Commissioning Agent​/Startup Manager

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Location: New York, NY (Brooklyn)

The New York City Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has authorized the replacement of a Substation at a Brooklyn Wastewater Treatment Facility. We are seeking a qualified Commissioning Authority Agent/Engineer to oversee the commissioning of this critical infrastructure project.

• Planning & Leadership:
  Organize and lead the commissioning team, which includes representatives from DEP, NYPA, Arcadis (Design/Engineering), and the Contractor.
• Documentation:
  Develop and maintain the Preliminary and Final Construction Commissioning Plans.
• Technical Review:
  Review Contractor submittals, performance expectations, and Operation and Maintenance (O&M) Manuals for compliance with the Basis of Design (BoD) and Contract Documents.
• Testing & Verification:
  • Develop test checklists and report forms for each system.
  • Witness and document start-up and functional performance tests.
  • Manage an Issues Log to track and resolve design, installation, and performance variances.
• Meetings & Coordination:
  Conduct initial coordination meetings, bi-weekly meetings during commissioning, pre-testing meetings, and training preparation conferences.
• Final Handover:
  Compile the comprehensive Systems Manual and the Final Commissioning Report. Certify when the work has achieved Substantial Completion relative to commissioning.

• Electrical:
  Switchgear, Substation Monitoring Panels, Transformers, and Battery Systems
• Renewable Energy:
  Photovoltaic (PV) system.
• HVAC:
  Full HVAC components and systems.
• Lighting:
  Indoor and outdoor lighting systems.
• Life Safety & Utilities:
  Fire Alarm Systems and Sump Pumps.

Experience:

• Substation Experience Preferred
• NYPA/DEP Experience Preferred
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate diverse project stakeholders, including DEP operations staff and Arcadis engineering teams.
• Compliance Knowledge:
  Familiarity with ISI Envision certification requirements and NYC DEP standards is highly preferred.
• Technical Reporting:
  Proven track record in developing detailed commissioning plans, progress reports, and systems manuals.