Commissioning Manager

Overview Commissioning Manager – Mobile Truck Mounted Gas Turbine Gensets. Department: AMP Operations. Job Status: Full Time. Reports To: Director of Installation and Commissioning (ICOM). Location: The Woodlands Corporate Office, The Woodlands, TX. Travel: Up to 50% to 70% depending on deployment. Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm. Responsibilities Owns the end-to-end planning, coordination, and safe execution of commissioning activities required to place truck mounted mobile generator sets into service at customer sites. Drive field commissioning teams to ensure compliance with contract, safety, and regulatory requirements while achieving in-service dates and complete handover documentation. Develops and maintains the Commissioning Plan for each deployment, including scope, sequence, prerequisites, and acceptance criteria. Builds commissioning schedules and look-ahead aligned to installation, fueling, cabling, and site readiness. Defines and manages readiness gates from arrival and mechanical completion through load testing and handover. Leads commissioning safety planning, including LOTO/isolation, start/stop controls, grounding/bonding verification, fuel handling, and exclusion zones. Ensures permits, JSAs/JHAs, and switching/start authorizations are in place prior to start or load activities. Exercises stop work authority and escalation for unsafe conditions or non-compliant practices. Coordinates and witnesses mechanical checks for fluids, leaks, cooling, exhaust routing, and stability. Verifies electrical readiness, including cable sizing/termination, torque, phase rotation, insulation resistance/megger tests, and grounding. Manages controls and protection verification for governor/AVR setup, frequency/voltage setpoints, load sharing, and E-stop functionality. Supervises operational tests, including step load response, frequency stability, power factor capability, and endurance run. Coordinates OEM/vendor support and ensures configuration control for serial tracking, firmware, and settings baselines. Leads and directs multi-discipline field teams, setting daily expectations for task assignments and work packaging. Provides on-the-job coaching and technical mentorship to field teams. Manages team performance, providing feedback, recognition, and corrective action to maintain standards. Maintains staffing plans, including coverage, rotations, shift handoffs, and fatigue management. Leads onboarding for new team members regarding site rules, commissioning standards, and safety practices. Maintains field discipline, including housekeeping, tool control, and professional conduct. Serves as the primary field point of contact for commissioning with customers and utility providers. Chairs commissioning readiness reviews and daily execution meetings. Resolves conflicts and interface issues between trades, vendors, and internal stakeholders. Leads walkdowns and drives closure of commissioning punch lists. Ensures corrective actions are verified, retested, and documented. Delivers complete commissioning packages, including signed checklists, test reports, and as-left configurations. Coordinates O&M manuals, warranty start documentation, and training records for handover. Issues customer handover certificates and readiness for service documentation. Performs other related duties as assigned to assist with successful operations and business continuity. Qualifications Position Requirements Must be at least 18 years of age or older. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship. Successfully passes all applicable general pre-employment testing including background check, pre-employment drug screening, pre-employment fit tests, and pre-employment aptitude and/or competency assessment(s). Driver’s License required. Employment is contingent upon meeting company driving standards, including an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) in accordance with Company policy. Daily in person, predictable attendance. Proficiency in spoken English language. Education / Experience 10+ years of commissioning/start up or field engineering experience with turbine gensets or mobile power deployments. Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field required. An equivalent combination of education, specialized training, and relevant professional experience will be considered in lieu of a formal degree. Deep knowledge of generator fundamentals (AVR/governor, synchronization, load sharing) and temporary distribution systems. Proven ability to lead multi-party field execution and direct reports under high pressure schedules. Demonstrated experience in performance coaching and building field team capability. Strong working knowledge of site safety and energized work controls (LOTO, permits, arc flash). Preferred Qualifications Electrical license/credential or recognized commissioning certification. Experience with SCADA/telemetry for mobile fleet management. Experience developing standard operating procedures, checklists, and training curricula. Familiarity with emissions compliance and fuel quality management requirements. Skills, Competencies, and Abilities Deep knowledge of generator fundamentals (AVR/governor, synchronization, load sharing) and temporary distribution systems. Strong working knowledge of site safety and energized work controls, including LOTO, permit systems, and arc flash requirements. Development and execution of commissioning plans, schedules, and readiness gates aligned to site readiness. Supervision and verification of mechanical, electrical, and controls testing and operational performance. Leadership of multi-discipline field teams, including performance management, staffing, and onboarding. Primary field interface with customers and utility providers, including resolution of inter-trade conflicts. Management of punch lists, corrective action verification, and delivery of complete commissioning handover packages. Physical Requirements / Work Environment The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Employees are frequently required to walk, sit, climb, bend, reach, and squat or kneel. The employee works primarily indoors and will be sitting for prolonged periods at a desk. The employee must be able to lift 25 lbs. independently. Day-to-day environment may include hazards such as physical strain, moving machinery, loading and unloading, falling objects, and slip/trip hazards. Pad site work may involve exposure to hazardous materials, environmental conditions, and noise levels up to 85 dB. PPE is required and provided, including Category 2 flame retardant apparel, safety hat, steel-toe boots, safety glasses, ear protection, and gloves as role requires. Adherence to safety policies including Life Saving Rules is mandatory. Work hours may include early mornings, late evenings, and weekends as business needs require. EEO Statement The Company is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants and complies with applicable state and federal laws. It does not discriminate on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other protected status. English comprehension is required to understand health and safety communications, equipment knowledge, procedures, alerts, and effective communication with customers and colleagues. 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