Commissioning Agent - Mechanical

Fort Lauderdale, FL, us on site Until 8/23/2026 First posted April 16, 2026 Last posted April 16, 2026
Job description

SOCOTEC is a provider of niche consulting services within the architecture, engineering and construction industries focusing on high-performance buildings and specialty structures. Through an integrated, holistic approach, our professionals provide solutions for building envelope, energy efficiency, sustainability, code advisory and construction advisory projects.

SOCOTEC’s combination of expertise, experience and methods are increasingly recognized as best-in-class fueling significant growth. 

SOCOTEC is proud to announce that it has been officially certified as a Great Place to Work by the renowned global authority on workplace culture, Great Place to Work®.

  • Review of Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing (MEP) design documents such as drawings, specifications (“specs”), Owner’s Project Requirements (OPR), and Basis of Design (BOD) to evaluate energy efficiency. 
  • Perform measurement, verification, commissioning, and retro-commissioning.
  • Provide, prepare, and develop Pre-Functional and Functional testing forms in compliance with green building practices. 
  • Collect data for energy conservation analyses, using jobsite observation, field inspections, and submetering.
  • Conduct periodic site visits for observation and acceptance of Pre-Functional tests. 
  • Inspect and monitor energy-related systems, including heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC), lighting, power distribution, domestic hot water, and pumping to determine energy use and potential energy savings.
  • Witness Functional testing on site to verify the proper installation and programming of new or relocated equipment and systems per green building practices. 
  • Prepare project reports and related documentation.
  • Prepare documents such as Current Facility Requirement (CFR) and Operation and Maintenance (O&M) plans, Systems Manuals, Ongoing Commissioning (Cx) plans, Cx summary reports, etc.
  • Conduct Post-Occupancy reviews after project substantial completion.
  • Minimum requires bachelor’s degree major in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering – or foreign degree equivalent – plus 2 years of training in mechanical systems, building design, and construction. As an alternative, an equivalent combination of education, experience and/or training is acceptable
  • 2 years of experience in Commissioning services.
  • Requires LEED certification AP or candidates who are eligible to be certified by GBCI.
  • Requires ability to use Bluebeam, Procore, BlueRithm, Building Management Systems, handheld test equipment such as temperature/humidity meters, light meters, etc.
  • Requires 50% of work time to visit various project sites located in south Florida (Palm Beach, Broward, and Miami-Dade counties)

SOCOTEC offers generous compensation packages including salary, benefits & bonus based upon relevant experience.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines

SOCOTEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

About this role

Summary

Evaluate mechanical and energy systems, perform testing, and prepare reports for high-performance building projects.

Job title

Commissioning Agent - Mechanical

Experience level

2+ years

Industry

construction

Location requirements

Fort Lauderdale, FL; 50% site visits; remote work not specified

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

Mechanical EngineeringElectrical EngineeringLEED certificationBluebeamProcoreBuilding Management Systemshandheld test equipment

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

mechanical systemsbuilding designenergy efficiencycommissioning
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA

On-site City