Electrical Commissioning Lead

Kiewit; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking an Electrical Commissioning Superintendent to lead the safe, efficient commissioning of major electrical systems on large industrial projects. You will guide pre‑commissioning and functional testing, ensure readiness, and coordinate with engineering, construction, vendors, and operations to support turnover.

The role requires strong leadership of a 20-person team, a focus on safety and quality, and hands‑on oversight of testing activities, documentation, and progress reporting

Qualifications

• Experience in pre‑commissioning and commissioning of large‑scale electrical systems.
• Ability to lead and manage teams during system turnover and commissioning.
• Familiarity with safety procedures, LOTO, and testing protocols.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily safety meetings and ensure compliance with electrical safety procedures.
• Coordinate and oversee pre‑commissioning, commissioning, and start‑up of major electrical systems.
• Conduct system walk‑downs, identify deficiencies, and ensure readiness for testing and turnover.
• Supervise functional testing including insulation resistance, continuity, grounding, and energization.
• Troubleshoot issues and implement corrective actions during commissioning.
• Coordinate with engineering, construction, vendors, and OEMs to meet readiness requirements.
• Track progress and provide status updates to commissioning leadership.
• Maintain commissioning documentation and turnover packages.

Skills

Electrical commissioning

Team leadership

Safety procedures

Pre-commissioning

Functional testing

Electrical systems

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

Completions software

Job description

Kiewit is seeking an Electrical Commissioning Superintendent to lead the safe, efficient commissioning of major electrical systems on large industrial projects. You will guide pre‑commissioning and functional testing, ensure readiness, and coordinate with engineering, construction, vendors, and operations to support turnover.

The role requires strong leadership of a 20-person team, a focus on safety and quality, and hands‑on oversight of testing activities, documentation, and progress reporting