Commissioning & Startup Manager 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 PlantsAttend 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 P6Ability to travel would be preferredEOE M/F/D/VEqual Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
