Mechanical Start-Up & Commissioning Lead

RK Mechanical, Inc.; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

RK Mechanical, Inc. is seeking an experienced Start-Up & Commissioning Manager to lead startup, commissioning, testing, and turnover of mechanical systems on complex industrial and commercial construction projects.

You will coordinate commissioning from planning through final turnover, ensuring systems are installed, tested, documented, and operating safely. You will work with project management, field operations, engineering, quality, safety, subcontractors, vendors, owners, and commissioning

Qualifications

• 7+ years in mechanical construction, commissioning, startup, or related field.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings, specs, P&IDs, equipment schedules, and control diagrams.
• Experience leading commissioning on large commercial/industrial projects.
• Knowledge of codes and safety requirements (OSHA).
• Strong project management and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all startup and commissioning activities.
• Develop project-specific commissioning plans and checklists.
• Coordinate activities with PMs, Superintendents, Foremen, Quality, Safety, Engineering, and VDC teams.
• Review drawings, specs, and equipment documentation.
• Manage testing, balancing, and system verification.
• Maintain commissioning logs and turnover packages.
• Coordinate owner training and final demonstrations.
• Travel to project sites as required.
• Ensure compliance with RK Mechanical safety policies.
• Provide progress updates to leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Technical Expertise

Problem Solving

Communication

Organization

Safety

Team Coordination

Tools

Procore

MS Office

TAB

Job description

RK Mechanical, Inc. is seeking an experienced Start-Up & Commissioning Manager to lead startup, commissioning, testing, and turnover of mechanical systems on complex industrial and commercial construction projects.

You will coordinate commissioning from planning through final turnover, ensuring systems are installed, tested, documented, and operating safely. You will work with project management, field operations, engineering, quality, safety, subcontractors, vendors, owners, and commissioning