Senior Commissioning/Validation Specialist

Stantec; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 107,100 - 160,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) plan

Paid family leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A leading integrated design practice is seeking a Commissioning and Validation specialist in Raleigh, North Carolina. This hands-on position entails reviewing designs, preparing protocols, and supporting project managers. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and at least 10 years of related experience. The role offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including health plans and a 401(k). Travel to local offices and client sites is mandatory.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of related work experience required.
• Ability to meet assignment schedules and deliver quality products under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Perform commissioning/validation tasks, including reviewing documents.
• Prepare commissioning protocols that adhere to specifications.
• Assist with client presentations and business-development.

Skills

Good organizational and time-management skills

Self-sufficient and self-motivated

Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Chemical Engineering

Job description

Stantec’s Buildings team is on a mission to become the world’s leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, consultants, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. Our collaborative culture and innovative, sustainable approach help us create buildings that matter to our world.

Your Opportunity

Stantec’s collaborative team partners with clients at all phases of the project lifecycle to bring designs to life that support and enhance communities. The Commissioning and Validation role focuses on confirming that building equipment and facilities meet design requirements and produce the expected results. This hands‑on position offers diverse responsibilities and growth across North America, from small renovations to large capital projects.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Perform commissioning/validation tasks, including reviewing shop drawings, equipment submittals, and lifecycle documents.
• Review designs, drawings, specifications of facilities, equipment, and automation to understand project scope and commissioning/validation requirements.
• Prepare commissioning/validation protocols that adhere to specifications, client templates, and lifecycle documents.
• Assist in executing commissioning/validation project protocols, resolve discrepancies, and generate final reports to close protocols.
• Assist the Director of Commissioning/Validation with client presentations, communications, and business‑development related to project deliverables.
• Coordinate with Stantec engineering and client disciplines to confirm alignment with the design intent.
• Recognize technical problems, initiate or escalate appropriate corrective actions.
• Attend project coordination meetings.
• Support project managers in managing scope and fees for Commissioning/Validation projects.

Qualifications and Capabilities

• Good organizational and time‑management skills.
• Self‑sufficient, self‑motivated, with strong negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to meet assignment schedules and deliver quality products under pressure.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Chemical Engineering (or an equivalent combination of education and experience) is preferred. Minimum of 10 years of related work experience is required. Travel to local office and client sites for project work is mandatory.

Primary Location

United States | Ohio | Cleveland

Pay Range

• Minnesota, Ohio, Vermont, & various California & New York areas: $107,100.00 – $160,700.00 annually
• Washington, DC & various California & Massachusetts areas: $126,400.00 – $189,600.00 annually
• New York City & California (Bay Area) & New Jersey (RP): $134,900.00 – $202,500.00 annually

Benefits Summary

Regular full‑time and part‑time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans; wellness program; health savings and flexible spending accounts; 401(k) plan; employee stock purchase program; life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance; short‑term/long‑term disability plans; emergency travel benefits; tuition reimbursement; professional membership fee coverage; paid family leave; ten paid holidays per calendar year; paid sick leave (in accordance with state and local law). Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave. Benefits may differ for union positions as governed by collective bargaining agreements.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.