Full-Time: Exempt
At Salas O’Brien we tell our clients that we’re engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. That’s why we’re committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future.
Building for the long-term means that all of our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high-impact career—and they’ll receive great total rewards along the way.
About Us Founded in 1975, Salas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow’s requirements are today’s opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges.
We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more.
Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day.
Job Summary The Senior Commissioning Agent is a highly experienced professional responsible for leading, managing, and executing comprehensive commissioning and retro-commissioning services for complex building systems. This role provides technical leadership across all phases of a project—from design review through functional performance testing, owner training, and warranty closeout—ensuring building systems meet owner objectives, design intent, and operational performance requirements.
The Senior Commissioning Agent independently plans and conducts commissioning activities requiring advanced judgment, technical expertise, and coordination with owners, designers, contractors, and internal team members. In addition to direct project execution, this role oversees and supports other commissioning staff, manages multiple projects and client relationships, and contributes to the firm’s reputation for technical excellence, professionalism, and integrity.
This position actively supports the organization’s mission, vision, and core values by delivering high-quality commissioning services that improve building performance, reliability, and long-term operational success.
Responsibilities
Lead and manage commissioning and retro-commissioning projects from design through construction, occupancy, and warranty closeout.
Develop and execute commissioning plans, specifications, testing procedures, and documentation in alignment with owner objectives and design intent.
Coordinate and lead commissioning teams; chair commissioning meetings and collaborate with owners, designers, contractors, and internal staff.
Perform design, submittal, and construction phase reviews to ensure system performance, quality, and constructability.
Witness and document system start-ups, testing, balancing, and functional performance testing; analyze BAS/DDC trend data to validate system operation.
Maintain and manage commissioning documentation, including issue logs, test results, reports, and final commissioning records.
Oversee owner training, review O&M manuals, and support long-term system operation and maintenance.
Conduct retro-commissioning assessments, system diagnostics, and performance evaluations; prepare findings and recommendations.
Perform seasonal testing and warranty reviews, including pre-warranty expiration evaluations.
Manage multiple projects and client relationships while providing technical leadership, mentorship, and oversight to commissioning staff.
Estimate resource needs, develop schedules, and assign work to meet project milestones and deliverables.
Qualifications And Experience
Bachelor’s degree or Associate of Applied Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field (preferred).
Professional Engineering (PE) license or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) actively pursuing licensure (preferred).
Minimum of one recognized professional commissioning accreditation (required).
LEED AP BD+C credential (preferred).
Experience
Minimum of eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in building systems commissioning.
Demonstrated experience leading commissioning and retro-commissioning projects for complex mechanical, HVAC, and control systems.
Proven ability to independently manage projects, make sound technical judgments, and resolve complex system issues.
Technical & Professional Skills
Strong knowledge of HVAC, controls, TAB, and building automation systems.
Ability to interpret and evaluate construction documents, specifications, and system performance data.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including preparation of formal technical reports.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Demonstrated leadership, professionalism, and commitment to quality, integrity, and client service.
Location : Rochester, New York
Travel : Up to 50-75%
Compensation & Benefits The expected base salary range for this role is
$87,360-$120,000 USD
per year, hourly, non-exempt. Actual compensation will be determined based on a number of factors including skills, experience, qualifications, and location.
This role is also eligible for a comprehensive U.S. based benefits package, including:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and company holidays
Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
Professional development support
Benefits For more information, visit our full benefits overview here.
Equal Opportunity Employment Statement Salas O’Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O’Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.
Third-Party Agency Notice Salas O’Brien does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiters or agencies. We only work with approved partners engaged directly by our Talent Acquisition team for specific searches. Unsolicited submissions will not be eligible for placement fees.
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At Salas O’Brien we tell our clients that we’re engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. That’s why we’re committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future.
Building for the long-term means that all of our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high-impact career—and they’ll receive great total rewards along the way.
About Us Founded in 1975, Salas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow’s requirements are today’s opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges.
We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more.
Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day.
Job Summary The Senior Commissioning Agent is a highly experienced professional responsible for leading, managing, and executing comprehensive commissioning and retro-commissioning services for complex building systems. This role provides technical leadership across all phases of a project—from design review through functional performance testing, owner training, and warranty closeout—ensuring building systems meet owner objectives, design intent, and operational performance requirements.
The Senior Commissioning Agent independently plans and conducts commissioning activities requiring advanced judgment, technical expertise, and coordination with owners, designers, contractors, and internal team members. In addition to direct project execution, this role oversees and supports other commissioning staff, manages multiple projects and client relationships, and contributes to the firm’s reputation for technical excellence, professionalism, and integrity.
This position actively supports the organization’s mission, vision, and core values by delivering high-quality commissioning services that improve building performance, reliability, and long-term operational success.
Responsibilities
Lead and manage commissioning and retro-commissioning projects from design through construction, occupancy, and warranty closeout.
Develop and execute commissioning plans, specifications, testing procedures, and documentation in alignment with owner objectives and design intent.
Coordinate and lead commissioning teams; chair commissioning meetings and collaborate with owners, designers, contractors, and internal staff.
Perform design, submittal, and construction phase reviews to ensure system performance, quality, and constructability.
Witness and document system start-ups, testing, balancing, and functional performance testing; analyze BAS/DDC trend data to validate system operation.
Maintain and manage commissioning documentation, including issue logs, test results, reports, and final commissioning records.
Oversee owner training, review O&M manuals, and support long-term system operation and maintenance.
Conduct retro-commissioning assessments, system diagnostics, and performance evaluations; prepare findings and recommendations.
Perform seasonal testing and warranty reviews, including pre-warranty expiration evaluations.
Manage multiple projects and client relationships while providing technical leadership, mentorship, and oversight to commissioning staff.
Estimate resource needs, develop schedules, and assign work to meet project milestones and deliverables.
Qualifications And Experience
Bachelor’s degree or Associate of Applied Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field (preferred).
Professional Engineering (PE) license or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) actively pursuing licensure (preferred).
Minimum of one recognized professional commissioning accreditation (required).
LEED AP BD+C credential (preferred).
Experience
Minimum of eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in building systems commissioning.
Demonstrated experience leading commissioning and retro-commissioning projects for complex mechanical, HVAC, and control systems.
Proven ability to independently manage projects, make sound technical judgments, and resolve complex system issues.
Technical & Professional Skills
Strong knowledge of HVAC, controls, TAB, and building automation systems.
Ability to interpret and evaluate construction documents, specifications, and system performance data.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including preparation of formal technical reports.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Demonstrated leadership, professionalism, and commitment to quality, integrity, and client service.
Location : Rochester, New York
Travel : Up to 50-75%
Compensation & Benefits The expected base salary range for this role is
$87,360-$120,000 USD
per year, hourly, non-exempt. Actual compensation will be determined based on a number of factors including skills, experience, qualifications, and location.
This role is also eligible for a comprehensive U.S. based benefits package, including:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and company holidays
Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
Professional development support
Benefits For more information, visit our full benefits overview here.
Equal Opportunity Employment Statement Salas O’Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O’Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.
Third-Party Agency Notice Salas O’Brien does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiters or agencies. We only work with approved partners engaged directly by our Talent Acquisition team for specific searches. Unsolicited submissions will not be eligible for placement fees.
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