Commissioning Provider - Paladin : Job Details

WHO WE AREPaladin is a boots-on-the-ground solutions partner for building owners. We focus on three key services:

• Building Commissioning
• Direct-to-Owner Engineering for Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing Systems
• Sustainability Consulting

Paladin exists to steer successful outcomes by serving building stewards. To fulfill this mission, we focus on sustainability consulting to define aspirational goals, engineering to develop the ways to achieve those goals, and commissioning to verify those goals are achieved. We are emission-reduction focused looking to pragmatic applications of technology and practice in support of building excellence. Our values reflect the team and culture enabling us to improve ourselves, our customers, and our communities one step at a time. ABOUT THE ROLEPaladin is seeking an enthusiastic Commissioning Provider to support the building goals for our Owner partners. As a Commissioning Provider, you will be responsible for defining performance targets, reviewing designs and submittals, verifying installation and coordination, completing functional verification testing, collaborating on issues resolution and transitioning operations to facilities staff. The Commissioning Provider will be responsible for managing the commissioning process with the intent to show that the results achieved match or exceed client targets. This is a full time position out of our Lexington, KY office and can be on-site or hybrid. This position requires regular travel, up to 50% within 250 miles of Lexington, KY, rarely overnight. You will be traveling to active building construction projects and will be working indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions.WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Lead the commissioning process from Owner Project Requirement definition to Warranty Phase services

• Diagnose and troubleshoot complex mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems and building automation systems

• Prepare construction checklists, system verification checklists, and functional testing forms for a variety of building equipment and systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire alarm and protection, security)

• Manage the production of the deliverables in a high-quality manner consistent with stated standards and compliance paths for certification programs
• Measure construction process activities to assure that systems installed are consistent with planning and project documents
• Manage and maintain project budgets through good application of time, resources, and technical skills
• Manage the production of the deliverables in a high-quality manner consistent with stated standards and compliance paths for certification programs
• Maintain commissioning logs and equipment checklists
• Provide weekly reports on assigned metrics, projects, and communications to demonstrate actions that drive completion of monthly production goals
• Read and understand schematics, technical diagrams, and construction project documentation to conduct complete reviews of the installation and operation of building systems
• Diagnose and resolve equipment and systems problems and coordinating testing until the problems are resolved
• Resolve issues using a persistent and collaborative approach
• Deliver documents that are well-written, technically accurate, and well-formatted

• Duties will be added, removed, or modified as necessary

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
• Minimum of seven (7) years of related experience in commissioning or systems verification for the institutional and commercial building markets
• Excellent knowledge of MEP systems and familiar with controls, applicable codes, standards and industry practices
• One of these certifications is required: Professional Engineer License, CCP, CBCP, CxA
• Experience using Engineering and Construction software, such as Revit, Bluebeam, ProCore, eComm, Autodesk360, Cx Alloy, Building Test
• Experience with Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing systems including air distribution systems, hydronic distribution systems, central utility plant operations, generators and power distribution, lighting controls, and Building Automation Systems
• A valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• Ability to pass background check to work with correctional facilities and primary and secondary educational facilities
• High level of attention to detail to ensure accuracy
• Ability to work on multiple tasks with minimal supervision while planning, scheduling, and completing tasks within established deadlines
• Ability to be flexible hours and occasional weeks as required by testing methodologies and project site conditions

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Extended periods working on a computer and computer accessories (keyboard, mouse, etc.)
• Travel locally up to 50%, occasional national travel