Commissioning Agent - Henderson Building Solutions
Listed on 2026-05-09
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Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Position Summary
Henderson Building Solutions is looking for a Commissioning Agent to join their Commissioning Team in Houston, Texas. The employee is responsible for developing, budgeting, managing, and executing building systems commissioning, retro-commissioning, and ongoing commissioning projects. The employee is responsible for both client and employee management on a project level. In addition, the employee serves as a technical resource for other members of the commissioning team for both commissioning and design issues.
The employee also trains employees, generates schedules and determines staffing requirements.
- Develops and maintains client relationships.
- Creates proposals for work based on RFPs or owner requests.
- Sets up projects and folders.
- Coordinates scheduling of site visits with contractors and clients.
- Determines staffing requirements to complete projects.
- Manages project billing and budgets.
- Creates and/or reviews owner project requirements and basis of design documents, construction plans and specifications.
- Reviews drawings and maintains a record of comments.
- Generates checklists and tests for equipment.
- Leads and attends commissioning meetings.
- Makes site visits to complete pre-functional test checklists.
- Interacts with appropriate subcontractors.
- Generates site observation and issues reports.
- Reviews equipment submittals and maintains a record of comments.
- Creates custom functional performance test scripts for each piece of equipment to be commissioned using the approved submittal and design documents as a guide.
- Coordinates the review of these documents with the construction team prior to acceptance testing.
- Makes site visits to complete functional performance tests.
- Generates final reports.
- Makes presentations as needed.
- Identifies, secures, and/or manages relationships with outside organizations, potential clients and owners.
- Maintain high level of client satisfaction through project execution in order to gain repeat business.
- Bachelor's degree in relevant field of construction or engineering preferred. Common examples include Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Science, Construction Engineering or Construction Management
- High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required
- Commissioning certification(s) required (NEBB, BCxA, AABC, ASHRAE)
- Professional Engineering License preferred
- OHSA training preferred
- Valid driver's license
- Ability to reliably and predictably carry out the functions of this job
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Able to work with a high degree of independence without the need for oversight or mentoring
- Ability to multi-task and think critically
- Time management skills
- Ability to understand drawings and specifications and how they translate into a building
- Understanding of mechanical and electrical systems for commercial, institutional and light industrial facilities as they relate to commissioning
- Advanced knowledge of Automation and controls systems, HVAC systems, plumbing, fire alarm/life safety systems, lighting and lighting controls, and test and balance
- Have an understanding of building energy codes, ASHRAE, ACG and LEED commissioning requirements
- Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, Revit and Bluebeam
- Must demonstrate proficiency in all core competencies as described and characterized in this job description.
Work Environment Requirements
- Significant travel required - approximately 50% of time.
- Must be flexible and able to travel with little notice.
- Prolonged periods of sitting or standing at a desk and working on a computer.
- Ability to read, write and communicate in English
We take care of our people. As a Henderson employee, you'll enjoy some pretty awesome perks. Trust us, your friends will all have work envy.
Culture- Flexible Work Hours (Because we all need to balance work and life.)
- Casual Dress Code (Be yourself, please.)
- Paid Volunteer Time (We literally pay you to volunteer.)
- Paid Parental Leave (Because we know both parents deserve to be there for a new child.)
- Health and Wellness Initiatives (Get Fit and Stay Fit.)
- Receptive and Forward-Thinking Leadership (Our doors are always open.)
- Clear Career Path Options (We want you to excel.)
- Industry-leading 401K match and profit sharing (When the company succeeds, we all share in that success.)
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (Yes, our employees are the owners.)
- Paid Training for Professional Development (We'll pay for the time you take getting better at what you do.)
- Performance Bonuses (When you do well, we reward you for your work.)
- Comprehensive and Extensive Insurance (We've got you covered.)
- Paid Term Life and Disability (We've got your family covered, too.)
- Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Accounts (We'll help you take advantage of tax savings.)
- Paid Time Off and Sick Time off (Take a break. You deserve it!)
- Financial Wellness & Coaching Program (Financial security makes you a happier team member.)
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