Which of the following is not typically listed as a commissioning team member?

• A. Owner / operator
• B. Architect
• C. Facility manager
• D. Test and balance contractor

Answer: (C)

In commissioning, the team is assembled around roles that directly influence design verification, testing, and ensuring the building meets the intended performance. The owner or operator defines the facility’s operational needs and approves acceptance criteria, so they are a core member. The architect or design professional helps carry the design intent into the commissioning process and supports the development of test and acceptance criteria, making them essential. The test and balance contractor carries out the actual testing and balancing of systems to confirm they operate to design specifications, which is a fundamental commissioning activity. The facility manager, while crucial for ongoing operations and maintenance after handover, is not typically listed as a core commissioning team member because the commissioning activities center on design reviews, testing, and verification rather than daily operations. They may be involved later during handover or in ongoing FM processes, but they aren’t part of the standard commissioning team roster.