Commissioning Agent/Startup Manager

Location: New York, NY (Brooklyn) The Project The New York City Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has authorized the replacement of a Substation at aBrooklyn Wastewater Treatment Facility. We are seeking a qualified Commissioning Authority Agent/Engineerto oversee the commissioning of this critical infrastructure project.

Key Responsibilities: As the CxA, you will act as an independent party responsible for overseeing, documenting, and coordinating the systematic commissioning process. Your primary duties will include: Planning & Leadership: Organize and lead the commissioning team, which includes representatives from DEP, NYPA, Arcadis (Design/Engineering), and the Contractor. Documentation: Develop and maintain the Preliminary and Final Construction Commissioning Plans. Technical Review: Review Contractor submittals, performance expectations, and Operation and Maintenance (O&M) Manuals for compliance with the Basis of Design (BoD) and Contract Documents. Testing & Verification: * Develop test checklists and report forms for each system. Witness and document start-up and functional performance tests. Manage an Issues Log to track and resolve design, installation, and performance variances. Meetings & Coordination: Conduct initial coordination meetings, bi-weekly meetings during commissioning, pre-testing meetings, and training preparation conferences. Final Handover: Compile the comprehensive Systems Manual and the Final Commissioning Report. Certify when the work has achieved Substantial Completion relative to commissioning. Systems to be Commissioned Electrical: Switchgear, Substation Monitoring Panels, Transformers, and Battery Systems Renewable Energy: Photovoltaic (PV) system.

HVAC: Full HVAC components and systems. Lighting: Indoor and outdoor lighting systems. Life Safety & Utilities: Fire Alarm Systems and Sump Pumps. Candidate Requirements

Experience: Substation Experience Preferred NYPA/DEP Experience Preferred Demonstrated ability to coordinate diverse project stakeholders, including DEP operations staff and Arcadis engineering teams. Compliance Knowledge: Familiarity with ISI Envision certification requirements and NYC DEP standards is highly preferred. Technical Reporting: Proven track record in developing detailed commissioning plans, progress reports, and systems manuals.