Mechanical Commissioning Agent - Building Engineering

Our building engineering team assesses the structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems in facilities with an emphasis on efficiency and quality.

We are seeking a Commissioning Agent/Authority for our Building Engineering Market.

This position can be based out of any of our Gresham Smith offices.

The successful candidate should be able to participate in and learn the following commissioning related actives:


* Prepare project-specific commissioning scope of services and assist in budgeting.


* Provide peer review of documents for constructability and commission-ability.


* Prepare commissioning plans (pre-functional checklists and functional performance tests) and review plans for completeness.


* Review contractor submittals for compliance to contract documents.


* Schedule and coordinate commissioning site visits and deliverables for projects.


* Travel to active project sites to perform commissioning activities (in a safe and professional manner).


* Compose and issue commissioning site visit reports.


* Review trends for performance.


* Reviews and sample TAB reports.


* Review training and O&M materials provided by contractors.


* Prepare final commissioning reports for projects.


* Additional commissioning activities may be required.

The successful candidate should be able to follow design/design assistance related actives:


* Review Gresham Smith's mechanical sequences of operations and details for optimal performance and implementation.


* Perform Construction Administration for Gresham Smith designs.


* Review contractor submittals for compliance to contract documents.


* Perform due diligence studies on existing buildings.


* Participate in contract bidding and administration.

Observe the ongoing progress of a project.


* Assist in the coordination of projects with clients, contractors, outside consultants, and firm staff.

Communicate and interact with project team members, client representatives, review agencies, and others as appropriate to the project.


* Assist in resolving a variety of complex problems (e.g., conflicting design requirements, unsuitability of conventional materials, difficult coordination requirements).

Minimum Qualifications:


* Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering OR 5 years of experience working for a mechanical contractor and demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.


* Must be able to travel regularly on a flexible schedule.


* Demonstrated knowledge of mechanical system installation and operation with building automation system interface.


* Demonstrated ability and willingness to train others in all activities listed above.

Preferred Qualifications:


* Minimum of 5 years of experience as a commissioning agent, mechanical contractor, or EIT.


* P.E.

preferred but not required.

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