Assistant Building Automation Programmer Jobs in Wilmington, NC

About Company:

Kundlas Consulting Group LLC is a professional consulting firm specializing in construction inspection and compliance services for public infrastructure projects. Our core services include on-site inspection of roadway, bridge, and utility construction to ensure adherence to engineering specifications, safety standards, and contract requirements. We support clients with daily reporting, materials testing coordination, schedule tracking, and quality assurance oversight. Additional services include project management, grants management for federally funded infrastructure and disaster recovery programs. 

About the Role:

The Building Commissioning Professional will support the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) READI contract by planning and executing building commissioning services for emergency response, disaster recovery, infrastructure restoration, facility rehabilitation, and resiliency projects. This role provides technical expertise in verifying that building systems are designed, installed, tested, operated, and maintained in accordance with project requirements, federal standards, and operational objectives.

The Building Commissioning Professional will oversee commissioning activities for new, renovated, repaired, and temporary facilities supporting recovery operations. Responsibilities include developing commissioning plans, conducting functional performance testing, documenting system performance, and coordinating corrective actions to ensure reliable and efficient building operation. The position requires collaboration with architects, engineers, contractors, facility personnel, and government stakeholders to support successful project delivery and operational readiness.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution.
• Demonstrated experience serving as a Commissioning Authority (CxA) or performing building commissioning services on facility projects.
• Strong knowledge of building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, controls, and building automation systems.
• Experience developing commissioning plans, conducting functional performance testing, and documenting commissioning activities.
• Familiarity with ASHRAE commissioning guidelines, federal facility standards, and applicable building codes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to coordinate with multidisciplinary project teams and government stakeholders.
• Experience reviewing construction documents, system submittals, and technical specifications.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified Commissioning Professional (CCP), Certified Commissioning Authority (CxA), BCxP, or equivalent commissioning credential.
• Experience supporting USACE, DoD, GSA, VA, FEMA, or other federal facility programs.
• Experience commissioning temporary facilities, emergency operations centers, healthcare facilities, mission-critical facilities, or infrastructure recovery projects.
• Familiarity with building energy management systems, sustainability programs, and facility resiliency initiatives.
• Experience with Design-Build project delivery and construction administration activities.
• Knowledge of LEED, High Performance Sustainable Building requirements, and federal energy management objectives.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and execute building commissioning services supporting emergency response, disaster recovery, facility restoration, and resiliency projects.
• Develop commissioning plans, schedules, testing procedures, and documentation in accordance with project requirements and industry standards.
• Review design documents, specifications, equipment submittals, and construction documentation to verify commissioning requirements are incorporated into project deliverables.
• Conduct and oversee functional performance testing of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, controls, and building automation systems.
• Identify system deficiencies, operational issues, and performance concerns and coordinate corrective actions with project teams.
• Verify system performance, operational readiness, and compliance with project requirements prior to facility turnover and occupancy.
• Prepare commissioning reports, deficiency logs, testing records, and final commissioning documentation.
• Provide technical guidance and operational training to facility personnel regarding system operation, maintenance, and performance requirements.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, contractors, facility managers, and government representatives to support successful project delivery.
• Participate in field inspections, facility assessments, emergency response support activities, and post-disaster evaluations as required.

Skills:

The ideal candidate must possess strong expertise in building commissioning, facility systems performance verification, and operational readiness assessments to support emergency response and recovery projects. A thorough understanding of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, controls, and building automation systems is essential for evaluating system performance and identifying deficiencies. Experience developing commissioning plans, conducting functional performance testing, documenting results, and coordinating corrective actions is critical for ensuring facilities meet operational requirements and federal standards. The candidate should demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills to troubleshoot complex building systems and recommend practical solutions that improve performance, efficiency, and reliability. Knowledge of ASHRAE commissioning guidelines, federal facility requirements, energy management principles, and construction processes is highly desirable. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are necessary for preparing technical reports, conducting training, and coordinating with architects, engineers, contractors, facility personnel, and government stakeholders. The ability to manage multiple commissioning activities, adapt to dynamic project environments, and support rapid-response facility operations is essential for successful performance under the USACE READI contract.