Commissioning Agent

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Able to work independently while managing multiple tasks and ensuring deadlines are met.
• Have strong and effective technical writing and verbal communication skills.
• Be self-sufficient and self-motivated with strong negotiation skills.
• Open minded attitude towards building a business, seeking new opportunities, professional development.
• Excellent computer skills (i.e., Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, etc.).
• Basic experience in implementing project schedules (utilizing Microsoft Project, Prima Vera, etc.).
• Have a valid Class 5, driver’s license in Canada.
• Be eligible to apply and receive, PSPC (Public Services and Procurement Canada) security clearance, as a requirement to work on specific government related projects.
• Eligibility to apply for RCMP (Royal Canadian Mounted Police) security clearance would be considered an asset.

Education and Experience 

• Undergraduate Degree in Engineering, Architecture or Building Science related programs required.
• Either have or be eligible and intend to pursue professional designation within field of study preferred.
• Either have or be eligible and intend to pursue at least one Commissioning related certification; e.g. BCA, ASHRAE, NEBB, AABC or equivalents.
• Three (3) or more years’ experience with executing Commissioning Processes and/or showcase sufficient related design experience translatable to the Commissioning Agent role.
• Have a proficient understanding of and experience with troubleshooting mechanical and electrical building systems, as well as building automation/controls systems preferred.
• Have experience or be able to successfully execute tasks related to the Commissioning Process including the following tasks:
  • Preparing commissioning plans and checklists,
  • Chairing commissioning meetings,
  • Performing site observation reports and
  • Witnessing functional performance testing.
• Considered an asset if you have experience with any of the following:
  • Practiced working knowledge of LEED and related sustainability guidelines and workflows pertaining to commissioning
  • Design, construction and/or testing of fire alarm and fire protection systems
  • Performing building envelope condition assessment and/or building envelope commissioning
  • Any currently relevant sustainable design practices, such as energy modelling or audits, daylight calculations, water conservation, etc.
  • Design with building mechanical systems and electrical systems
  • General consulting experience

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

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