Senior Electrical Commissioning Agent

Senior Electrical Commissioning Agent

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? We believe building engineering is more than systems and structures, it's about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR's Building Engineering Services Group, you'll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From high-performance data centers driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you're optimizing energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next-generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence.

In the role of Senior Electrical Commissioning Agent, we'll count on you to:

• Be the main contact between the client and HDR and direct and manage all Commissioning activities on the project
• Adhere to budgeted man-hours and execute commissioning services
• Coordinate with the client and contractors in scheduling the commissioning activities: develop pre-functional checklists, functional performance tests, training plans, O&M, record document shop drawing reviews
• Support the TMT and Data Commissioning Team with focus on Electrical Commissioning efforts
• Utilize all Commissioning experience within leadership
• Exercise HDR policies, procedures, and guidelines while performing job duties and responsibilities
• Perform tasks with the necessary instrumentation and documentation needed
• Up to 65% (domestic) travel may be required
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Certifications:

• CIT Level 1
• NFPA70E
• OSHA 10/30
• NETA
• LEED Accredited

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3+ years of Electrical Commissioning experience in the Mission Critical Data Center industry
• Must have led Tier 1/Tier 2 project work and be experienced with Level 1 (FWT/FAT) through Level 5 commissioning work
• Experience with Functional Performance testing (FPT) along with Integrated System testing (IST) is required
• Experience with the following equipment such as but not limited to, Medium Voltage transformers, Vista switchgear, Medium Voltage Switchboards, Generators, Low Voltage Switchboards, Uninterruptable Power Systems (UPS), Power Distribution Units (PDU), Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS), Static Transfer Switches (STS), Low Voltage transformers, Panelboards, Lighting control systems, is required
• Experience in leading daily commissioning meetings onsite to inform the customer, contractors, and vendors of progress, punch list items, and obstacles to overcome
• Experience updating the Project Manager of progress, projections, and hurdles such as, personnel, change orders, and timelines
• Experience training junior personnel during Functional Performance training, Integrated System training, and final report development is essential
• Experience in developing scripts, project schedules, and deliverables such as Commissioning Plans
• Participating in kickoff meetings with clientele and HDR staff to discuss scheduling, milestones, deliverables, and execution is required
• Must have experience in writing executive summaries and final reports for delivery within the contractual deadline
• Preference given to local candidates
• Due to client contract requirements, US-born citizenship is required
• This position is subject to a preemployment drug test.

Required Qualifications:

• A minimum of 8 years of industry experience dealing with mechanical, electrical and controls disciplines
• Must be willing to travel to site-based locations as reasonably based on HDR needs
• Must be an experienced engineer, either a licensed PE or a field technician with excellent understanding of MEP systems, HVAC controls, the T&B process, etc
• Must have good computer skills and effective typing skills
• Understanding of Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Project software
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Be familiar with the organization of design documents, the preparation of the multidiscipline designs, and the delivery of the design & construction services
• Strong knowledge of construction practices, systems engineering, operations fundamentals, contracting, and general business operations
• Understanding of project accounting and financial management tools
• Ability to prioritize and organize work; ability to work on multiple tasks concurrently
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve. Our Commitment As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees. We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) Washington, DC: $136,836 - $195,480

Primary Location: United States-Virginia-Arlington

Other Locations: United States-District of Columbia-Washington DC, United States-Virginia-Glen Allen, United States-Virginia-Virginia Beach

Industry: Building Engineering

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

Business Class: Building Commissioning

Job Posting: Oct 19, 2025

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.