Commissioning Project Manager

Role Description

This role involves planning, executing, and managing the commissioning process across the utility scale solar, battery energy storage, SCADA, and electrical substation projects nationwide to ensure all systems and components are installed, tested, and operated according to the contractual requirements. The Commissioning Project Manager leads the overall commissioning phase of a given project to include all contracted EPC scope of work. The Commissioning Project Manager will work closely with project execution teams, Owner's project managers, site engineers, construction and quality managers to schedule the Commissioning activities, coordinate with affected parties, ensure witness points are held for owner oversight, and deliver results that comply with the contractual requirements and ensure a smooth transition from commissioning to closeout.

This role is remote with travel required within the Midwest region. Specific location details and expectations will be discussed during the interview process.

Qualifications

• Utility scale solar power plants testing for EPC or Utilities in the United States
• Underground and overhead distribution design; transmission systems and design; single and three phase electrical design
• Working knowledge of the design and operation of utility scale solar, battery energy storage, SCADA, and substations
• Ability to interpret detailed design drawings, interconnection documentation, and technical requirements
• Fiber installation and testing
• SCADA system understanding, testing, and commissioning
• DC systems architecture and testing
• Knowledgeable in National Fire Protection Association/National Electrical Code (NFPA/NEC) standards, and IEEE/IES/API Standards
• NETA and IEEE standards related to utility scale solar generation
• Understanding of the commercial performance of power plants
• Familiarity with NERC guidelines and various ISO and TSO organization requirements is a plus
• Familiarity with DCS / SCADA control systems and methods for utility scale generation is a plus
• Familiarity with testing of mechanical and solid-state relaying systems is a plus
• Functional competencies include attention to detail, communication, customer focus, prioritization, and drive

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of experience leading complex project commissioning activities
• Experience with technical, regulatory, and contractual requirements of utility scale solar/BESS/SCADA/HV commissioning
• 3 or more years of experience in a direct management role
• A Project Management Professional Certification (PMP) preferred
• Understanding of electrical and communication system testing procedures
• Knowledge in project management principles including safety leadership, schedule logic and implementation, procurement, and construction means and methods
• Ability to manage project teams and coordinate with affected parties
• Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications
• Familiarity with relevant industry standards, safety protocols, and environmental regulations

Benefits

• Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life and disability insurance
• Employees can enroll in our company’s 401(k) plan
• Provided vacation, sick and holiday pay

Physical Demands and Environmental Conditions

• Occasional exposure to weather, harsh outdoor environment, and variable site conditions
• Requires frequent stooping/bending/crouching, reaching, handling, finger dexterity, sitting, standing, walking, and lifting 50 or more lbs
• Constant finger dexterity and ability to see details at close range and at a distance, hear, and talk, and possess depth perception
• Occasional climbing and carrying, proximity to moving mechanical parts, working in high, exposed, or difficult to access places
• The noise intensity level may be high
• Working on or near lifts and other machines
• Working near medium and high voltage
• Regional travel to monitor multiple sites simultaneously a possibility