Job Title: Commissioning Manager
Location: Remote home office within commuting distance of Los Angeles or San Francisco, CA.
Salary Range: $90,000 – $109,000 annually
WHO WE ARE
Verdical Group is a leading sustainability consulting firm focused on decarbonizing the built environment. We’ve developed a nationally known brand and industry leading reputation since the company was founded in 2012.
- We specialize in the following services:
- Project management for building certifications: LEED, WELL, Fitwel, Living Building Challenge, and more.
- Engineering services: commissioning (Cx), energy modeling, daylight modeling, and life cycle analysis (LCA)
- Sustainability strategy: ESG, carbon footprint calculations, net zero and zero carbon building performance.
- Utility program management: efficiently manage large scale programs.
- Sustainable event production: we produce the nation’s largest annual Net Zero Building Conference.
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Our core values include: environmentalism, fun, inspiration, adventure, and continuous learning.
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We have office locations in Los Angeles, CA; Pasadena, CA; San Francisco, CA; San Diego, CA; St. Louis, MO; and New York, NY.
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Incorporated as a benefit corporation, and a high-scoring Certified B Corporation, we meet rigorous standards of social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency.
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A 1% for the Planet Member Company: we walk the talk - donating 1% of our annual revenue, not just profit, to environmental nonprofit organizations.
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Committed to antiracism: our diverse team is one of our greatest assets.
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Visit us at www.verdicalgroup.com to learn more and watch our About Us video here.
WHO YOU ARE
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An experienced Commissioning Authority looking for a new challenge in your career. Verdical Group’s Commissioning Manager helps lead Commissioning (Cx) projects.
- Capable of managing all aspects of Cx projects (LEED, CALGreen, Retro Cx)
- You are committed to making a positive social and environmental impact on the world daily through your work at VG. You will be evaluated regularly on your performance and progress in these areas.
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An all-star talent who wants to work as part of a highly respected and growing team.
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An inspired change maker who wants to work in a fast-paced start-up environment.
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A strong business writer and verbal communicator with attention to detail and flawless follow-up.
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You enjoy working on projects for corporate clients such as NASA, Google, J&J, LAX, and GE.
- You thrive in an environment where you’re surrounded by likeminded, passionate sustainability professionals who are working to make a positive impact on the world.
SITE ACCESS & MOBILITY REQUIREMENTS
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Must possess a valid driver's license and reliable personal transportation for frequent site visits.
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Ability to climb ladders, navigate scaffolding, work at heights, and lift up to 30 lbs.
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Ability to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) on active construction sites.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
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The desire and ability to quickly learn and support a wide variety of green building commissioning services
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Minimum 3 years of building commissioning, MEP system design, or MEP construction management experience
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Expertise in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems and capability to independently run all aspects of a project, from kickoff to completion
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Strong skills with Microsoft Office Suite, document control, and ability to create polished deliverable reports
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Strong data/information management skills, including ability to synthesize quantitative and qualitative data, organize and correlate findings, and translate that information into client deliverables
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Good organizational skills, fastidious attention to detail and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively while managing multiple deadlines
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Ability to perform all commissioning tasks, including execution of functional performance tests, commissioning site visits during construction, and all project management tasks without manager review
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (NOT REQUIRED)
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Certified Commissioning Professional (CCP) or other commissioning credential
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Energy audit experience
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Energy modeling experience
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EIT or Professional Engineer (PE)
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OSHA 10-hour certification
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
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Remote work from your home office with monthly required in-person team meetups; office space available for use as needed.
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100% company-paid health insurance
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100% company-paid dental insurance
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401(k) retirement plan, with ESG and sustainable investment options and 3% match, after 1 year of employment.
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100% company-paid term life insurance and AD&D insurance
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$100/month pre-tax cell phone benefit
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$50/month Work From Home stipend
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$750/year continuing education stipend to encourage continuous learning
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100% company-paid credential exams + renewal fees
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Personal Time Off (PTO), with extra vacation days added based on tenure.
- 9 paid holidays
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Flexible schedules
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Annual bonus program
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Career pathways program with meetings three times per year to discuss career goals.
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Management training program
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Partially paid maternity/paternity leave
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Financial wellness training and volunteering during paid time
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We’re humans first: culture and policies to promote physical, emotional, and mental wellness. We value all forms of diversity — bring your whole self to work.
- Employee discount & wellness program through Perks At Work
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Be a part of something great: a registered Benefit Corporation in the State of California, a certified B Corporation by third party B Lab, and a 1% for the Planet member company, giving 1% of all revenue — not just profit — to environmental nonprofits. We are divested from fossil fuels, tobacco, prisons, and firearms.
- Attend industry events, such as VG’s annual Net Zero Conference
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Fun team activities such as hikes, holiday dinner, Earth Day volunteering, retreats, VG University, café meetups, and game days.
APPLY
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We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and encourage potential fits to apply even if you do not meet the criteria outlined above. We look forward to hearing from you!
SITE ACCESS & MOBILITY REQUIREMENTS
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Must possess a valid driver's license and reliable personal transportation for frequent site visits.
-
Ability to climb ladders, navigate scaffolding, work at heights, and lift up to 30 lbs.
-
Ability to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) on active construction sites.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
-
The desire and ability to quickly learn and support a wide variety of green building commissioning services
-
Minimum 3 years of building commissioning, MEP system design, or MEP construction management experience
-
Expertise in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems and capability to independently run all aspects of a project, from kickoff to completion
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Strong skills with Microsoft Office Suite, document control, and ability to create polished deliverable reports
-
Strong data/information management skills, including ability to synthesize quantitative and qualitative data, organize and correlate findings, and translate that information into client deliverables
-
Good organizational skills, fastidious attention to detail and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively while managing multiple deadlines
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Ability to perform all commissioning tasks, including execution of functional performance tests, commissioning site visits during construction, and all project management tasks without manager review
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (NOT REQUIRED)
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Certified Commissioning Professional (CCP) or other commissioning credential
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Energy audit experience
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Energy modeling experience
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EIT or Professional Engineer (PE)
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OSHA 10-hour certification
