What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Commissioning Agent position at Socotec?
Company Description
SOCOTEC is a provider of niche consulting services within the architecture, engineering and construction industries focusing on high-performance buildings and specialty structures. Through an integrated, holistic approach, our professionals provide solutions for building envelope, energy efficiency, sustainability, code advisory and construction advisory projects.
SOCOTEC’s combination of expertise, experience and methods are increasingly recognized as best-in-class fueling significant growth.
SOCOTEC is proud to announce that it has been officially certified as a Great Place to Work by the renowned global authority on workplace culture, Great Place to Work®.
Job Description
- Review of Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing (MEP) design documents like drawings, Specifications (Specs), The Owner’s Project Requirements (OPR), and Bases of Design (BOD) to evaluate energy efficiency.
- Perform measurement, verification, commissioning, and retro-commissioning.
- Prepare and develop Pre-Functional and Functional Testing forms in compliance with green building practices.
- Collect data for energy conservation analyses, using jobsite observation, field inspections, or submetering.
- Carry out periodic visits to site for observation and acceptance of Pre-Functional tests.
- Inspect or monitor energy systems, including heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) to determine energy use or potential energy savings.
- Carry out Functional Tests (FT) of MEP equipment on site to verify the proper installation of new or relocated HVAC equipment per green building practices.
- Prepare energy-related project reports or related documentation.
- Prepare documents like Current Facility Requirement (CFR) and Operation and Maintenance (O&M) plans, Systems Manuals, Ongoing Commissioning (Cx) plans, Cx summary reports etc. Post FT.
- Perform reviewed Post- Occupancy reviews.
- Perform all other duties as assigned by your supervisor or manager.
Qualifications
- Extensive knowledge of high-performance building technologies and strategies related to mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and building automation systems.
- 7 years of experience in the building industry or environmental sciences.
- Minimum requires bachelor’s degree major in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering, or foreign degree equivalent, plus 2 years of training in Mechanical System, building design and construction.
- 5 years of familiarity with Commissioning Process as defined by ASHRAE Std 202-2018 and Guideline 0-2019.
- Experience reviewing and analyzing complex design and construction documents.
- Experience in equipment startup, Test & Balance, and Functional Testing.
- Strong organization, attention to detail, and communication skills.
- High technical ability including experience with Commissioning computer software, Bluebeam, Procore, Building Management Systems, and Microsoft Office. Ability using infrared thermometer and light meter.
- Ability and initiative to manage own schedule.
- Experience in MEP/renewable energy design, evaluation, construction, building operations, testing and/or verification (preferred).
- Licensed PE, CxA, LEED AP Green Associate or LEED AP specialty credential (preferred).
Additional Information
SOCOTEC offers generous compensation packages including salary, benefits & bonus based upon relevant experience.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines
SOCOTEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.