Assistant Commissioning Manager - HV/BESS/PV Projects

SOLV Energy, Inc.; Virginia; On-site; USD 95,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

SOLV Energy is seeking an Assistant Commissioning Manager to oversee testing and commissioning of HV, BESS, and PV projects on-site in the Midwest. You will work with the Commissioning Manager and SMEs to ensure installations, testing, and commissioning meet project requirements and safety standards.

You will manage commissioning teams, develop plans and schedules, coordinate with OEMs and cross-functional teams, and drive on-time project closeout while maintaining high safety and quality

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in testing and commissioning on utility scale electrical systems.
• Strong knowledge of electrical power systems, inverters, transformers, and electrical infrastructure.
• Proven experience managing project teams and coordinating with multiple stakeholders.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.
• Strong organizational and multi-project management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with industry standards, safety protocols, and environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage the project commissioning team, providing guidance and support for efficient execution.
• Report daily to the Commissioning Manager on status of each project.
• Review requirements and assist with commissioning plan, procedures, and milestones.
• Coordinate with OEM suppliers on testing and commissioning activities.
• Align with engineering, construction, and QA teams for commissioning activities.
• Develop integrated testing and commissioning schedules and update weekly.
• Develop the commissioning resource plan for the project.
• Review energization procedures and assist with switching activities during commissioning.
• Identify and recommend corrective actions for issues during commissioning or operation.
• Contribute to standards and processes to improve business.
• Manage pre-commissioning, cold, warm, and hot tests for BESS, HV, and PV systems.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
• Prepare daily commissioning reports and document test results and corrective actions.
• Monitor timelines and resources to ensure project delivery.
• Capture lessons learned and maintain equipment warranty tracking logs.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Team coordination

Safety compliance

Job description

SOLV Energy is seeking an Assistant Commissioning Manager to oversee testing and commissioning of HV, BESS, and PV projects on-site in the Midwest. You will work with the Commissioning Manager and SMEs to ensure installations, testing, and commissioning meet project requirements and safety standards.

You will manage commissioning teams, develop plans and schedules, coordinate with OEMs and cross-functional teams, and drive on-time project closeout while maintaining high safety and quality