Commissioning Consultant 2 - Construction Management

Sargent & Lundy

87d • $142,710 - $215,440

About The Position

This position is expected to be a field assignment based out of the southern region of the United States. The location of the assignment can vary depending on the job and/or client. We do offer per diem for those that qualify. Significant growth in Sargent & Lundy’s (S&L) business over the past few years has driven the need to increase focus and investment in S&L’s Construction Management team. This team works closely with our external clients to handle every detail of their needs, as well as with our internal teams to make the projects run as seamlessly as possible. The Commissioning Manager will play a pivotal part in directing and ensuring the peak performance, reliability, and safety during the commissioning of our client's power plants. This leadership role demands a blend of on-site commissioning work, strategic foresight, and team collaboration to oversee equipment testing, system integration, and operational handover across our client's varied power generation assets.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 12 years of experience in mechanical commissioning within the power generation sector, with a demonstrable history of leadership and management.
• Comprehensive technical knowledge and expertise in power plant equipment, systems, and commissioning processes, including turbines, boilers, pumps, and auxiliary systems.
• Proven proficiency in commissioning methodologies, troubleshooting, and system integration, combined with strategic thinking and analytical abilities.
• Deep understanding of industry regulations, standards, and best practices related to power plant commissioning, operations, and safety.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with a knack for leading, motivating, and collaborating effectively across teams and stakeholders.
• Availability and flexibility to travel and undertake assignments across various locations in the United States as required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of commissioning engineers and technicians, coordinating greenfield, brownfield, and operational commissioning activities on mechanical and electrical equipment such as turbines, boilers, pumps, generators and related power plant apparatus.
• Drive the commissioning process, overseeing system testing, troubleshooting, and integration efforts to ensure smooth and efficient plant startup and handover.
• Collaborate closely with engineering, operations, and safety departments to plan and execute commissioning activities, ensuring adherence to project timelines and quality standards.
• Develop, implement, and enforce commissioning protocols and procedures to ensure a safe and effective working environment, emphasizing compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Monitor and assess equipment performance during the commissioning phase, recommending and overseeing necessary adjustments, optimizations, and upgrades to achieve operational excellence.
• Maintain detailed records of commissioning activities, system integrations, equipment performance, and compliance metrics for reporting, validation, and continuous improvement purposes.
• Provide technical leadership, guidance, and support to commissioning teams, plant operators, and other stakeholders, cultivating a culture of excellence, teamwork, and ongoing learning.

Benefits

• Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Back-Up Daycare
• FSA & HSA
• 401(k)
• Pre-Tax Commuter Account
• Merit Scholarship Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Corporate Charitable Giving Program
• Tuition Assistance
• First Professional Licensure Bonus
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Flexible Work Arrangements

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees