Commissioning is a process that assures all systems and components are designed, installed, operating, and performing to the owner’s requirements. This service greatly impacts the design and construction process since it's a lifelong protection for a building owner’s investment. More national chains are investing in Commissioning and adding it to their project scopes.  

Having a Commissioning agent (Cx agent) ensures a smooth process, and all project goals are achieved. Here are the top 5 reasons why you should consider hiring a Cx agent for your next project:  

1. Improve communication and coordination between all team members 

In addition to working with the client, Cx agents work with all trade members on site. They create the communication plan and assign team roles to all trades. Cx agents have direct communication with all team members to assist and facilitate the program to ensure objectives are met.  

NTi’s Cx agents use FaciliBuild HUB on all Commissioning projects to keep everyone informed of project milestones and action items.  

2. Perform design reviews to confirm performance expectations can be met 

The Cx agent will conduct a design review prior to work starting to make sure design intent is able to be implemented and perform as required. If anything is found that conflicts with the design intent or needs to be adjusted, they make sure that happens.  

This can save a building owner time and money by reducing and preventing errors before they happen.  

3. Inspect and test equipment for functionality 

Cx agents perform inspections and tests throughout the construction process. The purpose of this is to confirm that systems and equipment have been installed to the planned details, specifications, and manufacturer requirements, as well as ensure quality standards meet design conditions.  

Operational, functional, and performance testing are done to prove that all equipment works as standalone and within the entire operating system. This also helps the Cx agent understand if the project is progressing at the intended schedule.  

4. Provide a final report that confirms all project milestones are complete 

When all trades have completed their assignments, the Cx agent will provide a detailed report. All trades are listed in this so the building owner can reference them in the future when a need arises that requires that trade’s assistance.  

NTi’s Cx agents use FaciliBuild HUB to generate their reports. This automatically connects all trade members for the building’s entire lifetime.  

5. Serve as a trusted partner for your building’s life 

Commissioning is an ongoing process – even after the store is open. Cx agents will remain connected to your building for its entire life by monitoring building status and addressing action items. NTi has a Commissioning Management Service Team that works with clients throughout their building’s lifetime.  

Cx agents simplify and strengthen the construction process by keeping everyone connected, accountable, and on schedule. Are you considering hiring a Cx agent for your next project? Reach out to our team for more information on our Commissioning services.