Substation Commissioning Manager

Substation Commissioning Manager Contract Position | Onsite at Project Substation | Travel Required Overview Our client is a leading renewable energy organization seeking an experienced Substation Commissioning Manager to support utility-scale wind, solar, and battery storage projects. Acting as the Owners representative, this role is responsible for the safe and high-quality execution of commissioning, startup, and operational turnover activities. This position is ideal for a hands-on leader with strong technical depth, EPC coordination experience, and a proven track record delivering reliable renewable power projects. Key Responsibilities Lead and oversee commissioning activities for assigned renewable energy projects Coordinate EPC contractors, OEM startup teams, third-party vendors, and operations personnel on site Ensure all work adheres to company safety policies and quality standards Support plant reliability at operational turnover, minimizing early-life performance issues Manage compliance with project contractual requirements including PPA and interconnection deliverables Interface with Transmission Operators and ISOs to support successful project energization Oversee onsite commissioning personnel and direct report team members Perform drawing reviews, quality inspections, and progress reporting Partner with safety, engineering, and quality teams to resolve technical issues Manage schedules, planning activities, and multi-project priorities Required Qualifications Minimum 5 years of onsite commissioning/startup experience in renewable power generation Minimum 3 years of EPC experience supporting renewable construction and commissioning Strong knowledge of electrical construction and commissioning methods (NEC and NFPA) Hands-on experience with: SCADA integration and troubleshooting Protection and Controls implementation E&I controls and instrumentation startup Drawing review and quality control Proven ability to manage contractors, suppliers, and direct reports Strong computer skills including Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and document control systems Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously Preferred Profile Self-starter with strong ownership mindset High focus on safety, quality, and execution Strong communicator across engineering and construction teams Experience working as Owners representative highly valued