Commissioning Manager

About the role

Leads all commissioning workstreams on a mid-sized project. Owns schedule, vendor interface, punch list resolution, and system turnover. Manages 20-60 team members. Key point of contact for construction and PM team. Delivers full system commissioning on a mid-scale project. Interfaces with PM, engineering, and vendors. Manages team performance.

This role requires domestic and international travel to client sites and project locations, estimated at 50% to 80%. Candidates must have the flexibility to travel on short notice and for extended durations, including weekends as needed to meet project deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Owns full commissioning plan and execution across a mid-size project
• Leads technicians, vendors, and engineers across disciplines
• Delivers mechanical completion, energization, and system turnover
• Interfaces with PM, QA/QC, and client to ensure progress and compliance
• Develops commissioning procedures and team alignment
• Manages large commissioning teams (20–60 personnel), including supervisors, technicians, and support staff
• Acts as the key commissioning contact for project management, construction, engineering, and client stakeholders
• Develops project-specific commissioning plans, work processes, and procedures
• Identifies execution risks, technical challenges, and resource gaps early
• Champions RCC’s internal commissioning standards while ensuring alignment with client expectations and industry benchmarks

Requirements

• Bachelor Degree in relevant field (e.g., Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial Technology)
• 4-8 years of field experience in a similar role
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
• Ability to possess a passport for international travel

Work Environment

• On-site in heavy industrial environments, primarily mining and gas industries
• Exposure to extreme temperature conditions (hot and cold), moisture, slippery/uneven surfaces, confined spaces, and heights
• Hours vary by project; may require irregular or extended hours and travel for project completion
• Frequent standing, occasional bending, squatting, climbing, twisting, balancing, and reaching
• Exposure to noise, vibrations, well-treating chemicals, glycol, methanol, gasoline, natural gas, and liquid hydrocarbons

Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• Matching 401k
• Fitness reimbursement
• Competitive paid time off and paid holidays
• Professional development opportunities