cushing Terrell; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 84,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Cushing Terrell is seeking a Commissioning Agent to lead HVAC and building systems commissioning across healthcare, commercial, retail, and education projects from design through turnover. This full-time, on-site role requires traveling up to 50% and mentoring technicians to build a capable team.

You will review documentation, sign off on test forms, and communicate findings in data-driven reports to owners and designers.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience commissioning HVAC, refrigeration, or other electrical systems
• Strong understanding of HVAC components and controls
• Onsite work with up to 50% travel, multi-day site work common
• Ability to perform design reviews and read construction docs/specifications
• Strong technical writing and client communication skills

Responsibilities

• Lead commissioning efforts for HVAC, refrigeration, and related mechanical systems from design review through owner turnover
• Perform design reviews and review shop drawings to confirm systems meet Owner's Project Requirements and Basis of Design
• Review commissioning documentation, functional test forms, and field reports for accuracy before final sign-off
• Execute and document functional performance testing on complex systems using data loggers and measurement tools
• Consult directly with owners, designers, and contractors to resolve open issues
• Communicate findings and recommendations through data-driven reports for technical and non-technical audiences
• Mentor commissioning technicians and contribute to team quality standards and best-practice checklists
• Deliver final commissioning reports and represent Cushing Terrell in project and strategy meetings

Skills

HVAC commissioning

Reading construction docs

Technical writing

Client communication

Team mentoring

On-site travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Bluebeam

Job description

Cushing Terrell is seeking a Commissioning Agent to lead HVAC and building systems commissioning across healthcare, commercial, retail, and education projects from design through turnover. This full-time, on-site role requires traveling up to 50% and mentoring technicians to build a capable team.

You will review documentation, sign off on test forms, and communicate findings in data-driven reports to owners and designers.