Commissioning Superintendent

Qcells

$90K — $120K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum 4 years in major project construction, especially utility-scale projects
  • Commissioning experience with Solar PV and/or BESS
  • Proficient with Procore or similar project management software
  • Strong skills in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
  • Experience reviewing electrical drawings and installation manuals
  • Detail-oriented with ability to collaborate with clients and subcontractors

Responsibilities

  • Direct the solar commissioning team and subcontractors to complete projects
  • Support project planning and implementation of safety measures
  • Implement health, safety, and environmental policies
  • Coordinate resources to ensure safety and quality standards
  • Maintain commissioning documentation as per contract requirements
  • Ensure compliance with project scope and contract specifications
  • Coordinate testing and commissioning activities with suppliers

Benefits

  • Hybrid work model splitting time between home office and project sites
  • Significant travel opportunities (up to 50%)
  • Chance to work with cutting-edge solar technology
  • Be involved in large-scale renewable energy projects
  • Opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement
Full Job Description
Description

Title: Commissioning Superintendent
Department: T&D - Commissioning
Location: Houston, TX
Supervisor: Commissioning Manager
FLSA Status: Exempt
Position Status: Permanent, Full-Time

Work Status: Hybrid

COMMISSIONING SUPERINTENDENT

SUMMARY

The Commissioning Superintendent is responsible for overseeing general safety, productivity, schedule, testing, and commissioning of utility level solar generation facilities. This position reports to the Commissioning Manager, or another management personnel that the CEO of the Company may designate.

This is a hybrid position , you will work out of your home office and the project s ites. Working hours shall be determined based on project requirements and business needs, in consultation with the employee's supervisor . This position is expected to travel up to 50 %.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Directs solar commissioning personnel and/or subcontractors to achieve completion of the project
  • Support the project team with planning and utilization of proper means and methods for activities
  • Follow and implement the company's Health, Safety & Environmental Policy;
  • Coordinate and implement resources and activities necessary to maintain safety and quality
  • Create and maintain commissioning documentation in accordance with contract requirements
  • Assure that all work undertaken is within approved scope boundaries and is in full compliance
  • Coordination with supplier testing & commissioning teams
  • Identify testing required per project scope of work and ITP
  • Communication with engineering parties to meet commissioning requirements
  • Regular attendance, in accordance with company's attendance policy and supervisory assignment, is an essential job duty requirement for this position
  • Perform other duties and special projects, as assigned by Management


REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Minimum of 4 years of professional experience supporting the construction of major projects, preferably in the building of power stations or supply networks, or other utility-scale construction projects
  • Solar PV, and/or BESS project commissioning experience
  • Willingness to travel
  • Experience with Procore or comparable project management tool
  • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Experience reviewing electrical drawings and manuals of installation and design technical packages
  • Attention to detail
  • Ability to professionally interact with clients and outside testing agencies/subcontractors
  • Experience operating solar generation facility electrical equipment
  • Experience with energization procedures and operations of substation equipment


EXAMPLES PHYSICAL DEMANDS

  • Body Position: frequently remains standing and moving up to 90% of the time in a 8-10 hour work day
  • if operating equipment, be able to enter and exit equipment up to 90% of the time in a 8-10 hour work day
  • Move/Traverse: frequently bend, stand, stoop and/or walk
  • Carry Weight: frequently carry weight and/or lift objects (light to heavy) weighing up to 50 pounds
  • Stationary Position: frequently remains stationary up to 90% of the time and sitting up to 8 hours in a day
  • Move/Traverse: infrequently bend, stand, stoop and/or walk
  • Carry Weight: infrequently carry weight and/or lift objects (light to heavy) weighing up to 10 pounds
  • Hearing and Speech: frequently communicates with the ability to hear and talk on a regular basis with employees, coworkers, and all personnel matters; must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations
  • Sight: frequent use of sight to detect images on computer, office documents, and office objects near and far
  • Climb: occasionally ascends/descends on stairway to get to office upper and lower floors
  • Travel: up to 50 % as needed


LOCATION
  • Industrial construction sites and/or fabrication shop


EXAMPLE OF MOBILITY BARRIERS ACCESS TO JOB SITE
  • Uneven ground level
  • Obstructed pathways
  • Work performed at low and/or high elevations
  • Work performed in confined areas.


CLIMATIC/ENVIRONMENT CONDITIONS AT JOB SITE
  • Predominately outdoor climate
  • May be exposed to extreme hot or cold weather
  • Excessive humidity, rain etc.
  • Various noise levels caused by tools, machinery, equipment etc.
  • Potential exposure to chemical substances.
  • Work performed around hazardous equipment.


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