COMMISSIONING MANAGER

Carter Machinery; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 89,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Life and disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral bonus program

Tool allowances and tool loans

Discounts on cellular service, devices

Overtime opportunities

Shift differential

Job summary

Carter Machinery is seeking a Commissioning Manager in San Jose, CA to lead start-up projects for generator sets and related equipment. The role involves planning, coordinating deliveries, supervising installation and start-up, and ensuring accurate reporting to customers and the CMCo team.

The position requires at least three years in construction management, strong communication, and travel as needed. Competitive compensation with benefits is offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in construction management.
• Experience managing installation of mechanical and electrical equipment.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Review project specifications and prepare a start-up work plan.
• Create project timelines using Gantt or PERT to outline milestones.
• Oversee equipment delivery and ensure proper installation or safe storage.
• Document site status and generate progress reports for customers.
• Submit weekly status reports to customers and CMCo Project Manager.
• Lead CMCo technicians during start-up and troubleshooting.
• Coordinate with customers and CMCo PM to resolve issues.
• Attend site meetings and stay current on product knowledge.
• Collaborate with team to achieve continuous improvement.

Skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Verbal and written communication

Detail oriented

Teamwork

Negotiation

Willingness to travel

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Title

Commissioning Manager

Location

San Jose, California

Compensation

Starting Compensation Range: $89,000 - $115,000 per year

Actual base pay may vary based on experience, skills, qualifications, education, geographic location, and other relevant business considerations. In addition to base pay, the compensation package may include participation in performance-based incentive programs (e.g., discretionary or non-discretionary plans), as well as overtime eligibility depending on the role.

What You’ll Do

• Review project specifications and prepare work plan to prepare for equipment start-up within determined time frame
• Prepare project timeline using Gantt, Pert, or other similar project scheduling method to outline milestones for completion of start-ups
• Manage delivery of equipment to job sites and ensure everything is installed correctly, or stored in a manner where equipment will remain damage free
• Document status of job sites prior to and during start-up; generate reports for customers showing progress, including photographs of installed equipment, and especially incomplete work or damaged items
• Submit status reports to customers on a weekly basis, or more frequently as circumstances dictate
• Submit status reports to CMCo Project Manager, including requests related to schedule or plan modifications
• Supervise installation, start-up, and testing of equipment, including serving in Lead role to CMCo technicians on customer sites and Start-Up Managers; assist customers and/or CMCo technicians in troubleshooting operational problems/issues in field
• Act as liaison between customer and CMCo Project Manager and/or CMCo technicians; respond to inquiries related to installation of equipment; work in coordination with CMCo Project Manager to resolve any problems/issues
• Attend all meetings as required by the site or CMCo Project Managers
• Keep abreast of current products: Generator Sets, Transfer Switches, Switchgear, UPS, and other similar products
• Work in coordination with team to achieve Continuous Improvement goals and objectives
• Perform various other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Minimum of three years’ experience in construction management, preferred
• Previous experience managing the installation of mechanical and electrical equipment, preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent, required
• General understanding of installation of mechanical and electrical equipment
• Excellent time management and organizational skills required
• Detail oriented
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent presentation skills
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills
• Valid driver’s license
• Excellent driving record
• Willingness to travel and work hours as required to meet customer needs
• Demonstrated skills and experience in mediation and negotiation

Success Factors

• Managing multiple start-up sites at one time
• Reading wiring diagrams and layout drawings
• Understanding and responding to questions related to submittals and specifications
• Functioning in a fast-paced environment
• Coordinating multiple competing tasks and demands
• Working well with multiple disciplines such as project managers, contractors, engineers, and end users
• Promoting a positive customer experience
• Upholding the Core Values of Integrity, Commitment, Excellence and Teamwork by embracing The Carter Way

Physical Requirements

• Regularly required to stand; walk and talk or hear
• Frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus

Compensation and Benefits

• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k), $0.75 to $1.25 match up to 6%
• Life and disability insurance
• In-house training instructors/programs
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee referral bonus program
• Tool allowances and tool loans
• Discounts on cellular phone service, computers, and vehicles
• Opportunities for overtime
• Shift differential (if applicable)

Carter Machinery Co. Inc. is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals – including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities, or any other characteristic protected by law – are encouraged to apply.

Carter Machinery is a drug-free workplace.