Senior Commissioning / Construction Support Engineer (Wastewater Process Facilities)

CES Consultants; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 136,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

CES Consultants, Inc. is seeking a Senior Commissioning / Construction Support Engineer (Wastewater Process Facilities) to lead commissioning and startup activities at a DC Water site.

This field-based, hybrid role combines commissioning with construction oversight to ensure reliable system performance from installation through turnover. Ideal candidates have extensive wastewater experience, PCS/SCADA familiarity, and a track record in construction environments, working with operators,

Qualifications

• 8 to 15+ years of experience in wastewater, industrial, or process facilities.
• Direct experience with commissioning, startup, or system integration in treatment plants or similar environments.
• Strong understanding of process systems such as pumping systems, blowers, process piping, and chemical feed systems.
• Experience working safely in active industrial or wastewater environments, including adherence to site safety protocols.
• Familiarity with electrical systems, instrumentation, and controls/SCADA integration.
• Experience working in active construction environments (CMaR, design-build, or similar delivery).
• Ability to work in the field and coordinate across multiple stakeholders.
• Ability to work full-time on-site at the client facility.

Responsibilities

• Support commissioning planning, system readiness, and startup for wastewater treatment process systems.
• Participate in functional testing and system verification across process, mechanical, electrical, and controls scopes.
• Coordinate with contractors, integrators, and operations staff during startup and system turnover.
• Provide field-based oversight of mechanical and electrical installations, including verification of compliance with plans and specifications.
• Identify and resolve system-level issues affecting performance, reliability, or operability.
• Support integration of process equipment with controls and SCADA systems.
• Assist with turnover documentation, punchlist resolution, and closeout activities.
• Engage with owner representatives and plant operators to confirm system performance and readiness.

Skills

Wastewater process commissioning

Field coordination

CMaR / design-build

SCADA integration

Electrical & instrumentation

Startup & turnover

Construction oversight

Tools

SCADA systems

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: DC METRO - Alexandria, VA 22314Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: CertificateSalary Range: $130,000.00 - $190,000.00 Salary/yearJob Shift: DayJob Category: Engineering

Position Title: Senior Commissioning / Construction Support Engineer (Wastewater Process Facilities)Location: Washington, DC Office / Client Job Site- DC Water and Sewer

Job Type: Full-Time

Salary Range: $ 130,000.00 to $190,000.00, commensurate with experience, certifications, and depth of wastewater process commissioning and startup experience.

Work Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM

Reports To: Client Representative for functional and project oversight; CES Company Representative for employment, performance, and contractual administration.

Position Overview

This role is focused on commissioning and startup of complex wastewater treatment process systems, not building systems. We are seeking professionals with direct experience in plant operations, system startups, and process integration across mechanical, electrical, and controls systems. Candidates should be comfortable working in active treatment facilities and engaging directly with operators, contractors, and engineers to deliver fully functional systems.

This is a field-based, hybrid role that integrates commissioning with construction oversight. In addition to supporting system startup, the position will contribute to installation verification, issue resolution, and turnover to operations. The objective is to ensure that systems are not only constructed correctly but perform reliably under real operating conditions.

For experienced commissioning professionals, this role offers the opportunity to work directly with owner representatives and plant operators on large, complex facilities, influencing system performance from installation through startup and turnover.

Responsibilities

• Support commissioning planning, system readiness, and startup for wastewater treatment process systems
• Participate in functional testing and system verification across process, mechanical, electrical, and controls scopes
• Coordinate with contractors, integrators, and operations staff during startup and system turnover
• Provide field-based oversight of mechanical and electrical installations, including verification of compliance with plans and specifications
• Identify and resolve system-level issues affecting performance, reliability, or operability
• Support integration of process equipment with controls and SCADA systems
• Assist with turnover documentation, punchlist resolution, and closeout activities
• Engage with owner representatives and plant operators to confirm system performance and readiness.

QualificationsRequired Training and Experience:

• 8 to15+ years of experience in wastewater, industrial, or process facilities
• Direct experience with commissioning, startup, or system integration in treatment plants or similar environments
• Strong understanding of process systems such as pumping systems, blowers, process piping, and chemical feed systems
• Experience working safely in active industrial or wastewater environments, including adherence to site safety protocols
• Familiarity with electrical systems, instrumentation, and controls/SCADA integration
• Experience working in active construction environments (CMaR, design-build, or similar delivery)
• Ability to work in the field and coordinate across multiple stakeholders
• Ability to work full-time on-site at the client facility

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Commissioning Authority (CxA), BCxP, or similar
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Experience with large municipal wastewater treatment facilities
• Experience supporting system startup and operator training

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of alternative project delivery methods.
• Thorough knowledge of construction processes and procedures, specifications, standards, materials, and methods used in the wastewater industry.
• Ability to read and comprehend construction plans, specifications, inspection and test reports, and other documents associated with construction projects.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interface with clients, senior management, and regulatory agencies.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Soft Skills

• Support basic documentation and reporting associated with commissioning activities
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively with stakeholders.
• Excellent organizational abilities to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and take initiative.

Please Note: Prior to joining the program, candidates are subject to review, interview, and approval by DC Water in accordance with our contract.

Company Overview

CES Consultants, Inc. is a fast-growing, civil infrastructure engineering, program management, construction management, and program controls and technology firm with offices in Miami, Broward, West Palm Beach, Orlando, Tampa, and Jacksonville, Florida, the DC Metro area, New York City, and New Jersey.

At CES, we work as a team to deliver exceptional service and build lasting relationships with our employees and clients. We are looking for the right professionals to join us on our mission to provide cutting-edge, sustainable innovations that build resilient communities through smart solutions.

Being part of our culture means:

• Thriving on challenges and the effort needed to solve them.
• Working with people who are positive, adaptable, and growth minded.
• Delivering quality work for our clients and investing in their success.
• Supporting fellow teammates by work sharing and collaborating

Company Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package to qualified candidates.

The employee compensation package includes Employer premium cost share contributions to all employees and their families.

The benefit healthcare coverage package includes medical, dental, and vision, 401k with company contributions, Personal Time Off (PTO), and 100% company-paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability.

Additional Voluntary benefits include Long-Term Disability, Voluntary Life Insurance for employee/spouse/child(ren), and the opportunity to enroll in Health Flex Spending.

Equal Opportunity Employer

CES is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative-action employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulations in the locations where we work.