Commissioning & Startup Specialist III

Hargrove Engineers & Constructors•San Jose, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is generally responsible for the supervision and technical direction of a Commissioning & Startup project onsite. The specialist can lead a Commissioning & Startup team onsite or work independently. They can oversee a team of Startup & Commissioning teammates engaged in the execution of CSU activities related to projects, ensuring total delivery of the services on time, within performance budget and meeting quality expectations. The position will execute project documents that have been developed, or review and give input to CSU execution plans. Work involves utilization of project controls for cost, schedule and quality of projects. The position will support the Project Managers in implementation of the direction provided by the Client. The position at times will be responsible for creating Commissioning & Startup documents and procedures for the client or the clients project. This work will be performed under the Startup & Commissioning Leader supervision.

Requirements

Field experience in plant operations required
Startup and commissioning experience required
Willingness to travel both within the United States and abroad. Estimated travel to be 60%
Willingness to take longer assignments at project locations
Possess a valid TWIC card or be able to obtain one
Ability and desire to learn a wide variety of plant disciplines including Electrical, Piping, Mechanical, Controls & Automation, Instrumentation (I&E), and Plant Process Systems
Will to Win. Exhibits a positive, enthusiastic attitude.
Ability to motivate.
Proven successful systems integration discipline management.
Possesses the innovative drive to ensure the continued strong growth of the Company.
Extreme attention to detail.
Knowledge and competency within CSU.
Demonstrated proficiency in complex CSU activities.
Ability to relate easily to others in the business community such as customers, suppliers, contractors, government, professional and trade associations.
Ability to handle stress with poise.
Mental toughness
Understanding of existing and potential customer deliverable expectations and preferences.
Ability to clearly communicate expectations and requirements to team members and to structure accountability.
Organization skills in personal and team issues.
Ability to set priorities.
Demonstrated leadership ability with team orientation.
Assessment of personnel through performance.
Coaching and mentoring skills and experience.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Excellent leadership skills.
Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office and other technology tools.
Ability to recognize personal deficiencies in expertise and mobilize needed assistance.

Nice To Haves

BS In Chemical or Mechanical Engineering desired but not required.
Registration: Not Required.
10+ years of experience desired.

Responsibilities

Lead by example in matters of safety at all times while at a client’s site
Develop detailed PEP’s (Project Execution Plans)
Develop pre-commissioning & commissioning plans
Development of startup procedures
Provide input at PHA’s and HAZOP meetings
Provide constructive comments at 30, 60, 90% model reviews
Provide constructive comments at FAT’s and SAT’s
Develop operator and maintenance training manuals and training programs
Develop certification testing requirements for operators and maintenance personnel
Lead training classes for both operations and maintenance personnel
Lead and or participate in commissioning & startup of facilities/projects
Lead and or participate in client PSSR’s
Assist clients with startup of plants/projects etc.
Participate in plant troubleshooting & optimization
Participate in plant turnarounds
Ability to speak to both client and internal senior management delivering clear and concise reports/progress