Senior Commissioning Engineer

About the role

FST Technical Services Commissioning (Cx) division is one of the leading Cx firms in the country. We partner with clients for quality assurance in the design, construction, and post-acceptance phases of building projects. We ensure that equipment in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and associated systems are designed, installed, and functionally tested to meet the clients requirements and design intent. We have an opportunity for a Senior Commissioning Project Engineer in Baltimore, MD to work on a wide range of projects. Our portfolio is extremely diverse, and we consult on a variety of projects including cultural/educational institutions, airports/public infrastructure, healthcare facilities and manufacturing complexes.

Responsibilities

• Complete office assignments, time and expense management, in-field installation validation, field observation reports and meeting notes, functional performance testing, on-site and factory witness testing, writing of reports and meeting notes, submittal reviews, and design documentation evaluation
• Execute target billable hours and manage tasks within time budgeted
• Lead Cx meetings
• Assist the construction team with identifying/solving technical issues when they arise
• Interpret contract documents to predict scope gaps, maximize opportunities to provide value for clients, and reduce risk
• Support the team leader in coordinating weekly staff scheduling
• Train and mentor team members on proper documentation, field procedures, and equipment usage
• Participate in and lead sessions of the company-wide developmental safety and training programs
• Support revenue targets and quality assurance goals by expanding relationships with existing clients
• Travel to and from various job sites within the assigned region

Requirements

• Completed bachelor's degree in HVACR, mechanical or electrical engineering, construction management OR associate's degree in engineering technology or related trade school, construction, maintenance, or engineering controls experience
• 7+ years employment in a staff or intern position related to maintenance, construction, or engineering controls OR 3+ years in the Cx industry
• 5+ years of experience managing the interconnectivity of building equipment including pumps, fans, motors, air ventilation, chillers, boilers, steam distribution, heat absorption, building automation systems, optimization techniques, electrical distribution, fire alarm, variable refrigerant flow, and waste-water systems
• Knowledge of construction drawings, specifications, bid process, and ancillary industry documents
• Aptitude to solve problems independently and in a team environment
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Public speaking and presentation skills
• Adaptability to varying indoor and outdoor working conditions
• Physical fitness, capability to lift at least 30 pounds, and ability to climb ladders
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Preferred Qualifications

• Trade association involvement
• EIT, ACP, CEM or similar certification from experience
• OSHA 30 or other safe workplace certifications
• Familiarity with building information modeling

Pay

$100,000 to $130,000