Commissioning Agent/Startup Manager

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Key Responsibilities

• Planning & Leadership: Organize and lead the commissioning team, which includes representatives from DEP, NYPA, Arcadis (Design/Engineering), and the Contractor.
• Documentation: Develop and maintain the Preliminary and Final Construction Commissioning Plans.
• Technical Review: Review Contractor submittals, performance expectations, and Operation and Maintenance (O&M) Manuals for compliance with the Basis of Design (BoD) and Contract Documents.
• Testing & Verification: Develop test checklists and report forms for each system. Witness and document start-up and functional performance tests. Manage an Issues Log to track and resolve design, installation, and performance variances.
• Meetings & Coordination: Conduct initial coordination meetings, bi-weekly meetings during commissioning, pre-testing meetings, and training preparation conferences.
• Final Handover: Compile the comprehensive Systems Manual and the Final Commissioning Report. Certify when the work has achieved Substantial Completion relative to commissioning.

Candidate Requirements

• Experience: Substation Experience Preferred, NYPA/DEP Experience Preferred, Demonstrated ability to coordinate diverse project stakeholders, including DEP operations staff and Arcadis engineering teams.
• Compliance Knowledge: Familiarity with ISI Envision certification requirements and NYC DEP standards is highly preferred.
• Technical Reporting: Proven track record in developing detailed commissioning plans, progress reports, and systems manuals.

About Us

Building with purpose, crafting with excellence
With a strong foundation built on experience, integrity, and innovation, we take pride in delivering high-quality construction solutions tailored to the unique needs of our clients.
Mission: Our mission is to strengthen New York and deliver exceptional construction management services. We are committed to high-quality project delivery that meet the evolving needs of our clients, while maintaining the highest standards of efficiency.
Vision: We aspire to strengthen the future of New York, where construction is smarter, more sustainable, and deeply connected to the communities we support. By combining engineering expertise with forward-thinking technology, we deliver lasting value.