Site-Based Solar & BESS Commissioning Lead

Leap29; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem component

Job summary

Leap29 is seeking an experienced Commissioning Manager for Solar & BESS projects, leading the commissioning phase to ensure systems are installed, tested and fully operational in line with project specs and industry standards.

You will manage planning, testing, QA/QC, and handover while coordinating with project teams, contractors and clients, with a strong focus on safety, quality and schedule on site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Energy Management or a related technical discipline.
• 5+ years' experience in commissioning management within the energy sector.
• Proven experience delivering commissioning activities on renewable energy projects.
• Working knowledge of NERC/FERC compliance and ERCOT protocols.
• NFPA 70E and OSHA 30 certification.
• Strong knowledge and practical experience of LOTO procedures and implementation.
• Comprehensive understanding of energy systems, equipment and relevant industry standards.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering complex commissioning projects through to operational handover and COD.

Responsibilities

• Take overall responsibility for the execution of commissioning activities on assigned projects, reporting to the Project Manager and ensuring delivery against agreed schedules and budgets.
• Develop project specific commissioning plans and strategies.
• Lead the end-to-end commissioning process from planning through to testing and handover.
• Coordinate commissioning activities across project teams, contractors, vendors and third-party testing organisations.
• Lead daily Commissioning Plan of the Day meetings and coordinate commissioning priorities and activities.
• Prepare and deliver high-level project reports covering commissioning progress, risks, issues and milestones.
• Plan and oversee performance, functional and reliability testing to confirm design specifications.
• Maintain comprehensive commissioning records and safety compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Project coordination

Strong communication

Problem solving

Site safety

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Energy management or related technical discipline

Tools

Commissioning management software

Testing procedures

QA/QC documentation

Job description

Leap29 is seeking an experienced Commissioning Manager for Solar & BESS projects, leading the commissioning phase to ensure systems are installed, tested and fully operational in line with project specs and industry standards.

You will manage planning, testing, QA/QC, and handover while coordinating with project teams, contractors and clients, with a strong focus on safety, quality and schedule on site.