Sr. Commissioning Engineer - Energy Retrofits - Washington, DC

Michael Page International

Washington, District of Columbia
1 day ago

$145,000–$160,000 Per Year
Full-time

Highlights

Develop and expand the regional commissioning business by cultivating relationships with owners, architects, engineers, contractors, and government agencies. Established relationships with building owners, general contractors, engineering firms, and architectural partners throughout the DMV market are necessary.

Numbers & Facts

Location	Washington, District of Columbia
Job Type	Full-time
Industry	Staffing/Employment Agencies
Salary	$145,000–$160,000 Per Year
Company Size	10,000 employees or more
Website	https://www.michaelpage.ca/

Description

Build And Lead A Commissioning Practice

Develop and expand the regional commissioning business by cultivating relationships with owners, architects, engineers, contractors, and government agencies. Lead business development efforts including networking, proposal development, client presentations, and project interviews. Serve as the primary client contact and trusted advisor, ensuring projects remain aligned with owner objectives while identifying future opportunities. Build, mentor, and lead a growing team of commissioning professionals as the regional practice expands. Oversee commissioning projects from planning and design reviews through functional testing, issue resolution, and final reporting. Establish technical standards, quality control processes, and best practices for the regional operation. Review design documents, specifications, and equipment submittals to validate compliance with project requirements and owner expectations. Analyze building system performance data and provide actionable recommendations to clients. Coordinate with project managers, design teams, contractors, and facility stakeholders to resolve technical challenges. Lead commissioning meetings, witness equipment startups, conduct field investigations, and document findings. Travel periodically throughout the region and nationally as needed (typically less than 20%).

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The successful applicant will have a bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical discipline; advanced degree or equivalent military experience considered. They should have 10+ years of commissioning experience with demonstrated leadership of projects and technical teams. A proven seller-doer background with a strong record of winning and delivering commissioning engagements is required. Established relationships with building owners, general contractors, engineering firms, and architectural partners throughout the DMV market are necessary. Active ANSI-accredited commissioning certification such as CxA, CCP, or equivalent is required. Strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, life safety, security, communications, and building envelope systems is essential. Experience analyzing building performance data, trends, and system diagnostics is required. Excellent communication, presentation, and client-facing skills are necessary. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, is required.

What's on offer includes a salary of $145,000 to $160,000, a 20% bonus, 15 days PTO, healthcare, and 401(k).

About Company

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world. Our business was established in Canada in 2005 when we opened our Toronto office. Our role is to work with employers and job seekers to facilitate a successful match. This can range from advising a global company on a candidate sourcing strategy to helping a job seeker find their dream job. In Canada, we focus on recruiting for the following areas: Banking and financial services Digital and e-commerce Engineering and manufacturing Finance and accounting Human resources Information technology Marketing Oil and gas Procurement and supply chain Property and construction Sales An Established Brand The Group has established a leading presence in many of the key markets for professional recruitment around the world and has positioned itself in certain other markets, which offer the opportunity for future growth. Within its current largest markets, Michael Page has also built a regional presence, including in the UK, France and Australia. Consequently, the Michael Page brand is among the most widely recognized brands in the professional recruitment industry. A Market Leader The role of a recruitment consultancy is to act as an intermediary, identifying and sourcing suitably qualified candidates on behalf of its clients. Candidates are recruited either for permanent or contract positions (typically for a fixed term) or on a temporary basis. Within the overall recruitment industry, the market for professional recruitment services is a specialist sector which has developed more recently. Michael Page is widely recognized as leading the development of this market around the world. Learn the benefits of working with Michael Page yourself. Submit your resume or contact a Michael Page recruitment consultant today.