Senior Field Mechanical Commissioning Lead

KODIAK Construction Recruiting & Staffing; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 103,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

KODIAK Construction Recruiting & Staffing is seeking a Senior Commissioning Manager for field-based work on West Texas facilities. You’ll lead mechanical and process commissioning from system turnover through startup, performance testing, and final handover.

The role requires 12+ years in commissioning, 5+ years leading teams, and strong coordination with construction, operations, vendors, and client leadership.

Qualifications

• 12+ years in commissioning, startup, construction, or operations in heavy industrial settings.
• At least 5 years leading commissioning or startup teams on major field projects.
• Hands-on knowledge of mechanical and process systems including rotating & fixed equipment, piping, utilities.
• Ability to interpret P&IDs, process flows, equipment data sheets, and turnover records.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical and process commissioning from turnover through startup and turnover.
• Develop commissioning plans, staffing, schedule, and acceptance criteria.
• Coordinate daily execution with construction, operations, engineering, quality, safety, vendors, and client.
• Lead readiness activities and walkdowns; manage punch lists and turnover dossiers.

Skills

Field leadership

Project management

Mechanical systems

Process systems

Root cause analysis

Safety awareness

MS Office proficiency

Tools

P&IDs interpretation

Job description

KODIAK Construction Recruiting & Staffing is seeking a Senior Commissioning Manager for field-based work on West Texas facilities. You’ll lead mechanical and process commissioning from system turnover through startup, performance testing, and final handover.

The role requires 12+ years in commissioning, 5+ years leading teams, and strong coordination with construction, operations, vendors, and client leadership.