Senior Commissioning Engineer

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Senior Commissioning Engineer

Position Overview
JLL is seeking a Senior Commissioning Engineer to lead commissioning activities for large-scale critical facility construction projects. This role requires comprehensive expertise in MEP systems commissioning quality assurance program execution and technical leadership throughout all project phases from design through post-construction.

Location:Home Based: Prefer Arlington VA area but open to qualified individuals in VA WV MA NY NJ OH NC SC PA NH FL MI
Travel:Up to 50% across USA client sites
Commitment:Minimum 40 hours/week
Compensation: $117000 - $143000

What This Job Involves

Commissioning Leadership & Technical Execution

Lead and execute comprehensive commissioning activities across all project phases including design pre-construction construction and post-construction. Demonstrate fluency with commissioning processes and deliverables per ASHRAE CSA and LEED requirements. Develop robust Commissioning Plans and Specifications while implementing electrical and EPMS QA/QC inspection programs for complex facility projects.

Field Operations & Testing

Conduct field-based commissioning activities including site visits startup witnessing functional testing and integrated systems testing. Utilize calibrated testing equipment such as flow hoods anemometers pitot tubes IR cameras and Power Quality Meters. Develop startup and test forms functional test scripts and integrated systems test scripts while managing execution and witnessing activities.

Documentation & Quality Management

Manage end-to-end project documentation including preparation review and issuance of commissioning deliverables. Develop inspection checklists test scripts procedures and project-specific documentation. Write detailed Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Methods of Procedures (MOPs). Compile comprehensive site-specific Systems Manuals and maintain Issues Logs to track and resolve project challenges.

Stakeholder Collaboration

Work directly with General Contractors MEP trades inspectors authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs) consultants and contractors. Chair commissioning meetings and coordinate cross-functional teams. Schedule and coordinate JLL and project team members to maximize efficiency while ensuring contractor compliance with requirements.

Project & Contract Management

Protect JLLs contractual position and ensure all work meets contracted requirements. Perform commissioning design drawing specification and submittal reviews. Manage fee allocation time and productivity conflict resolution and quality standards. Deliver project status reports and analyze contractor schedule updates.

Required Skills

Education & Experience

• Bachelors degree in Engineering or equivalent (Engineering degree preferred)
• Minimum 10 years of relevant MEP engineering and/or field-testing experience
• Minimum 5 years providing building commissioning and/or construction QA/QC field services

Technical Expertise

• Expert knowledge of commissioning processes per ASHRAE CSA and LEED standards
• Working knowledge of MEP equipment/systems installation startup pre-functional testing inspections and acceptance testing
• Proficiency using electrical testing meters and equipment including Power Quality Meters thermography NETA tests ground tests hi-pot megger
• Knowledge and experience testing utility transformers UPS systems generators automated paralleling switchgear ATSs STSs fuel oil systems PDUs EPMS and electrical power generation/distribution systems
• Proficiency with calibrated testing equipment (flow hoods anemometers pitot tubes IR cameras various meters)

Software & Systems

• Proficiency in QA/QC and commissioning software: BIM360 CxAlloy Facility Grid
• Proficiency in MS Project Word and Excel
• Strong data management skills

Professional Competencies

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate multiple project schedules and deliver status reports
• Ability to analyze and report on contractor and third-party schedule updates
• Strong fee time productivity conflict and quality management capabilities
• Ability to develop review and evaluate training programs for installed equipment and systems

Preferred Skills

Certifications & Licenses

• CEM CBCP CPMP and/or LEED designation
• Professional Engineer (PE) or PMP certification

Additional Experience

• Experience in consultancy or owner organization
• Background as a Facility Manager
• Experience as an operating engineer in data centers or mission-critical facilities
• International project experience
  

Language Skills

Work fluency in Spanish and/or Portuguese

Flexibility

Willingness and ability to travel internationally when needed


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Estimated compensation for this position:

This range is an estimate and actual compensation may differ. Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications location market conditions and internal considerations.

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If this job description resonates with you we encourage you to apply even if you dont meet all the requirements. Were interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:

JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental physical and emotional health. Some of these benefits may include:

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions

• Comprehensive Medical Dental & Vision Care

• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary

• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

• Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

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