Senior Commissioning Agent

KLH Engineers, Inc.; Fort Thomas (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

KLH Engineers, Inc. is seeking a Senior Commissioning Agent to lead the commissioning process from design through occupancy on building projects in the Fort Thomas, KY area.

The role requires coordinating with owners, architects, engineers, contractors, and facility staff to verify performance of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, controls and life safety systems. The ideal candidate will bring 10+ years of commissioning or related experience, a BS degree, and a CxA certification, with the ability to

Qualifications

• Minimum BS degree from an accredited four-year university or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of commissioning, HVAC service, Building Automation Systems, or facility engineering experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• CxA certification (Commissioning Authority) is required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Commissioning Authority for new construction and existing building projects.
• Develop commissioning plans, specifications, checklists and project deliverables.
• Lead commissioning meetings with owners, contractors, design teams, and manufacturers.
• Manage commissioning scopes, schedules, budgets and client expectations.
• Mentor commissioning technicians and design team.
• Support business development and growth of KLH's commissioning services.

Job description

Open Positions

Location: Fort Thomas, KY

Job Id:271

# of Openings:1

I. Summary

A senior commissioning agent is the technical leader responsible for ensuring that building systems are designed, installed, tested and operate in accordance with the Owner's Project Requirements and design intent. The senior commissioning agent leads the commissioning process from design through occupancy, coordinating with owners, architects, engineers, contractors, and facility staff to verify the performance of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, controls and life safety systems. The role combines technical expertise, field troubleshooting, quality assurance, and project leadership to deliver high-performing, energy efficient buildings.

II. Duties & Responsibilities

Senior Commissioning Agent

General

• Serve as the Commissioning Authority (CxA) for new construction and existing building projects.
• Develop commissioning plans, specifications, checklist and project deliverables.
• Lead commissioning meetings with owners, contractors, design teams, and manufacturers.
• Manage commissioning scopes, schedules, budgets and client expectations.
• Act as a trusted advisor to owners and facility personnel.
• Present findings and recommendations clearly and professionally.
• Participate in business development and proposal efforts.
• Help grow KLH's commissioning services throughout the region.

Technical

• Review design documents for HVAC, electrical, plumbing, life safety, and control systems.
• Conduct field inspections throughout construction.
• Perform equipment verification and startup observations.
• Develop and execute functional performance tests.
• Witness TAB activities and controls integrations.
• Mentor commissioning technicians and design team.
• Support development of commissioning standards and best practices.
• Support development of Mechanical Department standards and best practices.

III. Qualifications

Senior CxA

Education

• o Minimum of a Bachelor of Science Degree (BS) from an accredited four-year university or equivalent experience required

Experience

• 10+ years of experience in Commissioning, HVAC service, Building Automation Systems, Facility engineering

Computer Skills

• Basic computing skills and proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite

Certifications

• Commissioning Authority (CxA)

IV. Performance Metrics

Senior CxA

• Experience
• Accepts responsibility and ownership of work
• Accuracy and timeliness of completed tasks
• Expands knowledge base and consistently applies
• Attention to detail
• Understanding and application of company standards
• Department participation
• Innovation
• Quality and effectiveness of communication with clients and other outside parties

About KLH Engineers

Founded in 1955 and nationally ranked among the top engineering firms, KLH Engineers is redefining excellence in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and technology design. We serve civic, education, healthcare, hospitality, lifestyle, industrial, retail, and workplace markets with a commitment to innovation, transparency, and bold leadership. At KLH, we invite every voice to shape the future, embrace challenges as opportunities, and deliver solutions that matter.