Commissioning Manager - Power Engineering

Commissioning Manager - Kiewit Power Engineering

Location:

Lenexa, KS;
Louisville, KY;
Cumberland, TN;
Tampa, FL

Requisition : 180257

Job Level: Senior Level

Home District/Group: Kiewit Power Engineering

Market: Power

Employment Type: Full Time

The Power Commissioning Manager will work under the direction of the Commissioning Director and report directly to the Project Manager while on-site. The Power Commissioning Manager establishes the culture and approach, prepares schedules, processes, and procedures for the entire Project Start‑Up (SU) team.

• Lead and enforce strict adherence to Lock Out/Tag Out Procedures (LOTO) and policies.
• Deliver a functioning asset to operations.
• Interface with Engineering, Construction and Client teams.
• Develop Project Site Specific Commissioning Manual.
• Develop and track Project Specific Plan.
• Ensure that all Environmental Health & Safety procedures are followed per Kiewit PROJECT SAFETY MANUAL and state/federal guidelines.
• Review and/or develop procedures specific to the SU activities.
• Develop commissioning procedure templates that are site‑specific per the scoped P&’s.
• Ensure all SU related procedures are developed for the project and followed by all assigned craft personnel.
• Read and adhere to Startup Administration Manual.
• Develop the SU business plans and commissioning activities within project plans.
• Oversee all required SU activities for each craft during pre‑commissioning.
• Oversee and direct SU operations personnel during the commissioning phase.
• Oversee and direct performance testing activities during the SU phase.
• Review & implement SU staffing plan.
• Maintain and update commissioning schedule.
• Execute turnover plan with construction.
• Manage and oversee the commissioning budget.
• Ensure all SU personnel are site‑specific trained.
• Attend daily/weekly and monthly construction and project meetings.
• Help prioritize Punch List items by system.
• Oversee sub‑contractor services as needed.
• Manage all commissioning records including accurate Red‑Line/As‑Built drawings.
• Manage sub‑contractors performing activities such as oil flushes, hydro‑lazing, and chemical clean, steam blows.
• Manage OEM‑Technical Field Advisor (TFA) support when applicable.
• Ensure a Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) is prepared.
• Report on progress, issues, gaps.
• Review, approve and direct daily operational plan during hot commissioning including pre‑start requirements.
• Prepare action plans to address gaps in commissioning schedule/plan.
• Track, review, and approve all Startup Lessons Learned, Condition Reports & Best Practices.

• Bachelor of Science degree in an Engineering discipline or similar field.
• 10+ years of CSU experience, including one previous assignment in a Senior CSU Leadership Role; preference for candidates with a minimum of 10 years on power projects.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of the various systems within a power plant and how they interconnect.
• Understanding of Flow Measurement, Engineering practices, design methods & calculations.
• Knowledge of PC, Windows, Office software and IT implementation background.
• Familiarity with industry safety standards and requirements.
• Ability to read, interpret and prepare applicable technical information.
• Knowledge and maintenance of PLC and PC‑based control systems.

• Work productively and meet deadlines in a timely manner.
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines; work overtime and weekends as required.
• May work at various locations; conditions may vary.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes top‑tier medical, dental, and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents; wellness and employee assistance programs; life insurance; disability; retirement plans with matching; and generous paid time off.

Kiewit is an equal‑opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We are committed to veteran and military hiring and will consider relevant military experience as equivalent to qualification requirements.