Jobs · Engineering · Virginia

Senior Commissioning Specialist

Aspen Technical Staffing, Inc. · Arlington, VA · 3 wk ago
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Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and execute commissioning activities from design phase through construction, acceptance, and turnover
  • Oversee and perform QA/QC inspections and functional performance testing of building systems
  • Manage equipment and system start-up activities to ensure proper operation and readiness
  • Develop and implement commissioning plans, test procedures, and field execution strategies
  • Cook up direct with clients, contractors, engineers, and project stakeholders to resolve technical issues
  • Review design documents, specifications, submittals, and shop drawings to support commissioning activities
  • Validate performance of mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and building automation systems
  • Oversee TAB (Testing, Adjusting, and Balancing) review and field verification processes
  • Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and project requirements
  • Provide detailed field reporting, issue tracking, and commissioning documentation throughout project lifecycle
  • Mentor and support junior commissioning staff as needed on project execution

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline, or equivalent experience
  • Minimum of 10+ years of progressive commissioning experience, including:
    • Utility infrastructure systems
    • Mechanical and plumbing systems
    • Building automation systems (Client) / controls
    • Building and facility systems/components
    • Facility operations and maintenance
    • Mission Critical experience is a plus
  • Strong working knowledge of ASHRAE standards, NFPA codes, and TAB processes
  • Demonstrated experience with complex mechanical testing and commissioning procedures
  • U.S. Citizenship required
  • Ability to travel up to 50%, including multi-week field assignments and potential long-term deployments
  • Industry-recognized commissioning certification preferred

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