Commissioning & Start Up Specialist

Tormod, LLC; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Comprehensive benefits

Paid holidays & PTO

Job summary

Hargrove is seeking a Senior Startup + Commissioning Leader to supervise CSU activities across multiple projects, ensuring delivery on time and within budget. You will develop CSU execution plans, leverage project controls, and coordinate with Client direction under the Startup + Commissioning Leader’s supervision.

The role requires a strong track record in complex CSU activities, safety leadership, and the ability to mentor a high-performing team while maintaining excellent communication with

Qualifications

• Requires 10+ years of relevant industrial experience in project management or CSU-related roles.
• Experience supervising CSU teams and ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery.
• Strong knowledge of project controls, cost, schedule and quality management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee CSU execution through Project Managers.
• Review projects with Project Managers and Controls to ensure budget and schedule adherence.
• Establish safe work environment and communicate safety commitments.
• Plan, organize and communicate team work; delegate according to skills and track progress.
• Maintain project control systems and ensure compliance with procedures.
• Mentor and develop team members to improve performance and meet client expectations.
• Communicate with clients, suppliers, and stakeholders to align deliverables.

Skills

Leadership

CSU knowledge

Communication

Team building

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Mentoring

Project coordination

Budget monitoring

Risk management

Education

High School Diploma

College coursework preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

What You'll Be Doing Education: High School Diploma or equivalent is required. College or advanced Technical coursework is highly preferred. Registration: Not Required. Experience: This position requires 10 or more years of relevant industrial experience in project management, automation/system integration engineering, or management as it relates to Commissioning and Startup (CSU).

Job Summary

Generally responsible for supervision and technical direction over a team of Startup + Commissioning Teammates engaged in the execution of CSU activities related to projects, ensuring total delivery of the services on time, within performance budget and meeting quality expectations. The position will develop or review and approve CSU execution plans. Work involves utilization of project controls for cost, schedule and quality of projects. The position will support the Project Managers in implementation of the direction provided by the Client. This work will be performed under the Startup + Commissioning Leader’s supervision.

Primary responsibilities

• Project Execution Responsibility through the Project Managers
• Project Delivery responsibility through the Project Managers
• Periodic and frequent review of projects with Project Managers and Project Controls to confirm projects are on track for successful completion related to CSU activities
• Assuring projects are following approved company procedures to ensure success
• Establishing a safe work environment and communicating the company commitment to safety to Teammates and clients
• Planning and organizing the work of the team. Communicating the plan to the team, the company leadership and the clients.
• Maintaining control of the projects by ensuring that systems remain in place to maintain discipline performance, budget progress, schedule commitments, and quality standards. Understanding and utilizing the project tools that are in place for project control.
• Delegating work to Teammates during CSU activities in proportion to their technical skills and experience, then following up for support to ensure efficient progress and quality.
• Familiarity with project performance and financials, and whether they are meeting client expectations.
• Technical contractual activities on all projects assigned to the office.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Will to Win.
• Exhibits a positive, enthusiastic attitude.
• Ability to motivate.
• Proven successful systems integration discipline management.
• Possesses the innovative drive to ensure the continued strong growth of the Company.
• Extreme attention to detail.
• Knowledge and competency within CSU.
• Demonstrated proficiency in complex CSU activities.
• Sound, ethical engineering and business judgment.
• Ability to recognize and promote talent.
• Ability to recognize and rectify Teammate issues.
• Ability to create a high performance team in attitude and accomplishment.
• Ability to relate easily to others in the business community such as customers, suppliers, contractors, government, professional and trade associations.
• Ability to handle stress with poise. Mental toughness
• Understanding of existing and potential customer deliverable expectations and preferences.
• Record of achieving objectives; successful project completion, within budget and time frame.
• Demonstrated peripheral vision; designing for specific needs, but with wider applications in mind.
• Ability to delegate authority appropriately.
• Ability to clearly communicate expectations and requirements to team members and to structure accountability.
• Organization skills in personal and team issues.
• Ability to set priorities.
• Demonstrated leadership ability with team orientation.
• Assessment of personnel through performance.
• Coaching and mentoring skills and experience.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Excellent leadership skills.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office and other technology tools.
• Ability to recognize personal deficiencies in expertise and mobilize needed assistance.
• Comfort with responsibility and assigned accountability.
• Embraces technology and leads technological changes.
• A comprehensive understanding of the function of all engineering disciplines, procurement, and construction processes.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand or walk for long periods of time.

Hargrove Culture

We work to create an environment founded on trust, personal integrity, and a “team mentality” so that each person understands the value of their contributions both on a project and company-wide level. We know that each person on our team contributes to the success of our company by pairing expertise and passion to meet and exceed the needs of the clients we serve across the globe. Our safety culture protects and promotes the well‑being of every person who works with us and every person touched by our work. As a 100% Teammate owned company, we proudly offer a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible Teammates.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Hargrove is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (including gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, sexual identity, marital or family status), disability, military service or obligations, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Hargrove is a drug‑free workplace.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

Welcome Within Tormod and the Hargrove Team of Companies, we work to create an environment founded on trust, personal integrity, and a "Team mentality" such that each person understands the value of their contributions both on a project and company-wide level. Our Team places high value on the contribution of Teammates who serve our customers whether they are in an onsite role, in the field, or executing projects in the office. We recognize that relationships with clients hinge on the quality and satisfaction of our professionals who dedicate their time and expertise to execute great projects. At Tormod, we value each member of our Team because we know that each person contributes to the continued success of our clients and our company. While supporting Teammates in professional development, we also make an effort to support them in their goals for personal satisfaction and financial security. Because we invest in our Team, we have an extremely high retention rate. This is due to our commitment to excellence in serving both clients and Team members. Hargrove's culture supports individuals as they embark on and thrive in their careers while maintaining an ethical, sustainable workplace.

Additionally, a wide range of benefits are available to members of our employee‑owned company, including the opportunity to participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP).

A Win-Win Place to Work The culture we have cultivated is caring and flexible, supporting Teammates in their professional and personal endeavors. Giving back matters, so we are pleased to give members of our Team the opportunity to aid their local communities through opportunities to volunteer and give through The Hargrove Foundation.

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