Commissioning Specialist II (33804)

We are seeking a Commissioning Specialist who thrives on active job sites and takes ownership of getting building systems fully functional. This role is ideal for commissioning professionals with 3-5 years of hands-on field experience who prefer on-site testing, troubleshooting, and execution over desk-heavy design work.

If you enjoy travel, leading field activities, working directly with contractors, and solving real-world system issues, this role is built for you. Candidates actively pursuing a commissioning certification are highly encouraged to apply.

This is a field-intensive position requiring approximately 75% travel.

What You’ll Be Doing In The Field

• Lead and execute on-site commissioning activities across mechanical, plumbing, fire protection, electrical, lighting, and controls systems.
• Support the Commissioning Agent / Lead, while independently running field commissioning for assigned systems and scopes.
• Develop and maintain commissioning documentation, including Owner’s Project Requirements (OPR), Basis of Design (BOD), and Commissioning Plans, in coordination with the Commissioning Agent and project teams.
• Develop and execute pre-functional and functional performance testing, with emphasis on field execution and verification.
• Perform hands-on testing of complex systems and integrated system operations.
• Commission systems such as VAV, VRF, hydronic systems, domestic water, fire protection interfaces, emergency power, lighting controls, and BAS-integrated systems.
• Identify deficiencies in the field, clearly document issues, and work directly with contractors, TAB firms, and controls vendors to drive resolution.
• Lead or participate in field meetings, startups, and testing coordination.
• Verify corrective actions on-site and confirm systems perform as intended.
• Serve as the primary commissioning presence in the field, communicating results to owners, contractors, and project teams.
• Perform limited document review only to identify constructability or field execution risks.
• Maintain accurate field documentation, issue logs, test records, and close-out documentation.
• Perform quality control of your own work and ensure compliance with established QA/QC procedures.
  
  
  

Job Duties

• Develop commissioning plans, checklists, and functional testing procedures for simple systems.
• Coordinate and perform functional performance testing on more complex HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and controls systems.
• Identify system deficiencies and assist in troubleshooting and resolution.
• Prepare detailed commissioning reports, issues logs, system verification documentation and close-out documents.
• Lead project meetings, representing commissioning interests, and communicate technical findings clearly.
• Apply applicable codes, standards, and best practices for building commissioning.
• Support engineers in data collection, issue tracking, and verification of corrective actions.
• Work within a collaborative environment with Architects, Engineers, and Contractors. Able to foresee issues in documents that will develop into field issues.
• Ensure compliance with established company QA/QC procedures. Individual shall perform quality control of their own work prior to giving to supervisor.
  
  
  

About HFA

HFA is a multidisciplinary architectural, engineering, and interior design firm who thrives in a people first driven environment. We build partnerships based on the integration of design thinking and project delivery. We believe that our people are our greatest asset, and we have developed a people-centric culture where we value our people at all levels. With a focus on well-being, we offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, a 401(k) with company match, an employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) and a flexible work schedule.

Our team members have access to professional development opportunities and learning stipends to pursue professional growth, and we take any chance we can get to recognize and reward our people for their amazing work.

Qualifications

Management Requirements: None

Education Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical field preferred, but not required. Equivalent training or field experience will be considered.

• 3-5 years of hands-on building commissioning experience, with a strong field emphasis.
• Experience commissioning multiple building systems, not just a single discipline.
• Solid working knowledge of ASHRAE Standard 202 and ASHRAE Guideline 0 as applied in the field.
• Understanding ASHRAE 90.1, IECC, and USGBC requirements, particularly how they affect testing and verification.
• Strong understanding of controls systems, sequences of operation, and system interactions from an operational perspective.
• Ability to work independently on active construction sites and manage multiple stakeholders.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical findings clearly.
• Willingness and ability to travel approximately 75% of the time.
  
  
  

Preferred / Ideal Certifications (Not Required)

Certifications are strongly preferred and viewed as indicators of technical depth and commitment to the commissioning profession:

• CxA - Certified Commissioning Authority (AABC Commissioning Group)
• CCP - Certified Commissioning Professional (BCxA)
• BCxP - Building Commissioning Professional (ASHRAE)
• CBCP - Certified Building Commissioning Professional (ASME)
  
  
  

Candidates actively pursuing a commissioning certification are highly encouraged to apply.