Senior Commissioning Agent

About the role

As a Senior Commissioning Agent in our Houston office, you will play a crucial role in helping our clients achieve energy-efficient building solutions, safeguard the environment, and create a better, greener future.

Responsibilities

• Resolve commissioning challenges and complete tasks assigned
• Develop and implement commissioning process delivery plans based on information set forth in owner’s project requirements, basis of design, design and construction documents, as well as information gathered from users and project partners, field surveys, and code research
• Apply technical knowledge of building systems across disciplines including fire protection, HVAC, plumbing/piping, electrical, technology, instrumentation and controls, process and lighting systems
• Show fundamental knowledge of construction processes and project delivery models
• Understand applicable codes, standards and specification requirements, and interpret them
• Utilize commissioning certification with a nationally recognized professional body
• Apply proficiency in applicable technologies including computer/software, data loggers, test and measurement equipment

Requirements

• Technical or Associate Degree in HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, or architectural design, or construction engineering from an accredited technical institution or college; or commensurate design or construction experience
• Extensive knowledge of commissioning processes and commissioning process delivery
• Fundamental knowledge of construction processes and project delivery models
• Understanding of applicable codes, standards and specification requirements, and ability to interpret them
• Commissioning certification with a nationally recognized professional body
• Proficient in application of applicable technologies including computer/software, data loggers, test and measurement equipment

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license and state required vehicle insurance
• General understanding of the resources required to complete specific types of projects
• Ability to anticipate commissioning work, and to delegate and balance work for others
• Ability to work well in a team environment, including carrying out appropriate follow-through with others, mentoring, delegating work, and giving and receiving constructive feedback
• Communicates well with clients, project partners and with individuals at all levels in the organization
• Experience in combining personal judgment and a broad perspective to make decisions that positively affect the overall commissioning process
• Ability to access and interpret all types of design and contract instruments including BIM models
• Ability to apply safety training to specific construction situations and avoid unsafe work environments
• Ability to use and instruct others in the safe use of test and measurement equipment and common tools
• Strong spoken and written communications skills
• Excellent organization and time management skills
• Quick technical comprehension and motivation focused on client outcomes
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks
• Effective working individually and within team environments

Skills

• General understanding of the resources required to complete specific types of projects
• Ability to anticipate commissioning work, and to delegate and balance work for others
• Ability to work well in a team environment, including carrying out appropriate follow-through with others, mentoring, delegating work, and giving and receiving constructive feedback
• Communicates well with clients, project partners and with individuals at all levels in the organization
• Experience in combining personal judgment and a broad perspective to make decisions that positively affect the overall commissioning process
• Ability to access and interpret all types of design and contract instruments including BIM models
• Ability to apply safety training to specific construction situations and avoid unsafe work environments
• Ability to use and instruct others in the safe use of test and measurement equipment and common tools
• Strong spoken and written communications skills
• Excellent organization and time management skills
• Quick technical comprehension and motivation focused on client outcomes
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks
• Effective working individually and within team environments

Benefits

• Real opportunities to grow—through mentorship, professional development programs, and exposure to high-impact projects across disciplines
• To collaborate with inspiring teammates who challenge the status quo, foster innovation, and pave the way for future leaders
• A benefits package that offers health, dental, vision, and retirement, a performance-based year-end bonus, and thoughtful perks tailored to your needs—whether that's a flexible work environment, wellness resources, or community-focused initiatives

Pay

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Full-time position available.

Contact

To apply, please visit our careers page. If you know someone who would thrive in this role, please share this posting with them directly via email or through your LinkedIn network.

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