Commissioning Authority - Sacramento, CA

Commissioning Authority - Sacramento, CA The Opportunity

Glumac, a Tetra Tech company, is seeking a Commissioning Authority to join our world‑class Commissioning Team in Sacramento, CA. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a global leader in building engineering committed to combatting climate change through decarbonization, electrification, and resilient design.

Commissioning is a quality assurance process that is invaluable to building and infrastructure owners, ensuring that systems and components are installed and operate as intended. This role will give you a chance to experience work both in the office and in the field with hands‑on testing of a range of systems improving building performance, energy efficiency, reliability, and occupant comfort.

• Conduct field functional testing.
• Create pre‑functional and functional checklists.
• Lead commissioning meetings and manage the commissioning process for assigned projects.
• Perform field observations and document test results.
• Maintain issue resolution logs and compile commissioning reports.
• Assist with project management duties as needed.
• Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
• Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness.
• Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
• Additional duties as required.

• Bachelor’s/Master’s/Doctoral degree in Engineering or a related field.
• 5+ years of related industry experience.
• ANSI/ISO Accreditation Cx Certification (BCxA CCP, ACG CxA, ASHRAE BCxP).
• Strong knowledge of MEP system design and operation, controls, and instrumentation.
• Project management expertise, including scheduling, budgeting, and resource planning.
• Strong client‑facing and relationship management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• Ability to climb ladders/stairs and lift/carry loads above 20 lbs.
• Ability to be on a job site for extended periods (8–10 hours).
• Willingness and ability to travel as needed, approximately 20%.
• Valid driver’s license and insurance.

• Professional licensure (PE license, Energy Management, or TAB certifications) is a plus.
• Experience with commissioning software or ongoing commissioning tools.
• Experience with mechanical and/or controls.
• Experience with mission‑critical and life sciences projects.
• Electrical experience is a plus.

This position requires regular travel to project sites, with up to 20% travel expected. Our hybrid work environment requires two in‑office and/or on‑site days per week. All candidates must be located in and eligible to work in the U.S.

Salary Range: $100,000 - $150,000 (depending on experience).

Actual salaries will be determined based on location, experience, responsibilities, and qualifications.

This salary range is one component of Glumac’s total compensation package, which includes benefits, professional development opportunities, and additional incentives.

Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.