Sr. Commissioning Provider

At I.C. Thomasson, a Salas O’Brien Company, we tell our clients that we’re engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. That’s why we’re committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future.

Building for the long-term means that all of our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high-impact career—and they’ll receive great total rewards along the way.

Job Summary:

The Commissioning Providers role is to oversee and manage Commissioning Projects from pre-construction through project close-out. They are accountable for all aspects of assigned projects and project success and may be responsible for multiple projects at one time.

This is a full-time, salaried position that reports to the Cx Director and is eligible for our industry-leading benefits package including 401(k)with employer match, health, dental, and vision plans for you and your dependents, employer-paid life and AD&D insurance, flexible spending accounts, Salas O’Brien Academy for internal training and professional education, licensing insurance, and much more.   

General Duties:

• Coordinate with general contractors, sub-contractors, vendors, and the owner verbally and in writing


• Develop commissioning scope and fees for proposals


• Review and understand project plans, project scopes, specifications, contract documents, and schedules


• Understand and communicate complete project contract scope, regulations, and safety measures to internal staff and other project team members


• Collaborate with Project Accountants to develop monthly invoices, accounts receivables and accounts payables


• Be the main point of contact for clients and internal staff on assigned projects


• Design reviews including OPR, BOD, Plans and Specification.


• Facilitate OPR Workshop if required


• Review of submittals and shop drawings


• Develop Commissioning Plans


• Perform periodic Site Observation Visits during construction and preparing Site Observation Reports


• Develop project-specific test scripts including Pre-Functional Checklists (PFC), Functional Performance Tests (FPT), and Integrated Systems Tests (IST).


• Onsite execution and witnessing of tests


• Facilitate commissioning meetings, capturing and delivering meeting minutes to the project team.


• Manage the resolution of Commissioning Issues


• Develop Commissioning Reports/Systems Manuals


• Perform Warranty Walk Throughs and updating Cx Reports/Systems Manuals

Skills:

• You are highly organized, have proven team leadership skills, and are able to deliver excellent service to clients


• You have a high-level understanding of engineering knowledge specifically in the built environment


• You have excellent written and verbal communication skills


• You have experience managing multiple projects from start to finish


• You can respond thoughtfully and effectively to sensitive situations


• You have analytical skills to be able to analyze relevant information and provide thoughtful solutions


• You have an understanding of local energy codes and LEED Cx requirements


• Project Management Experience


• Knowledge of Building Automation Systems is a plus


• Field experience is preferred


• Ability to read construction drawings


• Ability to read, understand and act on project financial information

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or 5+ years of equivalent MEP construction, commissioning and project management experience


• Project Management Certification is preferred but not required


• Professional Engineering License is preferred but not required


• Certification in Building Commissioning is preferred but not required

Travel: 30-50%

Other Requirements:

*Physical ability to bend and lift 30 lbs
*Ability to climb stairs/ladders

This role is eligible for performance-based bonuses, and a comprehensive U.S. based benefits package, including:

•  Medical, dental, and vision insurance


•  401(k) with company match


•  Paid time off and company holidays


•  Wellness programs and employee assistance resources


•  Professional development support

For more information, visit our full benefits overview here - Salas O'Brien benefits

About Us:

Founded in 1975, Salas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow’s requirements are today’s opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges.

We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more.

Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement
Salas O’Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O’Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.

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