Commissioning Manager

AKS Engineering & Forestry, LLC • Las Vegas, NV

11d • Onsite

About The Position

At AKS, we are growing and building for the future. We bring together multidisciplined experts across the land development, energy, and infrastructure markets to take on bigger challenges and deliver solutions that make a real difference. Our teams combine creativity, technical excellence, and a collaborative, hands-on approach to solve complex problems and deliver results our clients and communities can count on. We take pride in our work and our ability to provide opportunities for our teams, support each other’s growth, and look ahead to what’s next. When you join AKS, you will find opportunities to take ownership of meaningful projects, learn, lead, and make an impact from day one.
We are looking for a High Voltage / Commissioning Manager to support utility-scale renewable energy projects across the United States. In this role, you will oversee high-voltage and commissioning activities in the field, ensuring safety, compliance, quality, and coordination across contractors, utilities, and internal teams. If you enjoy being onsite, leading critical phases of project delivery, and ensuring systems are commissioned safely and correctly, this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on complex energy projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, renewable energy, or a related field.
• Proven experience managing high-voltage systems and commissioning activities, ideally within renewable energy or utility-scale projects.
• Strong understanding of HV systems, commissioning processes, and safety requirements.
• Skilled in field coordination, quality inspections, and compliance oversight.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple workstreams onsite.
• Strong communicator who collaborates effectively with EPC partners, utilities, clients, and internal teams.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Project, Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) and Adobe tools.
• OSHA 30 certified or equivalent safety training.
• Willing and able to travel 100% to project sites across the United States.
• Able to work independently, make informed decisions, and adapt to changing project needs.

Responsibilities

• Ensure high-voltage and commissioning activities align with defined project scope, contract requirements, and commissioning plans.
• Review and validate execution plans, including means and methods, schedules, safety protocols, environmental measures, and quality control procedures.
• Monitor field activities to ensure contract compliance, documentation accuracy, and adherence to quality standards.
• Maintain calibration records for tools and equipment used during HV and commissioning activities.
• Oversee system reliability checks for MET stations and SCADA systems performed by EPC contractors.
• Conduct quality inspections at key stages of construction, with a focus on HV facilities and utility interconnections.
• Identify deficiencies or non-conforming work and ensure issues are addressed promptly and documented appropriately.
• Track commissioning progress and production metrics against project milestones.
• Monitor commissioning completion schedules and verify that deliverables are achieved on time.
• Escalate HV or commissioning issues that are out of compliance or not functioning as intended to the Project Manager.
• Participate in weekly and monthly meetings with clients, EPC partners, and internal teams to address progress, changes, and field challenges.
• Ensure Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) programs are implemented and followed correctly.
• Participate in daily commissioning and coordination meetings across all disciplines.
• Provide onsite tours and walkthroughs for internal stakeholders, clients, and partners as needed.
• Promote a strong safety culture and adherence to best practices across all commissioning activities.
• Coordinate with interconnecting utilities to support successful HV transmission and substation interconnections.
• Manage logistics related to the delivery, staging, and installation of main power transformers.
• Collaborate closely with construction, commissioning, and engineering teams to ensure a unified, well-coordinated commissioning approach.
• Provide regular updates to leadership on project status, milestones, and key accomplishments.

Benefits

• Meaningful Growth: Whether you're just starting out or looking to advance, we offer hands-on training, mentorship, and clear paths for professional development so you can grow with purpose.
• Real Collaboration: Join a team that brings diverse perspectives together to solve complex challenges with creativity, curiosity, and a shared commitment to quality.
• Respect for Your Time: We value work-life balance and offer generous PTO and a supportive environment that helps you manage both personal and professional responsibilities.
• Benefits That Care: You’ll have access to health coverage that supports your total well-being, plus a 401(k) match, paid holidays, and more resources to help you thrive.
• Weekly Team Lunches: Take a break and recharge with your teammates, we believe food brings people together.
• Culture That Connects: We invest in experiences that build strong teams and strong communities.
• A Place People Love to Work: We’ve been named one of the Top Workplaces year after year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees