Commissioning & Startup Manager

About the Role: Crossland Heavy is seeking an experienced Commissioning & Startup Manager to lead project commissioning of Water & Wastewater Treatment Plant projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in commissioning & startup, particularly in the Water and Wastewater sector. This role will be pivotal in ensuring the successful completion of large treatment plant contracts with a focus on meeting project schedules, adhering to safety standards, ensuring risk mitigation, & obtaining operational readiness. This position will report to senior project & division leadership. Responsibilities: - Lead the development and execution of commissioning and startup plans aligned with project scope, schedule, and budget. - Execute Commissioning & Startup of Water & Wastewater Treatment Plants - Attend daily morning coordination meetings with Electrical Subcontractor, I&C Subcontractor, & Crossland Heavy Team - Provide regular updates and reports to senior management regarding project progress, risks, and any potential issues. - Develop and maintain detailed project schedules for commissioning & startup, coordinating with management and other subcontractors - Direct the development of written procedures for testing, cleaning, functional verification, and initial startup of major plant equipment and systems. - Manage client, vendor, and subcontractor coordination for the startup of completed systems and oversee training programs and materials for process plant equipment. - Provide technical leadership and oversight for system integration, performance testing, and operational validation. - Oversee documentation of the commissioning process, including commissioning data, as-built documentation, O&M manual inputs, and design feedback. - Performs device loop checks per subsystem start-up packages. - Observe or perform required functional testing of equipment and systems. - Verifies equipment installation per design. - Prepare equipment and subsystem turnover documentation. - Supports plant operation during startup and initial operations. - Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing, to executive leadership, clients, and field teams. - Recognize the importance of client satisfaction as central to successful project delivery and long-term business growth. - Maintain a positive and solution-oriented approach to work, providing open and honest feedback across project teams. Basic Qualifications: - Four-year degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Electrical/I&C, Business Administration, Science, or other similar field of study. - 5+ years' experience in commissioning & start up. - 1+ years of supervisory experience. - Experience in the water/wastewater industry or applicable industrial construction responsibilities. - Proficient in interpreting and understanding technical manuals, drawings, blueprints, schematics, and diagrams. - Strong understanding of methods and techniques for maintaining and repairing water/wastewater plant equipment, machinery, and related facilities. - Proficient with Bluebeam and Microsoft Office, specifically Microsoft Word and Excel. - Experience using project management software such as Procore & Primavera P6 - Ability to travel would be preferred EOE M/F/D/V