Senior Sustainable Building Commissioning Specialist
Salary: $95,000 - $130,000+ (depending on location and experience)
A nationally recognized sustainability and building performance consulting firm is seeking a Senior Sustainable Building Commissioning Specialist to join its growing team. This organization partners with leading technology, life sciences, higher education, and commercial clients to deliver high-performance, energy-efficient, and sustainable building solutions.
Responsibilities
- Lead commissioning activities for new construction and existing building projects.
- Conduct design reviews and ensure compliance with commissioning standards, LEED requirements, and applicable energy codes.
- Develop and maintain commissioning documentation including Owner's Project Requirements (OPR), Commissioning Plans, Training Plans, Systems Manuals, and Final Commissioning Reports.
- Perform site visits, witness functional testing, and validate system performance.
- Oversee commissioning processes for HVAC, BAS/controls, electrical, plumbing, renewable energy, and central plant systems.
- Mentor junior commissioning professionals and provide technical leadership on project teams.
- Participate in client-facing meetings and contribute to project delivery, budgeting, scheduling, and quality assurance efforts.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Sustainability, or a related discipline.
- 8+ years of experience in building performance, sustainability consulting, commissioning, or a related field.
- 5+ years of hands-on commissioning experience.
- Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, controls, and building automation systems.
- Experience with LEED and high-performance building projects.
- CxP certification preferred.
- PE license and experience with HVAC controls, BAS, energy auditing, or renewable energy systems strongly preferred.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
- Industry-leading sustainability consulting practice.
- Strong emphasis on work-life balance and flexible/hybrid work arrangements.
- Minimal travel required (approximately 5%).
- Opportunity to work on complex, high-profile projects with premier clients.
- Clear path for professional growth, technical leadership, and mentorship responsibilities.
- Comprehensive benefits package including healthcare, retirement contributions, generous PTO, paid parental leave, and wellness programs.
Location
Hybrid opportunities available in multiple U.S. markets, including:
- New York, NY
- Portland, OR
- Los Angeles, CA
- Colorado (select locations)
Compensation
$95,000 - $130,000+ base salary, depending on geographic location, experience, credentials, and technical expertise.
If you're a commissioning professional looking to join a respected sustainability-focused consulting team with exceptional work-life balance, limited travel, and strong career growth potential, we'd love to connect.
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