Commissioning Specialist
Commissioning Specialist
Location: Nashville, TN
A respected multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm is seeking a Commissioning Specialist to support a diverse portfolio of building projects across healthcare, commercial, education, government, and other complex facilities. This position offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced commissioning professionals while gaining exposure to all phases of the commissioning process, from design reviews through functional performance testing.
Responsibilities
- Support commissioning and retro-commissioning projects for a variety of building types.
- Participate in design reviews, construction observations, and functional performance testing.
- Evaluate and verify the performance of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, life safety, controls, and related building systems.
- Prepare commissioning documentation, reports, and field observations.
- Collaborate with project teams, contractors, owners, and design professionals throughout project execution.
- Assist with troubleshooting and resolving building system performance issues.
- Travel to project sites as required.
Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in commissioning, MEP consulting, construction administration, building operations, controls, test and balance, or a related field.
- Experience with building commissioning and retro-commissioning processes.
- Strong understanding of building systems, including HVAC, controls, electrical, and plumbing systems.
- Ability to conduct site visits, inspections, and functional testing activities.
- Commissioning certifications such as CxA, CxT, or equivalent are preferred
- LEED accreditation is a plus.
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction, Building Science, or a related field preferred.
- Strong communication, documentation, and problem-solving skills.
- Willingness to travel frequently (50%+).
Preferred Technical Experience
Experience with several of the following:
- Building Automation Systems (BAS) / DDC Controls
- HVAC Systems
- Plumbing Systems
- Fire Alarm & Life Safety Systems
- Lighting & Lighting Controls
- Emergency Power Systems
- Low Voltage Systems
- Renewable Energy Systems
This is an excellent opportunity for a commissioning professional seeking long-term career growth with a well-established engineering consulting organization that values technical excellence, collaboration, and professional development.
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