Commissioning & Startup Manager

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MWH is a leading water and wastewater treatment-focused general contractor in the US with a rich history dating back to the 19th century. Fueled by the mission of Building a Better World , our teams are rapidly growing across the nation.

As a company committed to our team's well-being and growth, we offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for advancement, and the chance to contribute to a mission that shapes the future. Your expertise and ambition are valued here.

The work we do matters. The critical systems infrastructure we build changes lives, betters communities, and improves ecosystems. If you're passionate about this, we want to hear from you!

About the Role

MWH is currently seeking a Commissioning & Startup Manager . This position will lead the commissioning and startup of a wastewater treatment plant and future municipal projects. This position will be site-based; however, future projects may require relocation or significant travel. The ability to travel, including internationally, is required. As part of the Commissioning and Startup team, you will be providing commissioning services to allow the company to minimize risks and maximize profits on turnkey and engineering services contracts.

Essential Functions

You will report directly to the Commissioning Director and duties / responsibilities of the role will include :

• Manage execution of commissioning and startup of a water or wastewater plant.
• Maintain Health and Safety levels during the commissioning activities.
• Recognize that Health and Safety considerations are central to all tasks and contribute to ensuring a safe working environment for all.
• Report safety issues responsibly and participate in improving practice.
• Develop the commissioning and startup strategy for construction and commissioning sequencing.
• Manage commissioning and startup team of ten or more individuals.
• Provide mentorship, training, and professional development for direct reports.
• Work with the project team to read / interpret specifications for commissioning approach.
• Develop commissioning and startup schedule and budget for the respective project.
• Manage the development of written procedures for testing, cleaning, and initial startup of major plant equipment and systems.
• Lead the development of commissioning and startup plans.
• Manage client / vendor / subcontractor coordination for the startup of completed systems. Provide training program and materials for process plant equipment.
• Adapt to changing technologies and learn functionality of new equipment and systems.
• Assist in resource planning at project level.
• Manage documentation of the commissioning process, including commissioning data and as-built documentation, input to O&Ms and feedback to the design disciplines.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Recognize the importance of satisfying the customer as the key to achieving other objectives.
• Participate in the acquisition and storing of business and technical knowledge, and the use of those stored intellectual assets.
• Ensure your own continuous professional development by participating in external networking / conferences / associations / groups, to stay current on industry changes and innovations.
• To continue to develop personally and technically.
• Maintain a positive and solution-oriented approach to work, providing open and honest feedback.
• Undertake such other duties, training, and / or hours of work as may be reasonably required and which are consistent with the general level of responsibility of this role.
• In all internal and external contact, present a professional and positive image of the department and MWH Treatment as well as maintaining mutually constructive, positive and beneficial relationships.
• Take all reasonable steps to ensure appropriate confidentiality.

Basic Qualifications

Compensation

MWH Constructors is a global project delivery company in heavy civil construction with a focus on water and wastewater treatment infrastructure. With the ultimate goal of delivering maximum value to clients and their local communities, MWH Constructors provides single-source, integrated design and construction services through a full range of project delivery methods. Incorporating industry-leading preconstruction and construction services, the Company’s multi-disciplined team of engineering and construction professionals delivers a wide range of projects, including new facilities, infrastructure improvement and expansion, and capital construction services.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

Please note that all positions require pre-employment screening, including drug and background check, as a condition of employment.

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