Steven Connelly, CxA, NEBB CP
Senior Principal

Steve earned an Associates of Applied Science degree in Air Conditioning Technology from Texas State Technical College. His 30+ years of experience includes a stint in the US Navy on a nuclear submarine as a Petty Officer Machinist’s Mate. He then attended TSTC and began a career in air conditioning. During his career, he has been a project manager and group installation manager with a BAS Integration company, Vice President of Operations for a TAB firm and Principal of a commissioning firm.

Steve is an ACG certified commissioning authority and Certified Professional in Air and Water Balance as well as Certified Commissioning Process Professional through NEBB.

He has been a commissioning agent/authority for over 15 years. His broad experience in the trades and commissioning includes ground up and existing data centers, high reliability telecommunication facilities, hospital/medical facilities, central plant renovations and upgrades, laboratory facilities, corporate office buildings, airport terminals and a stadium. These projects include new construction, retro-commissioning, and on-going commissioning with many achieving LEED certification.

Professional Registrations and Certifications
  • NEBB Certified Professional – Air and Water Test & Balance (NEBB CP)
  • NEBB Certified Commissioning Professional (CxPP)
  • ASHRAE Commissioning Process Management Professional (CPMP)
  • ACG Certified Commissioning Authority (CxA)
Professional Affiliations
  • American Society of Heating, Refrigeration, and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE)
  • NEBB
  • AABC Commissioning Group