Substation Commissioning Manager

Please Note:

** No Third-Party or C2C Firms**

* Must be able to work in the United States without sponsorship*

We are searching for a Substation Commissioning Manager of Renewable Energy on behalf of our client. This is a 1-year contract assignment.(W-2) To work on behalf of the project Owner as a Commissioning Manager on a portfolio of renewable energy (wind, solar, battery storage). This position is responsible for execution of assigned renewable power plant projects and teams as it relates to commissioning, start up and operational turnover.

Reports To:

Project Manager / Commissioning Director

Location:

Onsite at substation (location will be provided) Per diem available.

1-year contract assignment.(W-2)

• Responsible for ensuring commissioning activities for assigned projects are performed with high quality and adhering to all safety policies.
• Responsible for coordination and management of, EPC contractor personnel, OEM start up personnel, third party start up contractors, and operations personnel on site, as it relates to site commissioning and startup.
• Responsible for project reliability at operational turnover with plants exhibiting as little lost time as necessary in initial operation.
• Responsible for compliance with all projects contractual documents to include Power Purchase Agreement and Large Generator Interconnect Agreement deliverables with local utility
• Ensure proper interface is made with Transmission Operators and Independent Service Operators to ensure project energization dates are achieved.
• Management of Client’s onsite commissioning personnel
• Interfaces with project's designated safety, engineering, and quality control parties
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

• Electrical construction and commissioning means and methods knowledge including NEC and NFPA
• Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) integration and troubleshooting
• E&I controls and instrumentation installation, startup and troubleshooting
• Protection and Controls implementation and troubleshooting
• Drawing review quality control inspection and Progress reporting
• Computer skills Outlook, PDF edit Word, Excel, document control systems and Power Point
• Management of third parties and suppliers
• Management of direct report team members
• Schedule and planning understanding

• Self-starter with a high drive for quality, execution, and safety
• Must have 6-10 years’ experience in on-site project support for renewable power generation project construction start up and commissioning
• 3 years’ experience minimum working for an EPC in renewable power generation project construction start up and commissioning
• Proven track record and ability to interact with engineering personnel on highly technical issues.
• Interact with construction personnel on constructability, schedule, and cost issues as well.
• Proven track record and ability to multi-task and oversee multiple projects at once

We are committed to transparency and equity in all of our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $55.00/hr. to $60.00/hr.

Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities