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Bureau Veritas

Commissioning Agent

Reno, NV · On-site

The Commissioning Agent will be responsible for commissioning, retro-commissioning, and/or monitoring-based commissioning of projects. The scope of work may also include facilities condition ...

Bureau Veritas

The Commissioning Agent will be responsible for commissioning, retro-commissioning, and/or monitoring-based commissioning of projects. The scope of work may also include facilities condition ...

Planate Management Group

Hybrid: Commissioning Agent

Reno, NV · On-site

$100K - $110K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

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 ...

Planate Management Group

Hybrid: Commissioning Agent

Reno, NV

$100K - $110K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

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 ...

Planate Management Group

Hybrid: Commissioning Agent

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

$100K - $110K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

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 ...

Fortis Construction

Commissioning Manager

Reno, NV

Drive vendor, subcontractor, and commissioning agent engagement with Cx management software. * Work collaboratively with client and client's Cx agent to develop and incorporate project-specific ...

AECOM

Data Center Commissioning Lead

Las Vegas, NV

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Commissioning Lead reports directly to AECOMs Senior Project Manager, and ensures that all mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP), and controls systems are designed, installed, tested, and ...

AECOM

Data Center Commissioning Lead

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Commissioning Lead reports directly to AECOMs Senior Project Manager, and ensures that all mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP), and controls systems are designed, installed, tested, and ...

SST Direct

Senior Construction Manager

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

$140K - $170K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Experience working with or managing a commissioning agent preferred. * Required to work weekends, nights, or be on-call as a regular part of the job. If you are interested in learning more about this ...

Komatsu

Product Support Manager- Attachments

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

$90K - $112K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Coordinate attachment start-up with customer and servicing agent after sale is complete. Manage assembly, commissioning and delivery of attachments to customers in accordance with contractdelivery ...

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How much do commissioning agent jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for commissioning agent in Nevada is $97,580.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $77,400.00 and $114,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges a commissioning agent faces during building system commissioning, and how can they be managed?

Commissioning Agents often encounter challenges such as incomplete documentation, coordination issues among contractors, and tight project timelines. To manage these, it is essential to establish clear communication channels early on, hold regular progress meetings, and create detailed commissioning plans. Proactively identifying and resolving issues, maintaining thorough records, and fostering collaboration between all project stakeholders can help ensure a smoother commissioning process and successful project delivery.

Is commissioning a good career?

Commissioning is a viable career that involves ensuring building systems operate efficiently and meet design specifications. It requires technical knowledge, certifications, and attention to detail, often working in construction, engineering, or facilities management environments. The role offers opportunities for advancement and specialization in various industries.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a commissioning agent, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Commissioning Agent, you need a solid background in mechanical, electrical, or building systems engineering, often supported by a relevant degree and experience in construction or facilities management. Familiarity with commissioning software, building automation systems (BAS), and certifications such as CxA or BCxP are typically required. Strong problem-solving, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help in managing diverse teams and ensuring project requirements are met. These competencies are crucial for delivering efficient, high-performing buildings and ensuring client satisfaction throughout the commissioning process.

What is the difference between Commissioning Agent vs Building Inspector?

AspectCommissioning AgentBuilding Inspector
CredentialsEngineering or technical certifications, sometimes LEED APState or local licensing, building code certifications
Work EnvironmentDesign and construction projects, technical reviewsInspection sites, construction sites, regulatory compliance
Employer & IndustryConstruction firms, engineering consultants, building ownersMunicipalities, government agencies, private inspection firms

While both roles involve construction and building projects, a Commissioning Agent focuses on ensuring building systems operate as intended through technical testing and verification. A Building Inspector primarily assesses compliance with codes and regulations during construction or after completion. Understanding these differences helps clients choose the right professional for their project needs.

What is a commissioning agent?

A commissioning agent works closely with lead contractors to ensure that a building or construction project meets the operational requirements of the client. As a commissioning agent, your job duties involve overseeing the design, installation, testing, and maintenance of all components, materials, and systems. You also ensure that the commissioning plan meets federal requirements, such as national building fire codes.

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Infographic showing various Commissioning Agent job openings in Nevada as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, and 10% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $97,580 per year, or $46.9 per hour.

Commissioning Agent

Bureau Veritas

Reno, NV • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 17 days ago

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Based on 29 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

A WORLD LEADER IN TESTING, INSPECTION & CERTIFICATION SERVICES
Bureau Veritas offers dynamic, exciting employment opportunities with an attractive salary/benefit package and an opportunity to play a vital role with a global organization. If you would enjoy working in a dynamic environment and are looking for an opportunity to become part of a stellar team of professionals, we invite you to apply online today.
Bureau Veritas is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, citizen status, sexual orientation, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other non-job-related characteristics.
This position is responsible to ensure equal opportunity in employment in that all persons are treated equally and on the basis of merit, in decisions regarding selection, placement, promotions, training, work assignments, transfers and other personnel actions.
City: Reno
State: Nevada
Job Summary:
The Commissioning Agent will be responsible for commissioning, retro-commissioning, and/or monitoring-based commissioning of projects. The scope of work may also include facilities condition assessments, construction administration, plan review, and plan checks for Bureau Veritas Architecture & Engineering.
The Commissioning Agent must be capable of managing projects from concept through construction while effectively interfacing with clients, contractors, and facility operations personnel. The ideal Commissioning Agent candidate will be able to fully communicate and address client problems/questions/comments in a clear, professional manner. He/she will develop the commissioning plan, prepare pre-functional check lists, develop functional performance test procedures, oversee functional performance testing, and develop the final commissioning report for the commissioning scope of work.
The Commissioning Agent will act as the designated agent to complete the commissioning scope of services.
The objective of commissioning is to provide documented confirmation that a facility fulfills the functional and performance requirements of the owner, designer, occupants, and operators. To reach this goal, it is necessary for the Commissioning Agent to establish and document the criteria for system function, performance, and maintainability; as well as to verify and document compliance with these criteria.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
On a commissioning assignment, the Commissioning Agent shall conduct the following tasks (as applicable):
  • Act as the commissioning authority.
  • Review the design to become familiar with the design criteria and expected performance.
  • Provide design review comments as they affect the commissioning process.
  • Develop a commissioning plan.
  • Conduct commissioning meetings.
  • Review submittals during construction as they affect the commissioning process.
  • Verify installation and functional performance of the following:
    • HVAC systems
    • Building automation systems
    • Lighting control systems
    • Plumbing domestic hot water systems
    • Other system as required
  • Develop pre-functional test procedures.
  • Oversee the functional testing and complete the functional testing forms.
  • Complete and submit a commissioning report.
  • Oversee Contractor-provided operator training and review training materials.
  • Complete warranty phase commissioning follow-up

Qualifications:
Education and/or Experience:
  • Preferred: Accredited Professional Degree in Engineering
  • Required: Minimum five years professional experience within construction realm.
  • Required: 5+ years of experience specifically in commissioning, including experience with commissioning of comparable projects in size and complexity.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
  • Required: Accredited Commissioning Certification such as CxA (Certified Commissioning Authority), CCP (Certified Commissioning Professional) or BCxP (Building Commissioning Professional)
  • Preferred: Professional Engineer licensure (any state)
  • Valid driver's license is required with no significant MVA points/violations (clean driving record).

Other qualifications:
  • Must have expertise in working with commissioning software like Facility Grid and CxAlloy.
  • Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications with a strong emphasis in MS Excel.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Excellent time management skills including ability to perform multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment and ability to work independently.
  • You can traverse, observe equipment, and record data and photos on safely accessible roofs and other high or open areas, which may require ladder and/or hatch access.
  • You are comfortable and willing to work in densely equipped mechanical and electrical spaces requiring dedicated focus on safety protocol.
  • Ability to travel up to 30% to client sites.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
There are no supervisory responsibilities associated with this role.
Skills:
Language Ability
  • Ability to draft reports, business correspondence, and standard operating procedures.
  • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from clients, peers, and technical field staff.

Reasoning Ability
  • Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
  • Ability to interpret an extensive variety of instructions and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Technology Skills
  • To perform this job successfully, an individual must be proficient in operating a computer, having knowledge of word processing software, spreadsheet software, and project management software, to include Facility Grid and CxAlloy, Advanced Excel, Microsoft Suite and business specific software and other project specific applications.
  • To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to operate an electronic tablet in the field for live data collection.

Knowledge, Skills, and Other Abilities
  • Understanding construction materials and methods, environmental concerns, cost estimating, and industry standards.
  • Ability to manage multiple stakeholders within the organization and business units.
  • Time management skills.
  • Active listening skills.
  • Critical thinking skills.
  • Problem solving skills.
  • Oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to motivate, develop, and direct people.
  • Ability to work independently, as well as in a team environment.
  • The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
  • Ability to successfully work from remote location.
  • Ability to meet the physical demands of the job.
  • Must have a cell phone and supply your own internet service.

Work Environment:
While performing the onsite/field duties, the employee is required to:
  • Walk (material part of an 8-hour workday, up to 3 to 4 continuous hours at one time.)
  • Stand (material part of an 8-hour workday, up to 3 to 4 continuous hours at one time.)
  • Climb and balance Stairs (at least once for each building assessed)
  • Repetitive use of hands/fingers for keyboard interaction (frequently)
  • Reach with hands and arms
  • Talk and hear (communicate with onsite contact)
  • Vision (close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus)
  • Operate an electronic tablet in the field for live data collection.
  • Operate a computer (up to 100% of workweek)
  • Operating a motor vehicle
  • Required to travel by Plane, Motor Vehicle, Train (up to 30% of the time) to client sites across the U.S. Overnight stays away from home may be required.

While performing the office/offsite duties of this job:
  • The employee is regularly required to use hands.
  • The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, talk and hear.
  • The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
  • The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
  • The noise level in the home or company office environment is usually quiet.

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