Project Manager - Start-Up / Commissioning

Sideworx Connect

Department: Operations

Reports to: General Manager / Operations Manager

Location: USA + International (high travel)

Job Type: Temp-to-Perm
About the Role

We're looking for a Project Manager - Start-Up/Commissioning to lead commissioning execution in the field and act as the key link between operations, engineering, and the client. This is a hands-on PM role-heavy coordination, fast decisions, and strong technical awareness.
What You'll Do

Lead commissioning/start-up execution across one or more active scopes
Coordinate field crews, vendors, equipment, and materials to meet schedule
Participate in planning meetings, readiness reviews, and daily coordination calls
Manage changes in scope, prioritize work, and drive issue resolution
Ensure documentation is accurate (checklists, turnover packs, redlines as required)
Maintain strong HSE leadership: permits, JSAs, hazard controls, stop-work authority
Provide professional client updates and manage expectations on site

Required Qualifications

5+ years in oil & gas field services with commissioning/start-up experience
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure
Strong written and verbal communication (client-ready)
Valid driver's license
Willing/able to travel extensively (often 70-80%)

Assets (Nice to Have)

Engineering degree (Mechanical/Chemical/Petroleum) or equivalent field depth
PMP or formal PM training
TWIC, Basic Plus, First Aid (basic or advanced)
Experience with pre-commissioning scopes (flushing, blowing, chemical cleaning, testing)

Schedule / Working Conditions

12-hour field days are common; on-call as required
Physically demanding industrial environments; PPE required

Apply with: resume + a short list of commissioning/start-up projects (facility type, location, duration, your role).

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Vacancy posted 4 days ago

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