Commissioning Agent - Mechanical

Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL, us

Company Description

SOCOTEC is a provider of niche consulting services within the architecture, engineering and construction industries focusing on high-performance buildings and specialty structures. Through an integrated, holistic approach, our professionals provide solutions for building envelope, energy efficiency, sustainability, code advisory and construction advisory projects.

SOCOTEC’s combination of expertise, experience and methods are increasingly recognized as best-in-class fueling significant growth. 

SOCOTEC is proud to announce that it has been officially certified as a Great Place to Work by the renowned global authority on workplace culture, Great Place to Work®.

Job Description

A strong background in the design and/or commissioning of electrical systems in buildings including, normal power, emergency power (including generators) for high rise buildings and, lighting systems, battery back-up/UPS, switchgear, and photovoltaics.  Experience should include fire alarm systems.  And lLow voltage systems experience is a plus.  Engineer for this position will be working to provide engineering consulting service for commissioning, design review, field inspection and field testing of building systems.  Candidate should have an interest in learning the application of commissioning and inspections related to mechanical and domestic hot water systems as well. 

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

• Review of Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing (MEP) design documents such as drawings, specifications (“specs”), Owner’s Project Requirements (OPR), and Basis of Design (BOD) to evaluate energy efficiency. 
• Perform measurement, verification, commissioning, and retro-commissioning.
• Provide, prepare, and develop Pre-Functional and Functional testing forms in compliance with green building practices. 
• Collect data for energy conservation analyses, using jobsite observation, field inspections, and submetering.
• Conduct periodic site visits for observation and acceptance of Pre-Functional tests. 
• Inspect and monitor energy-related systems, including heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC), lighting, power distribution, domestic hot water, and pumping to determine energy use and potential energy savings.
• Witness Functional testing on site to verify the proper installation and programming of new or relocated equipment and systems per green building practices. 
• Prepare project reports and related documentation.
• Prepare documents such as Current Facility Requirement (CFR) and Operation and Maintenance (O&M) plans, Systems Manuals, Ongoing Commissioning (Cx) plans, Cx summary reports, etc.
• Conduct Post-Occupancy reviews after project substantial completion.

Qualifications

• Minimum requires bachelor’s degree major in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering – or foreign degree equivalent – plus 2 years of training in mechanical systems, building design, and construction. As an alternative, an equivalent combination of education, experience and/or training is acceptable
• 2 years of experience in Commissioning services.
• Requires LEED certification AP or candidates who are eligible to be certified by GBCI.
• Requires ability to use Bluebeam, Procore, BlueRithm, Building Management Systems, handheld test equipment such as temperature/humidity meters, light meters, etc.
• Requires 50% of work time to visit various project sites located in south Florida (Palm Beach, Broward, and Miami-Dade counties)

Additional Information

SOCOTEC offers generous compensation packages including salary, benefits & bonus based upon relevant experience.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines

SOCOTEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.