Lead Commissioning Authority (Lead CxA)

Planate Management Group (PMG) is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, and Orlando, Florida USA with a technical support center in South East Asia and East Africa, that provides program management and facilities engineering services worldwide. Planate is a small business provider of planning, design, infrastructure management, technical consulting, engineering, and construction management services in support of the US Department of Defense (DOD) and its Service (Army, Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps) missions, along with other US federal agencies, all over the world. We are seeking a highly experienced Commissioning Agent (CA) to oversee the design review, installation, testing, and validation of all technology systems and components. The Commissioning Agent will work closely with the design and construction teams and government stakeholders to ensure all deployed systems meet design intent, industry standards, and jurisdictional codes.   Salary: $100k - $110k/year (range varies depending on experience and qualifications).   Key Responsibilities: * Provide oversight of design reviews, system installations, inspections, and testing of technology deployments * Verify and document that systems are planned, installed, operated, and maintained as designed * Ensure compliance with Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) codes and standards to pass inspections * Work alongside the design and construction team under government direction to validate deployment readiness * Lead commissioning activities, ensuring all systems meet operational, performance, and quality requirements * Prepare documentation and reports to track commissioning activities and results. Qualifications to be successful in the role: * Bachelor’s degree in an applicable discipline * Minimum 7 years of experience leading and performing commissioning (CXa) tasks * Certified Commissioning Authority (CXa) certification required * Strong knowledge of codes, standards, and best practices in system commissioning * Proven experience coordinating across multidisciplinary teams to ensure systems meet design and operational requirements * Ability to define project scope, develop tasks, monitor performance, and deliver results on time and within budget. * Excellent communication and collaboration skills with contractors, engineers, and government staff * Ability to travel to any Port of Entry within client ‘span of control Why Planate?  Planate Management Group is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.  Joining the Planate team opens you to an experience working for a Global company where you are among a team that is considered a premier trusted partner for planning, design, engineering, asset management, and professional service solutions anytime, anywhere.  We Take Care of Our Own; Personally, and Profession.  Full-time employees enjoy the following benefits: * Medical insurance/Dental/Vision Insurance * 401K plan eligibility upon hire * Health and Savings Account plan * Life/AD&D Insurance Coverage * Short-Term Disability Insurance Coverage * Paid Holidays * Paid Time Off * Wellness Offering * Training and Development * License/Certification support * Recognition and Rewards program * Travel Insurance We’d love for you to be a part of our Global workforce, helping us serve as an effective and integrated partner to advance every client's mission! RBFooter [https://planate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/RBFooter.jpg]

LotusWorks is an Engineering Services provider specializing in managing Commissioning, Construction Services, Calibration, Operations & Maintenance scopes of work within global manufacturing facilities. LotusWorks operates globally across EMEA and North America partnering with the world's leading manufacturers across the Semiconductor, Pharmaceutical & Biologics, Medical Device and Data Centre sectors. Our team of Engineering and Technical professionals is immersed in cutting-edge technologies and innovations. LotusWorks is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, integral to our people-first approach.  This role is responsible for leading electrical commissioning activities while providing QA/QC oversight throughout construction, startup, and system turnover. The position works closely with owners, construction teams, commissioning agents, engineers, and trade partners to ensure electrical systems are installed, tested, and commissioned in accordance with project specifications, industry standards, and client requirements. The individual will provide technical leadership to drive commissioning readiness, quality compliance, and successful project delivery. RESPONSIBILITIES: * Lead electrical commissioning activities across all project phases, from design review through startup, functional testing, integrated systems testing, and final handover. * Review Issued for Construction (IFC) drawings, electrical specifications, one-line diagrams, shop drawings, and sequences of operation to support commissioning readiness. * Develop and execute electrical commissioning plans, procedures, pre-functional checklists, functional test scripts, and Integrated Systems Testing (IST) procedures. * Coordinate commissioning activities with owners, construction management teams, engineering, subcontractors, OEMs, and commissioning stakeholders. * Lead installation verification and QA/QC walkdowns to confirm systems are installed in accordance with project specifications and approved drawings. * Perform quality inspections of switchgear, transformers, UPS systems, generators, PDUs, RPPs, busway, MCCs, panelboards, protective relays, grounding systems, and associated electrical infrastructure. * Witness and support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), pre-functional inspections, energization activities, functional performance testing, and Integrated Systems Testing (IST). * Verify electrical installations including cable routing, terminations, torque verification, insulation resistance testing, grounding continuity, labeling, and asset tagging. * Validate breaker settings, protective relay coordination, alarms, interlocks, failover sequences, control logic, and system integration prior to turnover. * Support electrical startup, energization planning, switching activities, load bank testing, and system restoration while maintaining strict adherence to safety requirements. * Identify, document, and drive resolution of commissioning deficiencies, punch list items, and non-conformance reports (NCRs) through final closeout. * Verify corrective actions and conduct re-inspections to ensure compliance with project quality requirements. * Maintain commissioning documentation including inspection reports, test records, issue logs, turnover packages, and final commissioning reports. * Utilize commissioning management platforms and document control systems to monitor system readiness, testing progress, and KPI performance. * Ensure compliance with project specifications, NFPA, NEC, NFPA 70E, IEEE, NETA, owner standards, and applicable Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) requirements. * Lead commissioning coordination meetings and provide regular updates on system readiness, commissioning progress, quality metrics, risks, and schedule impacts. * Support owner acceptance, turnover documentation, and training activities for facility operations teams. * Mentor commissioning engineers and technicians while promoting commissioning best practices and continuous improvement. * Promote and enforce a strong safety culture, ensuring compliance with LOTO procedures, energized electrical work practices, and site EH&S requirements. * Any other duties or responsibilities that may be assigned to you in your role. SKILLS REQUIRED: * Strong knowledge of electrical commissioning processes within mission-critical, semiconductor, pharmaceutical, or industrial facilities. * Experience commissioning medium- and low-voltage electrical distribution systems including switchgear, UPS systems, generators, transformers, MCCs, PDUs, RPPs, and protective relays. * Strong understanding of QA/QC principles, inspection processes, and electrical construction quality standards. * Experience leading FAT, SAT, pre-functional inspections, functional testing, and Integrated Systems Testing (IST). * Ability to interpret electrical one-line diagrams, control schematics, IFC drawings, specifications, and sequences of operation. * Knowledge of NFPA 70 (NEC), NFPA 70E, IEEE, NETA, and industry commissioning standards. * Experience with commissioning software platforms, issue tracking systems, and document control applications. * Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and root cause analysis skills. * Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management capabilities. * Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple commissioning activities simultaneously. * Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement. EDUCATION / LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS * Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field preferred. * Journeyman Electrician certification preferred  * OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification preferred. * NETA certification preferred. * NFPA 70E Electrical Safety training preferred. * Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred. Proof of education, licenses, and certifications will be required where applicable. BENEFITS: * Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance  * Life, Short-Term, Long-Term Disability Insurance  * Training and Education Assistance  * 401k Retirement Plan  * Extra Annual Leave with Years of Service  * Maternity/Paternity Leave  * Recognition Rewards #INDHP #LI-DNP LotusWorks is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered.