Commissioning Manager

Petroplan; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy management company in the United States is seeking an experienced Industrial Commissioning Manager to oversee a team responsible for commissioning activities in the power generation sector. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of commissioning management experience, including exposure to refineries and data centers. This role involves significant coordination with stakeholders and requires travel within Texas. Joining this firm presents a unique career progression opportunity in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of commissioning management experience in the power generation industry.
• Experience in related industries such as refineries, natural gas compressor stations, and data centers.
• Ability to travel 30-50%, mainly in Texas.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team responsible for all aspects of commissioning for industrial projects.
• Develop and review Critical Path Method (CPM) schedules.
• Prepare commissioning plans, procedures, and reports.

Skills

Commissioning management

Project coordination

Stakeholder communication

Risk management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline

Tools

CxAlloy

Hexagon

Job description

My Client, a fast growing advanced energy management company specializing in microgrid solutions and natural gas powered generators, is delivering off-grid power solutions across Data Centers, utilities, AI hyperscalers and mining. The company started in 2020 and now 5 years later they have achieved $5 Billon in investment partnering with well known giants in the industry. If you are looking to work for a “career making” company, then this is the move for you. It is a great time to join this ever advancing firm as the career progression possibilities are immense.

The Client is looking for a highly skilled and experienced Industrial Commissioning Manager to oversee a team responsible for the planning and execution of commissioning activities across a range of projects in the power generation sector. The ideal candidate will also bring experience from related industries, including refineries, natural gas compressor stations, substations, and data centers.

Essential Skills and Responsibilities:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical discipline
• Minimum of 5 years of commissioning management experience in the power generation industry. Experience in refineries, natural gas compressor stations, substations, or data centers is highly desirable
• Ability to travel 30-50%, varied by project phase – mainly in the state of Texas
• Lead and manage a team responsible for all aspects of commissioning for industrial projects
• Coordinate and communicate with multiple stakeholders, including clients, contractors, engineering teams, and vendors, to align project objectives and resolve issues.
• Develop, review, and interpret Critical Path Method (CPM) schedules to monitor project timelines and deliverables.
• Utilize commissioning software packages such as CxAlloy, Hexagon, or similar
• Prepare commissioning plans, procedures, and reports in accordance with industry standards and client specifications.
• Oversee site visits to jobsites for pre-commissioning, commissioning, and post-commissioning activities, providing technical guidance and support as needed.
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with commissioning processes and ensure adherence to safety protocols.
• Develop reports and presentations to communicate plan status and risks to project teams and executive leadership.
• Train and mentor junior staff and facilitate knowledge transfer across teams.