Electrical Commissioning Lead – Industrial Projects

Kiewit; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; 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, functional testing, and turnover, coordinating with engineering, construction, vendors, and operations to ensure system readiness.

The role requires directing teams of ~20 technicians, maintaining rigorous safety standards, and delivering comprehensive commissioning documentation.

Qualifications

• Experience in pre-commissioning and commissioning of large-scale electrical systems.
• Ability to lead ~20 electrical/instrumentation technicians through turnover and commissioning.
• Knowledge of electrical safety procedures, LOTO, and permitting.
• Familiarity with completions software and readiness workflows.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily safety meetings and ensure compliance with electrical safety procedures, including LOTO and permitting.
• Coordinate and oversee pre-commissioning, commissioning, and start-up of major electrical systems (power distribution, switchgear, transformers, generators, UPS, grounding and control systems).
• Conduct electrical system walk-downs, identify deficiencies, and ensure systems are ready for testing and turnover.
• Supervise and support functional testing, including insulation resistance testing, continuity checks, grounding verification, breaker testing, and system energization.
• Troubleshoot electrical system issues and implement corrective actions during commissioning.
• Coordinate with engineering, construction, operations, vendors, and OEMs to meet electrical system readiness and performance requirements.
• Track system progress and provide clear status updates to commissioning and project leadership.
• Maintain accurate commissioning documentation, including electrical checklists, test records, redlines, and turnover packages.

Skills

Leadership

Safety management

Pre-commissioning

Commissioning

Testing

Coordination

Documentation

Team management

Education

Electrical Engineering degree or equivalent

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

LOTO procedures

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, functional testing, and turnover, coordinating with engineering, construction, vendors, and operations to ensure system readiness.

The role requires directing teams of ~20 technicians, maintaining rigorous safety standards, and delivering comprehensive commissioning documentation.