Commissioning Manager

Job Category: Power Systems/PSD Rental Operations

Requisition Number: COMMI
006666

• Full-Time

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San Jose, CA, USA

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Job Title: Commissioning Manager

Location: San Jose, California

Starting Compensation Range: $89,000 - $115,000 per year

What You’ll Do:

• Review project specifications and prepare work plan to prepare for equipment start-up within determined time frame
• Prepare project timeline using Gantt, Pert, or other similar project scheduling method to outline milestones for completion of start-ups
• Manage delivery of equipment to job sites and ensure everything is installed correctly, or stored in a manner where equipment will remain damage free
• Document status of job sites prior to and during start-up;
  Generate reports for customers showing progress, including photographs of installed equipment, and especially incomplete work or damaged items
• Submit status reports to customers on a weekly basis, or more frequently as circumstances dictate
• Submit status reports to CMCo Project Manager, including requests related to schedule or plan modifications
• Supervise installation, start-up, and testing of equipment, including serving in Lead role to CMCo technicians on customer sites and Start-Up Managers;
  Assist customers and/or CMCo technicians in troubleshooting operational problems/issues in field
• Act as liaison between customer and CMCo Project Manager and/or CMCo technicians;
  Respond to inquiries related to installation of equipment;
  Work in coordination with CMCo Project Manager to resolve any problems/issues
• Attend all meetings as required by the site or CMCo Project Managers
• Keep abreast of current products:
  Generator Sets, Transfer Switches, Switchgear, UPS, and other similar products
• Work in coordination with team to achieve Continuous Improvement goals and objectives
• Perform various other duties as assigned

What We’re Looking For:

• Minimum of three years’ experience in construction management, preferred
• Previous experience managing the installation of mechanical and electrical equipment, preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent, required
• General understanding of installation of mechanical and electrical equipment
• Excellent time management and organizational skills required
• Detail oriented
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent presentation skills
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills
• Valid driver’s license
• Excellent driving record
• Willingness to travel and work hours as required to meet customer needs
• Demonstrated skills and experience in mediation and negotiation

What Success Looks Like In This Role:

• Managing multiple start-up sites at one time
• Reading wiring diagrams and layout drawings
• Understanding and responding to questions related to submittals and specifications
• Functioning in a fast-paced environment
• Coordinating multiple competing tasks and demands
• Working well with multiple disciplines such as project managers, contractors, engineers, and end users
• Promoting a positive customer experience
• Upholding the Core Values of Integrity, Commitment, Excellence and Teamwork by embracing The Carter Way

Physical Requirements:

• Regularly required to stand; walk and talk or hear
• Frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or…