Commissioning Specialist - Toronto

OVERVIEW:

The candidate will be given the opportunity to grow into a leadership position with the Cx team and Merrick organization.

Basic office hours are 8:00 am MT to 5:00 pm MT, Monday thru Friday and is a hybrid schedule. Occasional overtime could be needed with short notice. This position may also require some minimal travel.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

Coordinate, perform and oversee detailed field commissioning services, assessments, and studies for all types of facilities/systems including the following: laboratories, nuclear spaces, hospitals, clean rooms. Generate commissioning plans; write commissioning specifications; develop commissioning installation checklists and functional test procedures; verify and validate commissioned systems controls and equipment; document commissioning process, develop final commissioning report, and develop systems manuals.

• Be ambitious and flexible; have a talent for efficiency and process improvement; and have an attitude to succeed.
• Be a self-starter and independently motivated individual.
• Must be able to work as a member of a close team and be able to work independently as necessary.
• Have good organizational and planning skills with the ability to direct a team through the execution of the commissioning process.
• Have strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience coordinating with owners and contractors, as well as the ability to lead project meetings are necessary skills.
• Can generate accurate, detailed reports.
• Can read and understand building drawings, specifications, and submittals.
• Have knowledge of controls systems and control sequences.
• Be proficient in the use of computers and Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Power Point).
• Maintain a current passport for international travel.
• Achieve commissioning certification under ACG and/or BCA within the first three years of engagement.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Demonstrated Project Management experience.
• Frequent travel to project/client locations is required.
• Must have at least five (5) years or more experience in the commissioning, de-commissioning, testing and/or evaluation of these systems:
• Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVAC&R) Systems (mechanical and passive) and associated controls
• Interior and exterior lighting, daylighting and shading controls including automatic controls and occupancy sensors
• Plumbing and domestic hot water systems
• Domestic and process water pumping and mixing systems
• New EMCS/UMCS/SCADA/Fire Protection systems into existing systems

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• An Engineering or Technical Degree from an accredited institution.
• LEED/Green Globes/Guiding Principles Compliance
• Experience with construction administration
• Experience with:
• Laboratory facilities and systems.
• Utility Metering Systems; water and energy measurement devices
• Electrical distribution systems and associated controls to include, but not limited to, switchgear, UPS systems, transfer switches, and power distribution units
• Emergency/back-up power systems
• Security and communication systems
• Building envelope including thermal and moisture integrity and observe air tightness testing in particular areas or perform laboratory testing.
• Ability to present in a conference environment.

PERKS:

• Robust Employee Referral Program.
• Annual performance reviews and merit increases.
• Professional Training and Development.
• Employee Recognition Awards.
• Peer Mentor Program.
• And Much More!

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• Apply online only. No e-mail, hard copy or third-party resumes accepted.
• Merrick & Company offers a competitive compensation and benefits package which includes; RRSP, and unique work-life benefits.
• We recognize the importance of developing top talent from within, our employees have access to a wide range of internal and external training and coaching programs and are rewarded for their achievements through excellent benefits and competitive salaries.
• Merrick is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.