Commissioning Manager

Our client, a leader in utility-scale solar development, engineering, construction, and operations, is seeking a Commissioning Manager to join their team. As a Commissioning Manager, you will be part of the engineering and project delivery organization supporting commissioning, startup, testing, and turnover activities for utility-scale solar facilities and related electrical infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have strong safety-first leadership, a proven ability to coordinate complex field activities, and the drive to ensure projects are safely energized, commissioned, and turned over according to contractual requirements.

Job Title:Commissioning Manager

Location:Charlotte, North Carolina

Pay Range:$90000 - $145000

What's the Job?

• Develop commissioning plans and procedures that guide safe, compliant startup and testing for utility-scale solar and electrical infrastructure.
• Coordinate testing and startup activities, including energization planning and execution, to support reliable project readiness.
• Lead commissioning schedules and field-based commissioning activities, ensuring milestones are tracked and executed efficiently.
• Drive project completion and turnover by leading punch-list completion and coordinating performance testing activities.
• Ensure substantial completion and final completion requirements are fulfilled through structured commissioning closeout and issue resolution.

What's Needed?

• 5+ years of experience in commissioning, startup, utility operations, power generation, EPC, or related environments.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems and utility infrastructure, with the ability to apply that knowledge in the field.
• Experience leading field-based project activities, coordinating multiple stakeholders and managing execution in real time.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills to align engineering, construction, subcontractors, utilities, vendors, and owners.
• Ability to support troubleshooting and issue resolution during startup activities while maintaining safe work practices.

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to lead commissioning, startup, testing, and turnover for utility-scale solar projects with real operational impact.
• Work closely with engineering, construction, utilities, equipment vendors, and owners to drive successful project outcomes.
• Take ownership of commissioning plans, schedules, milestone tracking, and closeout activities from energization through final completion.
• Engage in regular project site travel and hands-on coordination that keeps your work grounded in field execution.
• Join a team focused on safe, compliant project delivery and long-term operational readiness.

Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Business Travel Insurance
• 401(k), Plus Match
• Weekly Pay

If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

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