Senior Building Commissioning Lead - HVAC & Systems

WSP Global Inc.; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP USA seeks a Lead - Commissioning in Raleigh, NC. This full-time role focuses on validating and commissioning building systems, coordinating cross-disciplinary teams, and delivering high-quality documentation throughout project lifecycles.

The candidate will guide energy auditing actions, develop testing specs, and ensure conformance with codes and permits while advancing innovative building technologies and predictive approaches to commissioning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a closely related discipline; or equivalent experience.
• 7–10+ years of post-education experience in building and systems commissioning.
• Familiarity with commissioning principles, codes, and permits.
• Experience with design software and building technologies.

Responsibilities

• Collect, compile, and analyze data from the site during construction phases for energy auditing, validation, and commissioning.
• Perform commissioning by researching site conditions, equipment, and installation to ensure conformance with codes and permits.
• Develop testing specs and readiness plans; prepare checklists and cost estimates with coordination.
• Involved from inception to completion for commissioning deliverables across project phases.
• Incorporate advanced technologies and modeling techniques to meet design requirements and operating standards.
• Verify site characteristics and provide technical assistance on commissioning issues.
• Oversee cross-functional teams on mid-size/multiple projects, monitoring budgets and resources.
• Coordinate and approve commissioning plans ensuring codes compliance.
• Prepare data visualizations and technical drawings for analysis.
• Maintain QC standards and testing logs for measurements and verification.
• Assist in scoping medium to large commissioning projects.
• Mentor and train junior to mid-level commissioning staff.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations with findings and recommendations.
• Analyze site assessment data to develop action plans for risk mitigation.
• Prepare and implement HASPs.
• Interact with regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and clients professionally.
• Collaborate across disciplines on projects and proposals.
• Stay current with commissioning techniques.
• Adhere to code of conduct and company policies.
• Perform additional duties as required.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Strong interpersonal communication

Self-leadership

Ability to work independently

Technical writing

Office automation

Spreadsheets

Predictive modeling

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Master’s Degree preferred

Licensure/certification preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

WSP USA seeks a Lead - Commissioning in Raleigh, NC. This full-time role focuses on validating and commissioning building systems, coordinating cross-disciplinary teams, and delivering high-quality documentation throughout project lifecycles.

The candidate will guide energy auditing actions, develop testing specs, and ensure conformance with codes and permits while advancing innovative building technologies and predictive approaches to commissioning.