RES Careers - Commissioning Superintendent

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Summary:

The Superintendent - Commissioning is a crucial part of the successful completion of a project. This position leads the start-up, commissioning, performance testing, and troubleshooting activities at utility-scale renewable projects.

Requirements:

* Leads and coordinates Commissioning Engineers, Technicians, Vendor Representatives, and Contractors on-site in completing all required commissioning testing for a project.

* Works with Project Manager and Construction Manager to verify all test prerequisites are met before the scheduled testing, ensure all necessary resources are on-site to complete testing as designed, and jointly develop Punch List before systems are turned over to commissioning.

* Observes testing in the field, ensuring all safety and work processes are followed. Answers any questions testing personnel have during the performance of tests.

* Reviews all test result documentation for accuracy, completeness, and passing criteria.

* Leads troubleshooting efforts to determine the cause of failed tests or site underperformance.

* Organizes site turnover and O&M documentation.

* Assists in establishing the project Safety Tagging, Lockout & Work Permit Program and ensuring compliance with its provisions.

* Interfaces with the Owner's Operations Department to schedule O&M training.

* Attends work regularly and punctually, as scheduled or expected.

* Complies with Employee Handbook, Code of Conduct, and Company Policies & Procedures.

* Leads meetings.

* Participates in template and procedure development.

* Trains testing personnel on test equipment usage and standard work instructions.

Safety:

* Presents, supports, and leads-by-example with a safety and quality-oriented attitude.

* Leads by example to show that safety is the most important function, ensuring that all employees follow safe practices while working.

* Accountable to continually reinforce safe behaviors and correct "at risk" behaviors.

* Adheres to and ensures all site team members understands standard operating procedures.

* Leads and supports the site team in technical, quality and safety, utilizing system in place.

* Follows safety and security procedures and determines appropriate action. Reports

* Ensures that safety is the most important function, follows safe practices while working.

* Reinforces safe behaviors and eliminates "at risk" behaviors.

* Reports potentially unsafe conditions and uses materials and equipment properly.

* Ensures Job Hazard Analysis (JHA's) occurs before scopes of work commence.

* Adheres to and understands standard operating procedures.

* Receives job- and task-specific training prior to work commencing.

* Follows technical, quality and safety systems in place and determines appropriate action.

* Follows safety and security procedures and determines appropriate action. Reports potentially unsafe conditions and uses materials and equipment properly.

Leadership:

* Fosters and demonstrates a workplace inclusive of creating opportunity, serving others, building trust, innovation, and exceeding expectations.

* Manages one or more direct reports.

* Participates in hiring and selection process to fill positions on the team.

* Communicates regularly with direct reports on goals, accomplishments, and information on policies.

* Demonstrates leadership and expertise in eyes of client group.

* Employee Development:

* Provides tasks and assignments that challenge and stretch employees' responsibilities.

* Conducts regular discussions with employee(s) on personal development. Comfortable with empowering others.

* Conducts timely, effective performance reviews in accordance with RES guidelines.

Qualifications:

* High school/GED is required.

* Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or equivalent is preferred.

* 4+ years of testing and commissioning electrical systems, preferably on utility-scale solar and energy storage projects is required.

* Ability to travel 75-100%.

* A valid drivers license is required.

* Advanced

* Underground and overhead distribution testing; transmission systems testing; single and three-phase electrical testing

* DC systems architecture and testing

* Utility-scale solar power plant design, operation, and testing

* HV and MV switching operations

* Lockout/Tagout programs and safe practices when working on energized equipment

* Intermediate

* Relevant codes and standards associated with the testing and design of electrical systems, including NETA, IEEE, NFPA 70E

* Field construction, commissioning, and start-up of renewable power plants

* Planning, supervising, staffing, and directing daily work

* Technical specifications and contractual documents

* Beginner

* SCADA control systems

* Operations and maintenance

* Root cause analysis

* Microprocessor-based relay…