Commissioning Specialist - Water Infrastructure

Graham; Calgary; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Graham's Water Division is seeking a Commissioning Specialist to lead commissioning for water and wastewater projects across Alberta.

Reporting to the Commissioning Manager, you will develop strategies, coordinate with clients and contractors, perform FAT and testing, and ensure smooth turnover.

The role demands 7+ years of experience and a strong command of engineering drawings and controls; Calgary-based on-site work.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in commissioning/startup or related roles, preferably water/wastewater.
• Experience in water/wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and control documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of commissioning activities for water facilities.
• Develop commissioning strategies, plans, and acceptance criteria.
• Coordinate with clients, operators, consultants, contractors, and vendors.
• Oversee FAT, controls testing, troubleshooting, and system performance testing.
• Manage documentation, reporting, and turnover packages; provide technical guidance.

Skills

Technical leadership

Commissioning

Testing

Stakeholder coordination

Troubleshooting

Engineering drawings

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

Career Opportunities: Commissioning Specialist - Water Infrastructure (32436)

Requisition ID32436-Posted10/14/2026

At Graham, one of North America’s largest general contractors, we don’t just build systems, we deliver essential projects that protect communities and sustain the environment. As part of our Water Division, you’ll contribute to impactful work across the region, including wastewater treatment plants, water treatment facilities, water processing and control systems, and stormwater management infrastructure.

Here, your work has purpose. Your safety and growth are supported. And your impact is lasting.

Your Impact Starts Here

Graham is actively recruiting for a Commissioning Specialist supporting the Water and Wastewater Infrastructure. Reporting to the Commissioning Manager, the Commissioning Specialist will lead and manage assigned commissioning scopes for water and wastewater projects. This role provides technical leadership throughout the commissioning lifecycle, including strategy development, systemization, construction completion integration, testing, startup planning, stakeholder coordination, performance verification, training, and turnover.

Your Role in Building What Matters – From Office to Site

• Lead the planning and execution of commissioning activities, including startup, testing, training, performance verification, and system turnover for water and wastewater facilities
• Develop and implement commissioning strategies, plans, procedures, schedules, and acceptance criteria to support successful project delivery
• Lead multidisciplinary coordination with clients, operators, consultants, contractors, vendors, and system integrators to resolve technical issues and ensure commissioning readiness
• Oversee system inspections, Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), controls testing, troubleshooting, and integrated system performance testing
• Manage commissioning documentation, reporting, deficiency resolution, training records, and turnover packages while providing technical guidance to project teams and Commissioning Coordinators

The Right Tools for the Job

• Education: Degree or diploma in Engineering, Construction Management, Instrumentation Engineering Technology, or a related field
• Experience: 7+ years of commissioning, startup, construction, operations, or controls experience, preferably in water/wastewater infrastructure
• Skills: Strong technical leadership, commissioning and testing expertise, stakeholder coordination, troubleshooting, and ability to interpret engineering drawings and control documentation

At Graham, we’re building more than structures, we’re building futures. Join a team that delivers excellence from the ground up and makes a lasting impact across Canada.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to an inclusive, accessible workplace. Accommodations are available throughout the hiring process when requested. Please contact [e-mail] for accommodation requests.

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