Senior Commissioning Engineer

JD Ross Energy; Washington, Baltimore (District of Columbia, MD); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

JD Ross Energy is seeking a seasoned professional to join our growing consulting practice focused on building performance, commissioning, and energy optimization. You will lead technical teams, expand regional operations, and deliver complex commissioning projects across a diverse portfolio of facilities.

You will drive business development, manage client relationships, and set technical standards while mentoring staff and building scalable processes to support growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of commissioning, building systems, or related consulting experience.
• Proven success in business development and client relationship management.
• Experience leading projects and managing technical teams.
• Active commissioning certification such as CxA, CCP, CxM, BCxP, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Grow and manage a regional portfolio of commissioning and building performance projects.
• Lead proposal development, client presentations, and project pursuit strategies.
• Oversee commissioning projects from new construction to retrofits.
• Mentor and develop commissioning and engineering professionals.
• Collaborate with project managers, contractors, and facilities operators.

Skills

Client leadership

Business development

Project management

Team leadership

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Building Sciences / Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

This is an opportunity to join a growing consulting practice focused on building performance, commissioning, and energy optimization. The successful candidate will play a key role in expanding regional operations, developing client relationships, leading technical teams, and delivering complex commissioning projects across a diverse portfolio of facilities.

Key Responsibilities

Business Development & Client Leadership

• Grow and manage a regional portfolio of commissioning and building performance projects.
• Develop relationships with building owners, developers, public agencies, engineering firms, architects, and construction partners.
• Represent the organization at industry events, conferences, and client presentations.
• Lead proposal development, interview preparation, and project pursuit strategies.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for key client accounts and identify opportunities for repeat and expanded business.
• Lead, mentor, and develop commissioning and engineering professionals.
• Establish technical standards, quality expectations, and best practices.
• Support recruiting, onboarding, and staff development efforts.
• Help build scalable processes and operational frameworks to support growth.

Technical Project Oversight

• Oversee commissioning projects ranging from new construction to existing building retrofits.
• Lead commissioning planning, system testing, issue resolution, and project closeout activities.
• Review construction documents, specifications, equipment submittals, and installation practices.
• Evaluate building systems to confirm performance aligns with project requirements and operational goals.
• Review and approve technical reports and client deliverables.

Project Coordination

• Collaborate with project managers, contractors, design professionals, facility operators, and other stakeholders.
• Facilitate commissioning meetings and coordinate project activities.
• Support startup, testing, troubleshooting, and performance verification of building systems.
• Assist in identifying and resolving technical and operational issues during construction and occupancy phases.

Field Responsibilities

Responsibilities may include:

• Conducting site visits, system inspections, and functional performance testing.
• Participating in coordination meetings with project stakeholders.
• Observing equipment startup and operational testing.
• Accessing mechanical, electrical, and rooftop equipment as required.
• Working within occupied facilities while maintaining professionalism and adherence to site‑specific requirements.
• Occasional overnight travel within the region (typically less than 20%).

Qualifications

Required Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Building Sciences, Construction Management, or a related technical discipline. Advanced degrees are a plus.
• Minimum 10 years of commissioning, building systems, or related consulting experience.
• Demonstrated experience leading projects and managing technical teams.
• Proven success in business development and client relationship management.
• Established network within the architecture, engineering, construction, owner, or facilities sectors.
• Experience growing teams, mentoring staff, and developing business operations.

Technical Qualifications

• Active commissioning certification such as CxA, CCP, CxM, BCxP, or equivalent.
• Strong understanding of HVAC, electrical, controls, building automation, plumbing, life‑safety, security, and other building systems.
• Experience analyzing system performance data and troubleshooting operational issues.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and related business software.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to satisfy project‑specific background screening and site access requirements when necessary.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to lift, climb ladders, access rooftops, and navigate active construction sites or operating facilities.
• Ability to travel as required to support project execution and client needs.