Senior Commissioning Authority | Raleigh, NC

IMEG is hiring a Senior Commissioning Authority in Raleigh, NC or Jacksonville, FL to lead commissioning (Cx) services on a wide range of building types, including large and complex projects, while also supporting retro-commissioning and energy assessment efforts. In this role, you'll manage Cx planning, documentation, design reviews, field observations, functional testing, issue management, and reporting-working closely with owners, contractors, and multidisciplinary design teams.

Principal Responsibilities

• Manage and/or support multiple commissioning projects, including client interface, team coordination, and schedule and budget management
• Develop commissioning plans, specifications, and project documentation using web-based tools (including Cx Alloy)
• Perform commissioning design reviews, construction document reviews, and equipment submittal reviews
• Lead commissioning meetings and proactively communicate with a wide range of client stakeholders
• Perform jobsite field observations, document findings, and issue detailed field reports
• Develop pre-functional checklists and functional performance test procedures
• Coordinate and self-perform functional testing with contractors/owners and manage issues through resolution
• Perform technical analysis of building operation (controls, sequences, etc.)
• Contribute to improving commissioning processes, best practices, and quality outcomes
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated solutions that meet project goals
• Supervise and mentor less-experienced employees in a team-based atmosphere

Required Qualifications and Skills

* Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent required

* 7 years of experience minimum required, 8 preferred, in Commissioning or in the Mechanical Electrical Plumbing (MEP) consulting industry, or equivalent

* Engineer-In-Training (EIT) certification preferred
OR

* Recognized Building Commissioning Certification preferred (or ability and desire to obtain one)

* 11 years of experience minimum required, 12 preferred, in Commissioning or in the Mechanical Electrical Plumbing (MEP) design consulting industry, or equivalent

* Strong oral and written skills and a proven ability to interact professionally with a wide a range of clients

* Experienced knowledge of HVAC and electrical system designs and operations

* Experienced knowledge of building automation and lighting control systems

* Experienced knowledge of Cx Industry Standards (ASHRAE, ACG, BCxA) and code requirements

* Knowledge of applicable codes and standards (CEC Title 24, ASHRAE, IECC, IMC, NEC, etc.)

* Experienced in the review of construction documents (mechanical, controls, plumbing and electrical drawings, specifications, etc.)

* Experienced knowledge of electrical and fire/life safety systems

* Knowledge of construction industry safety practices and procedures

* Experienced in troubleshooting of field devices and control hardware and software

* Capable of self-performing functional testing of building MEP systems and coordinates non-standard test scopes such as technology, BECx, etc

* Proficient with MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook

* Skilled with PDF editors (Bluebeam, Adobe), plus additional online project management software

* Ability to travel up to 30% (travel will depend on project needs and may vary widely)

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Why Join Us
IMEG puts people first-with a strong focus on career growth, work-life balance, and meaningful impact. As a 100% employee-owned firm, we offer the resources of a national design leader with the close-knit culture of a local office. You'll collaborate across disciplines, contribute to innovative, sustainable projects, and shape the communities we serve. Join a team where your ideas are valued, your development is supported, and your work truly matters.

Grow your commissioning career by leading full lifecycle Cx-from design through occupancy-on complex building systems and high-impact projects.

Commissioning Team Highlights

• IMEG provides Commissioning (Cx) and Retro-Commissioning (Retro-Cx) services to verify that building systems are…