Senior Electrical​/Critical Systems’ Commissioning Agent

Overview

Senior Electrical/ Critical Systems’ Commissioning Agent – Full-time position for our New York office, with consideration for New Jersey, Philadelphia and Virginia locations.

• Execute building commissioning processes (new/re/retro/continuous), energy auditing and building retrofit applications.
• Support sustainability certification applications and measurement and verification techniques.
• Assist with collecting, compiling, and analyzing data from construction sites and related documents for energy auditing actions, validation, and commissioning.
• Perform professional building and system commissioning work by researching and inspecting site conditions, equipment, resources, layout, usage, and systems to ensure conformance with rules, codes, and permits.
• Develop testing specifications and readiness plans; prepare and update checklists, punch lists, and cost estimates coordinating with owners, other disciplines, sub-consultants, and clients.
• Involved from project inception to completion for commissioning deliverables across concept development, design, procurement, integration, installation and operation.
• Assist with advanced technologies, monitoring, modeling, load calculations, and operating strategies to ensure proper installation and operation of equipment per specifications; implement future-ready building system standards.
• Verify site characteristics and provide technical assistance on commissioning and retro-commissioning of building systems including electrical switch gear, distribution, backup systems and automation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on mid- to large-sized projects, including budgets, tracking hours/expenses, materials, technical calculations, permits, and compliance documentation.
• Prepare data and visualizations (tables, charts, reports, drawings) for interpretation of complex data and findings.
• Maintain quality control, document logs of testing, and procedures for accurate measurements and reporting.
• Provide guidance and training to entry-level to mid-level commissioning staff.
• Prepare comprehensive technical reports and presentations with findings and recommendations related to design, installation, or operation issues or opportunities.
• Interact with regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and clients in a professional manner; stay current with commissioning techniques and practices.
• Adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies; fulfill additional responsibilities as needed.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Architectural Engineering or construction-related field, or equivalent industry experience.
• 5-7+ years of relevant post-education experience in building and systems commissioning.
• Knowledge of building commissioning principles and practices and their application to project work.
• Technical knowledge of HVAC and electrical building systems.
• Essential professional licensure/certification.
• Total facilities commissioning experience preferred.

• Master’s Degree is preferred.
• Essential or enhancing professional licensure/certification.
• Knowledge of electrical system coordination and software such as SKM, E-Tap, E-Z Power for Short Circuit/Coordination/Arc Flash programs.

Compensation:
Expected Salary (all locations): $99,800 - $135,300. WSP provides a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, retirement savings, paid time off, parental leave, and other leave.

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, a leading engineering and professional services firm. We design lasting solutions in buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets with more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S.

WSP USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes will be the property of WSP.