Senior Commissioning/Validation Specialist

Stantec's Buildings team is on a mission to become the world's leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, consultants, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. Our collaborative culture and our innovative, sustainable approach to projects help us create buildings that matter to our world.


Together, we are enhancing the quality of life globally through design.


Join us and design your place with Stantec.


Your Opportunity


At Stantec our collaborative team partners with clients at all phases of the project lifecycle to bring to life the designs that support and enhance our communities. The Commissioning and Validation role provides crucial services to confirm equipment and facilities meet the design requirements and produce the expected results. If you are interested in a hands-on role with diverse responsibilities and growth opportunities, we'd be excited to hear from you. We have two immediate openings in our Buildings Commissioning/Validation group for an enthusiastic, diligent and experienced Commissioning / Validation Specialist. In this role you will prepare and implements project commissioning/validation plans for existing or new buildings related to bio-pharmaceutical dosage forms, nutraceutical facilities and other regulated FDA or similar facilities where drug products are manufactured, stored in GMP conditions and distributed, including computerized and automated systems which require qualification and validation for compliance. The commissioning and validation of equipment, facilities, utility systems and computerized systems are intended to verify that they are designed, installed, qualified, and capable of being operated and maintained for performance in conformity with specifications, design intent and client/user and regulatory requirements. Working under the guidance of Director of commissioning/validation, you will work on a variety of projects from small renovations to large complex capital projects across North America.


Your Key Responsibilities

• Perform commissioning/validation tasks including reviewing shop drawings and equipment submittals, reviewing and/or generating commissioning and validation plans, user requirement specifications, functional and design specifications and other applicable lifecycle documents.
• Review designs, drawings, specifications of facility and equipment and automation to understand project scope and commissioning/validation requirements.
• Prepare commissioning/validation protocols adhering to specifications, client templates and lifecycle documents.
• Assist in the execution of commissioning/validation project protocols, including discrepancies, and generating final reports to assist in closure of protocols.
• Assist Director of Commissioning/Validation with client presentations, client contact and communication pertaining to specific project deliverables and business development.
• Coordinate with other Stantec engineering and client disciplines to confirm alignment with the design intent
• Recognize when technical problems are developing and escalate or initiate appropriate corrective actions
• Attend project coordination meetings.
• Support project managers for Commissioning/Validation projects for managing scope and fee for these projects.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Good organizational and time management skills
• Must be self-sufficient and self-motivated with strong negotiation skills
• Ability to meet assignment schedule and delivery quality product under pressure
• Strong interpersonal skills

Education and Experience


Bachelor's Degree Engineering with an emphasis in Mechanical, Electrical or Chemical Engineering is preferred, or appropriate combination of relevant education and experience


Minimum of 10 years of related work experience


Travel to our local office and client sites for project work is required


This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.


About Stantec


Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what's previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what's possible. #DesignYourPlace


Pay Range:
• Locations in MN, OH, VT, & Various CA, NY Areas-$107,100.00 - $160,700.00 Annually
• Locations in WA, DC & Various CA, MA areas-$126,400.00 - $189,600.00 Annually
• Locations in NYC & CA (Bay Area) & NJ (RP)-$134,900.00 - $202,500.00 Annually


Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.


Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).


Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.


The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements


Primary Location: United States | OH | Cleveland

Organization: BC-2808 Buildings-US Northeast BSS

Employee Status: Regular

Business Justification: New Position

Travel: Yes

Schedule: Full time

Job Posting: 15/04/2026 07:04:58

Req ID: 1005369


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