Commissioning Engineer / Project Manager - Arlington, VA

Bala Consulting Engineers is a 200-person engineering firm headquartered just outside of Philadelphia in Wayne, PA with full-service offices in New York, NY, Boston, MA, Baltimore, MD, and Washington, DC.
We are seeking an ambitious individual to serve as a Commissioning Engineer & Project Manager (CxPM) with expertise in mechanical / controls systems based out of our Alrington,VA office. This position will place a successful candidate into a team of industry leading commissioning/QA-QC mechanical systems testing engineers who lead the Commissioning process and provide technical oversight of the testing of mechanical equipment, controls and distribution systems. Project oversight includes but is not limited to, mechanical system(s) upgrades in existing facilities, new mechanical systems testing (new construction) for fortune 500 companies throughout the U.S. Projects include data centers, trading floors, broadcast facilities, high rise infrastructure, healthcare, and high-end office HVAC systems. Scope includes ASHRAE Level-1 through Level-5 Commissioning, LEED Cx, Energy Code Cx, Retro Cx on mechanical infrastructure equipment, distribution and controls systems. It also includes predictive preventative maintenance program planning and execution, and systemic and component troubleshooting throughout the commissioning process.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Manage Cx Projects

• The CxPM role is client facing. The responsibilities include: reviewing RFP’s, attending pre-bid walkthroughs and writing proposals, test scripts, and reports. The role also includes planning of work, execution and day-to-day management of internal teams and clients.
• The CxPM will provide all management functions including scope responsibilities, client management, scheduling, and financials.
• Assist other CxPM’s across all locations of the enterprise.
• As a CxPM based out of the Boston office, it is expected that the majority of time will be spent in the local area. Travel to other Bala offices is encouraged on an as-needed basis. National travel to project sites is expected and will occur infrequently on an as-needed basis based on the requirements of the project. This candidate must be willing to work various hours (days, nights, weekends etc.) to support project commissioning activities.
  

Participate in Project Staffing Support

• Review workforce projections and determine how it relates to staffing.
• Identify times and strategies to manipulate design schedules to work with staffing.
• Provide input on individual staff member performance, advancement, and potential.
• Participate in staff performance reviews when appropriate.
• Drive ownership, accountability and culture through the company.
• Interact with partners and executives on a regular basis to further the growth and quality agenda of the firm.
  

Marketing / Business Development Support

• Identify potential business opportunities.
• Work with the leadership team to develop fees on complex projects.
• Develop and maintain client relationships.
• Grow the volume and footprint of the office market sectors.
  

Qualifications:
At least 5-7 years’ experience in commissioning or adjacent field (construction, owner’s representative, etc.)

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or other relevant field
• PE/CEM/CBCP/BCxP preferred
• Data center experience preferred
• Experience managing projects and people
• Strong interpersonal and team building skills
• Strong technical writing skills
• Knowledge of building codes
• Knowledge of industry best practices and the latest technologies for mechanical / controls systems commissioning
• Knowledge of electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems a plus