Commissioning Manager (Solar: National Req)

Overall responsibility for managing the commissioning phase of Photovoltaic plants to ensure successful handover. Direct, plan, and manage construction projects from completion of construction, pre-operation testing, and commissioning through plant handover.

This is a traveling position (up to 100%) with opportunities across the U.S. Average project duration is 8-12 months. Designated daily per diem, company vehicle, fuel card, and purchase card provided. Eligible for routine travel home (rotation) from the jobsite.

Responsibilities

• Lead commissioning of utility-scale solar projects to ensure compliance with program and company/safety policies.
• Prepare detailed commissioning schedules for each project, covering pre-commissioning through final testing.
• Determine size and responsibilities of the commissioning team for each site.
• Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with organizational policies and applicable laws.
• Prepare and manage commissioning documents per contract obligations; set up organized site folders.
• Manage third-party testing when necessary; review and verify testing documentation.
• Maintain systematic, well-organized records and paperwork for the entire job.
• Make key decisions thoughtfully to ensure schedules, timelines, and deadlines are met.
• Study, communicate, and improve productivity analysis.
• Maintain discipline, professionalism, and effective communication on the jobsite.
• Interview, hire, train, and manage direct reports; plan, assign, and direct work; appraise performance.
• Work with Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) Supervisor to ensure proper execution of LOTO on site.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (B.S.) in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Five years’ experience in a supervisory role.
• Commissioning experience on solar, BESS, or wind construction projects preferred.
• Ability to organize, instruct, and supervise commissioning crews in all facets of construction.
• Ability to carry out commissioning and start-up of plant components according to manuals.
• Ability to forecast, monitor, estimate time and costs of commissioning activities.
• Knowledge of commissioning tools, machinery, methods, procedures, and safety requirements.
• Ability to supervise testing, commissioning, and start-up of high, medium, low voltage, and DC equipment/electrical systems in compliance with standards, schedule, and safety/quality requirements.
• Ability to coordinate project teams, including project managers and commissioning personnel.
• Understanding of commissioning methods, scheduling, and problem-solving.
• Demonstrated leadership, motivation, and communication skills with workers and superiors.
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office, email, internet, spreadsheets, documents, photos, and field time entry.
• Skilled in project management practices and problem-solving.
• Ability to train and manage crews effectively under pressure and within timelines.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating/maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence; speak effectively before groups.
• Ability to calculate figures and apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to interpret technical instructions in math and logic of electrical equipment protection.
• Knowledge of protection logic of electrical machinery, instrumentation, relay settings, and troubleshooting.
• Take reasonable care for personal and others' health and safety, working toward company’s Zero Injury principles.

Benefits

Financial Wellbeing

• Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase.
• 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care).

Health & Wellness

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) – coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children.
• Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance.

Family & Lifestyle

• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave.
• Military Leave, including Differential Pay and Benefits Continuation.
• Employee Assistance Program.

Planning for the Unexpected

• Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment.
• Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage.
• Emergency Travel Assistance Program.
• Group legal plan.

Pay

$125,000 - $145,000 / year, commensurate with experience.