Associate Director Commissioning

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title

Associate Director Commissioning

Job Category

Staff & Executive - Facilities/Environmental/Maintenance

Department

Facilities Utilities UW

Overview

The Division of Institutional Planning & Operations (IP&O) employs a workforce of approximately 2,700 staff, represented by 15 collective negotiations agreements, and is responsible for institutional strategic initiatives and operations, which encompasses an expansive range of comprehensive service and business operations across the State of New Jersey. These include planning and construction, facilities, public safety and emergency operations, environmental health and safety, transportation, housing, and auxiliary/retail operations.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking an Associate Director for Commissioning. The position is responsible for conducting commissioning activities including but not limited to new construction, major renovations, minor renovations, and equipment installation as directed. The position will be responsible for all metering, coordination with energy monitoring systems, and energy management front-end systems. The Associate Director of Commissioning will be in charge of measurement and verification of energy efficiency projects.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Overseeing commissioning of new construction, major renovations, minor renovations, and equipment installation. This includes retro-commissioning existing buildings. Documenting the process and all commissioning reports. Ensure that all equipment commissioned is documented to the asset. Manage third parties and vendors.
• The position will be responsible for metering, both physical meter and automated collection of metering data. Work with third party to establish front end and software for collection and alarms. Build and maintain infrastructure for metering of all buildings.
• Measurement and verification of various energy systems before and after construction to ensure they are operating as designed to reduce energy.
• Develop commissioning and retro-commissioning policies, procedures, and processes, as well as train and manage other team members and direct reports.

FLSA

Exempt

Grade

08

Salary Details

Minimum Salary

108670.000

Mid Range Salary

137547.000

Maximum Salary

166424.000

Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Position Status

Full Time

Working Hours

Standard Hours

37.50

Daily Work Shift

Work Arrangement

Union Description

Admin Assembly (MPSC)

Payroll Designation

PeopleSoft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment

Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility

ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field, Construction Technology, and CAD.
• A minimum of five (5) years of experience in the construction industry in a supervisory role and in a commissioning role.

Certifications/Licenses

• A driver’s license is required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Familiarity with codes, construction sequencing, and OSHA. Familiar with building management systems and MEP systems. Must be able to review drawings.
• The candidate must be very familiar with all aspects of the design process, be able to direct the work of other team members, evaluate options, and make sound decisions.
• Familiar with BIM360 docs and the project management suite.
• Must have a good understanding of the construction management of small to medium-sized construction projects and have managed projects.

Preferred Qualifications

• Commissioning (Cx) Certification
• Professional Engineering License

Equipment Utilized

• Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, BIM 360 docs

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Extensive walking on construction sites to complete inspections. Lifting andwalking up ladders may be required.
• Activities related to working on a construction site.

Special Conditions

• Safe Driving Record

Posting Details

Posting Number

26ST1875

Posting Open Date

10/01/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus

Rutgers University-New Brunswick

Home Location Campus

Off Campus

City

Piscataway

State

NJ

Location Details

33 Knightsbridge Rd.

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Do you have a Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field, Construction Technology, and CAD?

• Yes

• No

• Do you have a minimum of five (5) years of experience in the construction industry in a supervisory role and in a commissioning role?

• Yes

• No

• Do you have a valid driver’s license?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

• List of Professional References (contact Info)

Optional Documents