Commissioning Engineer Project Manager

Job Overview

The Commissioning Engineer Project Manager role within dbHMS will provide Cx project management by reviewing the design as it evolves, sing the as-built enclosures and equipment, and monitoring systems and energy use for a variety of projects while working closely with clients, contractors, architects, and MEP engineers. This role has a major impact on the sustainable performance of buildings by ensuring they perform as designed to reduce their energy use and carbon footprint.

About the Role

dbHMS is a firm dedicated to combining passion for engineering with client vision to realize successful construction projects. Our staff of talented individuals and unique characters is united in their dedication to delivering high-performance, efficient, and sustainable buildings worldwide.

Responsibilities

• Apply knowledge of engineering to understand systems in building designs.
• Understand building codes and apply information from them to proposed plans.
• Conduct quality assurance reviews to ensure engineering quality and accurate technical content of project documents.
• Survey existing buildings and identify discipline-specific systems and components.
• Review design documents for compliance with LEED and energy code requirements to ensure buildings run sustainably, as designed.
• Comprehend sequences of operation in control equipment and spot problems that will prevent proper operation, and therefore be less environmentally sustainable.
• Review, provide, or edit Commissioning related project specifications.
• Evaluate and submit documentation for LEED, WELL Building, and other certifications related to green buildings, renewable energy, and sustainability.
• Diagnose, analyze, troubleshoot, and solve complex building system problems with assistance from Senior Staff members.
• Prioritize work effectively.
• Communicate directly with the construction team and building owners in a professional manner.

Requirements

• Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree in an accredited and related 4-year Engineering program.
• Engineering work background, minimum 3-7+ years of experience.
• Previous commissioning, design, construction, or facilities field experience preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook to perform project-related office functions.
• Ability to provide clear and well-written memorandums, emails, and reports to clients (building owners, architects, engineers) regarding project-specific system performance and energy-efficiency evaluations.
• Adaptability to work on a flexible schedule as needed.
• Willingness to travel, occasionally overnight, up to 20% per year.

Qualifications

• E.I.T. or P.E. preferred.
• Previous Construction, Facilities Management, or Quality Assurance work experience.
• Specialty skills and/or certifications in systems such as LEED AP, CEM, CBCP, etc.
• Knowledge of building codes, design guidelines, and industry construction standards.

Skills

• Ability to multi-task by working on multiple overlapping projects.
• Motivated self-starter and fast learner committed to on-the-job training and personal self-development through continuing education.

Benefits

dbHMS offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• 401(k) matching
• Insurance - Health, Dental, Vision, and Life
• Paid Time Off
• Professional Trade Organization dues reimbursement