Senior Commissioning Authority

DLR Group; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 100,800 - 177,320; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

DLR Group in Washington, D.C. seeks a Senior Commissioning Authority to manage high-profile commissioning projects. This role requires over 15 years of experience, strong leadership in project management, and expertise in building design. The ideal candidate will oversee commissioning teams, ensuring compliance and excellence throughout project phases. Comprehensive benefits and a competitive salary range between $100,800 - $177,320 is offered, reflecting experience and location. Join us to drive innovation in smart buildings.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of hands-on experience in commissioning building systems.
• Expertise in the commissioning process for new construction and renovations.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple high-profile commissioning projects.
• Lead commissioning activities across all project phases.
• Mentor and train junior staff in building a cohesive team.

Skills

Building systems commissioning

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Commissioning certification (ACG, BCA, ASHRAE)

Tools

MEP and building automation systems

SkySpark

Job description

Locations

• Minneapolis, MN
• Washington, D.C.
• Orlando, FL
• Charlotte, NC
• Dallas, TX
• Fort Worth, TX

About The Smart Buildings Team

DLR Group’s approach is unique because we start every project with a focus on building performance outcomes and use this as a guide to inform our integrated design process. The commissioning process is central to our approach, ensuring quality and consistency throughout design and construction.

Our certified commissioning authorities, energy management experts and professional engineers combine design phase expertise with hands‑on functional testing and advanced operational performance analytics. This ensures projects are delivered at peak performance on day one of operations and are equipped for long‑term efficiency and success.

We focus the commissioning process to be the formal framework for delivering low‑carbon, high‑performance designs that elevate the human experience and deliver real value for building owners by prioritizing operational efficiency, occupant health and resilience.

Position Summary

In this position, you will be the project manager for multiple high‑profile, national and international commissioning projects across DLR Group’s core sectors including workplace, federal, education, hospitality, healthcare, justice & civic, mixed‑use and more. You will manage a commissioning team and work with these integrated design teams of architects, engineers and specialty designers, providing commissioning expertise.

As a senior commissioning authority, you will manage multiple projects at a time, perform thorough design and construction reviews, conduct commissioning meetings, and oversee functional testing. Expect to be traveling approximately 10–30% of your time in a typical month. In this role there is potential for rapid growth opportunities as we expand our smart buildings team.

The Successful Candidate Will

• Lead commissioning activities across all phases of the project with multiple trades and client management
• Review design and construction documents for compliance with owner’s project requirements and basis of design
• Oversee the implementation of commissioning plans, specifications, pre‑functional checklists, and functional performance tests.
• Provide subject matter expertise regarding that impact system performance.
• Collaborate with the leadership team to identify and pursue new business opportunities.
• Meet with potential clients, develop relationships, and present the value of our commissioning services.
• Mentor and train junior staff, helping to build a capable and cohesive commissioning team.

Required Qualifications

• +15 years of hands‑on experience in commissioning building systems
• Strong knowledge of the building design and construction industry, with expertise in the commissioning process for new construction, major renovations, and existing buildings
• In‑depth understanding of energy use, indoor environmental quality, operations, and maintenance in building commissioning
• Technical expertise in MEP and building automation systems, with the ability to evaluate and test system performance
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, along with strong organizational and computer skills
• Commissioning certification from a recognized body (ACG, BCA, or ASHRAE)
• Possess a sense of self‑direction and the ability to manage your own time and aid others to ensure projects are on schedule and within budget

Preferred Qualifications

• Licensed professional engineer
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or related field.
• Familiarity with, or willingness to learn, SkySpark as a connected‑commissioning/monitoring‑based commissioning tool is a plus.

Benefits

Our comprehensive benefits at DLR Group include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401(k) plan, employee stock ownership, and bonus opportunities.

Compensation

Pay range: $100,800 - $177,320 USD. Compensation considerations are based on location, experience, and skills.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/affirmative action/M/F/Veteran/Disabled employer.