Senior Mechanical Commissioning Lead

Kiewit; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Relocation support

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking a Mechanical Commissioning Superintendent to lead the safe, efficient commissioning of major mechanical systems on large industrial projects. You will oversee pre-commissioning, commissioning, testing, and turnover, coordinating with engineering, construction, vendors, and operations.

This role requires a strong background in HVAC, piping, pumps, rotating equipment, and infrastructure, with proven leadership of craft teams, and a commitment to safety, quality, and continuous

Qualifications

• Experience in pre-commissioning and commissioning of large-scale mechanical systems.
• Ability to lead and manage craft teams through turnover, testing, and commissioning.
• Familiarity with completions software and system readiness workflows.
• Strong planning, coordination, and cross-functional communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily safety meetings and ensure compliance with mechanical safety procedures.
• Oversee pre‑commissioning, commissioning, and start‑up of major mechanical systems.
• Conduct system walk‑downs, identify deficiencies, and ensure readiness for testing.
• Supervise functional testing including flushing, hydrotesting, and alignments.
• Coordinate with engineering, construction, vendors, and OEMs to meet readiness milestones.
• Maintain commissioning documentation and turnover packages.

Skills

Leadership for craft teams

Project coordination

Safety leadership

Communication skills

System turnover scheduling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Related discipline or equivalent experience

Tools

Completions software

System readiness workflows

Job description

Kiewit is seeking a Mechanical Commissioning Superintendent to lead the safe, efficient commissioning of major mechanical systems on large industrial projects. You will oversee pre-commissioning, commissioning, testing, and turnover, coordinating with engineering, construction, vendors, and operations.

This role requires a strong background in HVAC, piping, pumps, rotating equipment, and infrastructure, with proven leadership of craft teams, and a commitment to safety, quality, and continuous