Power Plant Commissioning Manager

Role summary / purpose Responsible for coordinating and managing construction work performed by contractors and/or vendors at the project site. Acts as a critical bridge between field operations and customer leadership, ensuring construction crews and project stakeholders remain aligned. Key responsibilities • Assess productivity, schedule compliance, work quality, and safety performance on the project • Manage walk downs of planned work and validate acceptance of completed work to design requirements • Approve contractor payment requests and verify constructability • Ensure proper resource allocations and assess field status • Manage scope control, budget oversight, performance reporting, and schedules • Provide leadership and coaching to Construction Supervisors and supplemental workforce • Communicate departmental, station, and division goals • Address logistical challenges and resolve conflicts • Survey and observe contractor Safety, Health, and Environment (SHE) practices; provide coaching, direction and corrective action as needed • Lead commissioning projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory and safety requirements • Coordinate with engineering and construction teams to implement commissioning plans • Oversee system testing, troubleshooting, and quality assurance • Manage contractor performance and ensure adherence to project timelines • Resolve operational issues that arise during the commissioning phase Requirements – education & experience • Associate degree or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Power Generation, or a related field (or equivalent experience) • 6 - 10 years of experience in power plant commissioning, working with EPC Contractors, engineering firms, and equipment suppliers Required skills • Strong understanding of engineering principles related to power plant commissioning