Electrical Commissioning Manager
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onNorth 3rd Street, Central City, Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona, 85004, United States
About the Role
Innovation Consulting is partnering with a leading infrastructure and engineering services firm to recruit an Electrical Commissioning Manager for a utility capital improvement program. This engagement centers on an operating natural gas compression and storage facility in the Santa Clarita area, where the project involves the installation and commissioning of new medium- and high-voltage electrical infrastructure. The scope includes a new utility service connection, switchgear, power transformers, power distribution centers, load migration, and programmable logic controller (PLC) installations as part of an ongoing compressor modernization effort. Engineering is currently in progress while construction advances concurrently.
The Electrical Commissioning Manager will serve as the on-site lead for the electrical scope, managing the sequencing of pre-commissioning and commissioning activities as systems are turned over from construction. A critical function of this role is acting as the primary communication bridge between the electrical construction contractor and the owner's Gas Engineering team. Success in this position requires the ability to translate complex field conditions into clear, timely engineering-facing communication, ensuring that design decisions and schedule management are supported by accurate, structured reporting.
As a W2 employee of Innovation Consulting, you will be placed on assignment with our client. The initial term is estimated at 12+ months, with extensions through 2027 and beyond expected as the construction and commissioning scope advances.
Hiring Process
Innovation Consulting takes time to match candidates to engagements where their background fits the work. We review candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic. Candidates currently working in a project-travel capacity or those relocating to the Los Angeles area are encouraged to apply.
Work location
Work model: On-site
North 3rd Street, Central City, Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona, 85004, United States
Phoenix, Arizona
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleDevelop and maintain the electrical commissioning plan, including system turnover sequences and acceptance criteria
- check_circleOversee pre-commissioning and commissioning activities for medium- and high-voltage switchgear and power transformers
- check_circleManage load migration activities to verify circuit transfers are performed per approved procedures
- check_circleServe as the primary interface between the electrical construction contractor and the owner's Gas Engineering team
- check_circleTranslate field conditions and construction sequencing changes into structured engineering-facing reports
- check_circleFacilitate coordination meetings between the contractor, engineering, and owner's operations staff
- check_circleEnsure commissioning documentation packages are complete and accepted prior to system turnover
- check_circleParticipate in hazard analyses, job safety analyses, and pre-activity briefings for commissioning work
- check_circleManage the commissioning database to track system completion status, punch lists, and sign-off documentation
- check_circleDirect pre-energization checks, protective relay testing, and energization sequences while coordinating vendor support
- check_circleEnforce commissioning safety protocols and ensure activities comply with site safety plans and applicable codes
Requirements
- verifiedMinimum 5 years experience in electrical commissioning, construction management, or field engineering
- verifiedExperience with medium- and high-voltage electrical systems (5kV–115kV)
- verifiedAbility to read construction drawings, one-line diagrams, P&IDs, and specifications
- verifiedWorking knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E, and California electrical codes
- verifiedOSHA 10 certification (construction industry)
Nice to Have
Prior commissioning or construction management experience on natural gas utility capital improvement programs, compressor station projects, or utility substation work. Experience with PLC panel commissioning, including control wiring, terminations, and functional acceptance testing. Familiarity with utility service connection commissioning, including coordination with the serving utility for circuit energization and acceptance. Background in process safety management (PSM) or familiarity with PHMSA requirements applicable to natural gas facilities. OSHA 30 certification (construction industry). NETA certification or equivalent third-party electrical testing background.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleMedical, dental, and vision coverage
Similar Job Opportunities
Frequently asked questions about Electrical Commissioning Manager at Innovative Consulting Inc (ICI)
What does a Electrical Commissioning Manager at Innovative Consulting Inc (ICI) do?expand_more
In this Electrical Commissioning Manager at Innovative Consulting Inc (ICI) role, you will develop and maintain the electrical commissioning plan, including system turnover sequences and acceptance criteria; oversee pre-commissioning and commissioning activities for medium- and high-voltage switchgear and power transformers; manage load migration activities to verify circuit transfers are performed per approved procedures; and serve as the primary interface between the electrical construction contractor and the owner's gas engineering team.
What are the requirements for this Electrical Commissioning Manager role?expand_more
Innovative Consulting Inc (ICI) is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Minimum 5 years experience in electrical commissioning, construction management, or field engineering; Experience with medium- and high-voltage electrical systems (5kV–115kV); Ability to read construction drawings, one-line diagrams, P&IDs, and specifications; Working knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E, and California electrical codes; and OSHA 10 certification (construction industry).
Where is the Electrical Commissioning Manager role at Innovative Consulting Inc (ICI) located?expand_more
Electrical Commissioning Manager at Innovative Consulting Inc (ICI) is based in North 3rd Street, Central City, Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona, 85004, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this Electrical Commissioning Manager job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
Innovative Consulting Inc (ICI) has listed this Electrical Commissioning Manager role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this Electrical Commissioning Manager role?expand_more
Electrical Commissioning Manager at Innovative Consulting Inc (ICI) typically requires 5+ years of relevant experience at the senior level.
What skills do you need for the Electrical Commissioning Manager role at Innovative Consulting Inc (ICI)?expand_more
Key skills for Electrical Commissioning Manager at Innovative Consulting Inc (ICI) include Osha 10; Osha 30; Neta; PLC; Switchgear; Power Transformers; Power Distribution Centers; and Motor Control Centers.
What category does the Electrical Commissioning Manager role belong to?expand_more
Electrical Commissioning Manager at Innovative Consulting Inc (ICI) is part of the engineering job category on Recrutus.