Global Commissioning

  Instead of contactors, the completion of commissioning documents should be done by the commissioning authority (CxA) – and for good reason! Typically the commissioning management services company is in direct contract with the owner of the building and it acts as an independent, 3 rd -party representative who ensures that the entire commissioning phase is completely unbiased and follows best practices while working towards achieving the project requirements of the owner. The commissioning authority bears the responsibility to assist the project team during the construction, acceptance and design phases, which ensures that the project achieves success, but without being dependent on the construction and design teams, so as to maintain objectivity. The commissioning process needs the commissioning authority to develop testing procedures, data forms and checklists, and record performance criteria. In general, these materials are handed over by the commissioning authority to members...

  It is the responsibility of the commissioning authority to make sure that all building systems perform optimally while meeting the functional and operational requirements of the owner. Dozens of technical skills are involved in the process. However, there is one soft skill, which is equally important, when it is about the commissioning process. Yes, we are talking about “communication”! Typically, global commissioning companies begin by setting expectations and explaining their role. The initial commissioning meetings should be held during the design and construction phases, involving a representative from every party. Keep reading to know what the commissioning authority needs from the team during the construction phase and what the standards for communication should look like. Also, understand what actions a commissioning authority should take in order to being a resource – and not a burden – to the team.   Effective Use of Emails You may think that emails make it...