Senior Commissioning Agent

WSP in the U.S.; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 103,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Retirement savings

Paid parental leave

Paid time off for bereavement and voting

Job summary

WSP in the U.S. is seeking a Senior Commissioning Agent to work in Seattle with focus on improving building systems and energy performance. You will execute building commissioning processes, perform energy audits, and support sustainability certifications such as LEED. Ideal candidates should have a BS in a relevant engineering field and 5-7 years of experience in building commissioning. Comprehensive benefits and competitive salary range of $103,000‑$142,000 are offered for this role.

Qualifications

• 5 to 7 years of relevant post-education experience in discipline with prior building and systems commissioning experience.
• Ability to travel part of the time.
• Desire to attain Cx, controls and/or TAB certifications.

Responsibilities

• Execution of standard building commissioning processes for new and existing construction.
• Conduct engineering design reviews for commissioning related activities.
• Perform ASHRAE Level 1, 2, and 3 Energy Audits.

Skills

Communication skills

Organization

HVAC technical knowledge

Education

BS in Mechanical, Electrical, or Architectural Engineering

Master’s Degree (preferred)

Job description

Job Description

WSP USA, an award‑winning and innovative multi‑disciplinary engineering consulting firm, seeks a Senior Commissioning Agent for our Los Angeles, CA office. Other locations include Phoenix, AZ; Irvine, CA; and Seattle, WA. WSP USA works closely with architects and owners from around the world on large, complex projects with a focus on sustainability and energy performance of the built environment. Our Engineers work on high quality, high-profile, national and international projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for the execution of building commissioning processes (new/retro/continuous), energy auditing and building retrofit applications, support for sustainability certification applications, and measurement and verification techniques.

WSP USA offers excellent growth opportunities. Initially, you will work under the supervision, training, and guidance of the senior commissioning lead for the Austin office. Preliminary participation in business development activities will also be encouraged.

Your Impact

• Execution of standard building commissioning processes for new and existing construction as found in ASHRAE Guidelines.
• Perform engineering design reviews for commissioning related activities.
• Performance of ASHRAE Level 1, 2, and 3 Energy Audits.
• Support for obtaining building sustainability certifications such as LEED, Energy Star, etc.
• Scopes of work to include a variety of building components: mechanical, plumbing, electrical distribution, lighting, and specialty systems including fire alarm, security, and other enhanced building technology/control systems such as nurse call, renewable energy systems, etc.
• Proficient communication and organization skills are necessary to conduct meetings, coordinate schedules, and prepare reports.

General Qualities

• Possess a desire to develop knowledge, skills, and abilities in the trade, and advance in a career in the commissioning industry.
• Ability to travel part of the time.
• Prioritize effectively, have good follow‑through, and practice self‑implemented quality control measures.
• Desire to attain Cx, controls and/or TAB certifications.

Required Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical, Electrical or Architectural Engineering or Construction‑related field.
• 5 to 7 years of relevant post‑education experience in discipline with prior building and systems commissioning experience.
• Technical knowledge of HVAC and building systems to evaluate and test the performance of these systems.
• Excellent written and oral communications skills.
• Total facilities commissioning experience preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree is preferred.
• LEED certification desired.
• Essential Professional Licensure/Certification.
• Experience managing small to mid‑size projects.

WSP Benefits

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation; paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

Compensation

Expected Salary (all locations): $103,000‑$142,000. WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and internal equity and specific geographic location.

About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, WSP USA designs lasting solutions in buildings, transportation, energy, water, and environmental markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

Equal Opportunity Employer

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Age, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Disability, or Protected Veteran Status.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

Notice to Third Party Agencies

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation. No fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.