Four-year degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
Over 5 years of experience in commissioning and startup.
At least 1 year of supervisory experience.
Background in the water/wastewater industry or industrial construction.
Strong expertise in technical documentation, schematics, and diagrams.
Familiarity with Bluebeam, Microsoft Office, and project management tools like Procore and Primavera P6.
Responsibilities
Lead the creation and implementation of commissioning plans for water and wastewater projects.
Oversee the startup processes for Water & Wastewater Treatment Plants.
Conduct daily coordination meetings with subcontractors and project teams.
Provide updates on project status, risks, and issues to senior management.
Develop detailed schedules for commissioning and startup activities, adjusting as necessary.
Direct the writing of procedures for testing and initial startup of plant systems and equipment.
Coordinate with clients and subcontractors on startup activities and training programs.
Benefits
Comprehensive health and wellness programs.
Opportunities for professional development and training.
Supportive and collaborative team environment.
Paid travel for project-related assignments.
Engagement in projects contributing to community infrastructure.
Full Job Description
About the Role:
Crossland Heavy is seeking an experienced Commissioning & Startup Manager to lead project commissioning of Water & Wastewater Treatment Plant projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in commissioning & startup, particularly in the Water and Wastewater sector. This role will be pivotal in ensuring the successful completion of large treatment plant contracts with a focus on meeting project schedules, adhering to safety standards, ensuring risk mitigation, & obtaining operational readiness. This position will report to senior project & division leadership.
Responsibilities:
Lead the development and execution of commissioning and startup plans aligned with project scope, schedule, and budget.
Execute Commissioning & Startup of Water & Wastewater Treatment Plants
Attend daily morning coordination meetings with Electrical Subcontractor, I&C Subcontractor, & Crossland Heavy Team
Provide regular updates and reports to senior management regarding project progress, risks, and any potential issues.
Develop and maintain detailed project schedules for commissioning & startup, coordinating with management and other subcontractors
Direct the development of written procedures for testing, cleaning, functional verification, and initial startup of major plant equipment and systems.
Manage client, vendor, and subcontractor coordination for the startup of completed systems and oversee training programs and materials for process plant equipment.
Provide technical leadership and oversight for system integration, performance testing, and operational validation.
Oversee documentation of the commissioning process, including commissioning data, as-built documentation, O&M manual inputs, and design feedback.
Performs device loop checks per subsystem start-up packages.
Observe or perform required functional testing of equipment and systems.
Verifies equipment installation per design.
Prepare equipment and subsystem turnover documentation.
Supports plant operation during startup and initial operations.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing, to executive leadership, clients, and field teams.
Recognize the importance of client satisfaction as central to successful project delivery and long-term business growth.
Maintain a positive and solution-oriented approach to work, providing open and honest feedback across project teams.
Basic Qualifications:
Four-year degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Electrical/I&C, Business Administration, Science, or other similar field of study.
5+ years' experience in commissioning & start up.
1+ years of supervisory experience.
Experience in the water/wastewater industry or applicable industrial construction responsibilities.
Proficient in interpreting and understanding technical manuals, drawings, blueprints, schematics, and diagrams.
Strong understanding of methods and techniques for maintaining and repairing water/wastewater plant equipment, machinery, and related facilities.
Proficient with Bluebeam and Microsoft Office, specifically Microsoft Word and Excel.
Experience using project management software such as Procore & Primavera P6
