- Location
- Scottsdale, Arizona, United States · Remote
- Workplace
- Remote
- Department
- Construction
- Seniority
- Senior
- Education
- High School
- Visa
- Not sponsored
- Source
- Greenhouse
Description
What The Role Is
Reporting to the Director of Commissioning & Commercial Integration, the Senior Commissioning Manager will implement an effective commissioning program for a Clearway Utility Scale Renewable Energy project. A successful commissioning program includes planning and preparation of commissioning trackers, assure compliance with testing processes and procedures, conducting safety oversight, and commissioning test report reviews. The Sr. Commissioning Manager will be meticulous, have strong leadership and communication skills, technical expertise, analytical thinking abilities, and mathematical and administerial knowledge.
This position will be Remote based with periodic site visits to various projects required.
What You'll Be Doing
Planning:
- Attend pre-construction meetings, review project Agreements, construction schedules, and coordinate with the Project Team on planning stage specifications and technical questions.
- Review and understand the project technical requirements found in the project Agreements, IFC drawings, applicable codes, standards, and specifications related to the Utilities, ISO’s and Offtakers.
- Ensure project commissioning requirements and deliverables are clearly defined and aligned with the project and company goals.
- Review installation manuals and submittals to understand the installation and commissioning process for civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical tasks.
- Attend pre-construction alignment meetings prior to all new construction activities beginning with contractor.
- Review Site-Specific Safety and Commissioning Plans and Lock out tag out (LOTO) procedures.
- Oversight of project based commissioning personnel and assignments
Stakeholder Communication:
- Serve as a point of contact for project-related commissioning inquiries, both internal and external.
- Coordinate communication between project teams, Contractors, Suppliers, Offtakers and regulatory agencies as it relates to commissioning of the project.
- Collaborate with the project team on First Build, Golden Row/Golden Tower installation inspections.
- Cross functional communication and support for project commissioning.
Documentation:
- Ensure Contractor documentation meets project Agreement requirements for deliverables.
- Build and maintain Commissioning test trackers for Contractor deliverables
- Coordinate with relevant stakeholders for review of test documents for approval or remediation.
Quality Control Support:
- Assist with quality control processes to ensure projects meet industry standards, manufacture specifications, and applicable code requirements.
- Attend Pre-Construction Alignment Meetings, First Build, and Golden Row/Golden Tower Inspections.
Compliance:
- Ensure installation and testing is in accordance with the project agreements, industry standards, manufacturer specifications, applicable code requirements, safety regulations, and that any necessary certifications are obtained.
- Ensure the appropriate test equipment is utilized by the Contractor to perform the task and tool calibration records are maintained and available upon request.
Continuous Improvement:
- Analyze data from inspections and testing to identify trends and areas for improvement.
- Collaborate with project teams to implement corrective actions and process enhancements.
- Maintain in-process lessons learned log.
Risk Management:
- Identify potential project risks and assist in developing mitigation strategies. Proactively address challenges to keep projects on track and minimize disruptions.
Health and Safety:
- Ensure all installations comply with relevant industry standards, codes, and safety regulations.
- Promote and uphold a strong safety culture in accordance with safety protocols and regulations.
- Report any unsafe act or activity to the Construction Site Manager and Site Safety Manager.
What You'll Bring
- HS Diploma or GED required
- 5-7 years of related experience
- Managing or commissioning of large utility scale projects and personnel preferred
- Knowledge of construction risks and safety requirements
- Proven commissioning management experience in renewable energy; managing direct reports preferred.
- Ability to read and understand construction drawings, specifications, and contract exhibits.
- Knowledge of renewable energy systems and components, SCADA systems, installation practices, and quality standards.
- Versed in industry standards, codes, regulations related to utility scale PV, BESS, Wind, and Substation construction.
- Ability to switch between and track multiple projects and tasks based on project needs
- Excellent attention to detail and the ability to identify potential commissioning issues and risks.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to process improvement.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, ability to effectively collaborate with various stakeholders.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications- Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Sharepoint, OneNote, etc.
- Understand tools and equipment calibration procedures.
- Availability to travel 50% of the time
Clearway will not sponsor nonimmigrant visas for this position (H-1B, TN, E-3, etc.).
The pay rate for the successful candidate will depend on geographic location, skills, relevant and demonstrated experience, education, training and certifications, and other factors permitted by law. This role is eligible to earn an annual cash bonus, subject to personal and company performance goals.
Clearway Energy Group is leading the transition to a world powered by clean energy. Along with our public affiliate Clearway Energy, Inc., our portfolio comprises approximately 11.6 GW of gross generating capacity in 26 states, including 9.1 GW of wind, solar, and battery energy storage assets, and over 2.5 GW of conventional dispatchable power generation providing critical grid reliability services. As we develop a nationwide pipeline of new energy projects for the future, Clearway’s operating fleet generates enough reliable electricity to power more than 3 million homes today. Clearway Energy Group is headquartered in San Francisco with offices in Denver, Houston, Phoenix, Princeton, and San Diego. For more information, visit clearwayenergygroup.com.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
Clearway Energy Group’s vision is a world powered by clean energy. Along with our public affiliate Clearway Energy, Inc., our portfolio comprises approximately 11.8 GW of gross generating capacity in 26 states, including 9.1 GW of wind, solar, and battery energy storage assets, and over 2.8 GW of flexible dispatchable power generation providing critical grid reliability services. As we develop a nationwide pipeline of new energy projects for the future, Clearway’s operating fleet generates enough reliable electricity to power more than 2 million homes today. Clearway Energy Group is headquartered in San Francisco with offices in Denver, Houston, Phoenix, Princeton, and San Diego. For more information, visit clearwayenergygroup.com.
Working at Clearway, Hybrid Together
Here at Clearway, we’re committed to balancing flexibility while fostering strong relationships with our teammates. We do this by prioritizing corporate new hires based near one of our offices in San Francisco, San Diego, Scottsdale, Houston, Denver, & Princeton. Our office-based employees typically work together from fabulous spaces on Tuesdays & Thursdays to collaborate & learn, build community, get to know one another, & enjoy company-provided meals & events. Our site-based employees collaborate in-person daily to keep our locations operating safely and efficiently while fostering strong relationships within their local communities.
Clearway Energy is an equal opportunity employer that values a broad diversity of talent, knowledge, experience & expertise. We intentionally foster a culture of inclusion that empowers our employees to deliver superior performance to the communities we serve. We encourage minorities, women, individuals with disabilities & protected veterans to join the team. Clearway is a proud promoter of employment opportunities for our Military & Veterans.
What We Provide
Clearway offers all eligible employees working 20+ hours per week a comprehensive menu of benefits: generous PTO, medical, dental & vision care, HSAs with company contributions, health FSAs, dependent daycare FSAs, commuter benefits, relocation, & a 401(k) plan with employer match, a variety of life & accident insurances, fertility programs, adoption assistance, generous parental leave, tuition reimbursement, & benefits for employees in same-sex marriages, civil unions & domestic partnerships. For more on Clearway benefits, visit our Benefits Website.
Notice to Applicants
Clearway Energy is strongly committed to a philosophy of equal opportunity and fully complies with equal employment laws, ordinances, and regulations for all applicants and employees. We will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to apply and compete for employment opportunities for which they are qualified. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
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Notice to California Applicants
Clearway Energy is strongly committed to a philosophy of equal opportunity and fully complies with equal employment laws, ordinances and regulations for all applicants and employees.
