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Commissioning Turnover Coordinator
Location:Â Glastonbury, CT
Employment Type:Â Full-Time, In-person
Timing: Immediate
Position Overview
Gemma Power Systems is currently seeking a full-time Commissioning Turnover Coordinator to join us at our home office in CT. In this role, you will be a part of our multidisciplinary commissioning team, performing pre-energization and the energized checkout of all plant equipment. The Commissioning Turnover Coordinator is a vital part of this team and will be responsible for ensuring that all the system turnover processes are conducted in a diligent and organized manner. The Commissioning Turnover Coordinator will primarily work with their assigned project’s commissioning team and will report directly to the Project Commissioning Manager.
We are looking for an individual with prior experience working on simple-cycle, combined-cycle, or other large-scale power projects. The ideal candidate will possess a strong commitment to ethics & integrity, excellent communication skills, the ability to work independently or in a group to meet deadlines, an unwavering commitment to quality & safety, and a rigorous work ethic.
Primary Roles & Responsibilities
- Leads the turnover process, under the guidance of the Project Commissioning Manager (PCM).
- Ensures that the requirements of QIP-19 and CQP-17 are adhered to.
- Identifies system boundaries through scoped drawing and markups of selected engineering drawings.
- Works with the Engineer of Record (EOR) and Gemma’s field engineers to affirm that key equipment listings include system designations to ensure that construction teams sufficiently understand system assignments for all equipment.
- Screens construction turnover documentation and works with their construction counterparts to ensure sufficient documentation is provided. This includes documentation needed for due diligence required prior to system energization.
- Participates in meetings as required, and leads turnover-related meetings under the direction of the PCM. Actively follows the progress of construction & commissioning to ensure awareness of punchlist items.
- Maintains & distributes the project punchlist, including walkdown organization, scribing during walkdowns, reporting, and discipline updates.
- Maintains effective communication with commissioning leads, commissioning craft support, manufacturer technical field advisors, subcontractors, and the Owner’s operators.
- Utilizes insight and experience by providing recommendations on strategy, best practices on commissioning, and operational issues.
- Conducts commissioning activities in accordance with project safety policies, manufacturer guidelines, engineering drawings, specifications, codes, standards, and company guidelines.
- Collects & catalogs supplier TFA reports. Identifies open items on reports and seeks documentation of closure.
- Ensures that all required commissioning turnover documents are uploaded to the electronic document archive.
- Supports the development of and is knowledgeable in detailed equipment/system commissioning plans.
- Develops & maintains all equipment inspection and maintenance logs/reports.
- Participates in the On-the-Job Training (OJT) of client personnel.
- Participates in the Gemma process improvement program or lessons learned.
- Produces daily activity reports as required.
- Oversees craft labor in the execution of commissioning support activities.
The above job responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position. The above list is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required.
Desired Experience & Qualifications
- 5+ years of commissioning experience with power plants, renewable energy projects, and/or large-scale industrial facilities.
- 4-year degree in engineering or another construction-related field is preferred but not required.
- Ability to read & understand a project schedule.
- Ability to read & understand P&IDs and electrical onelines.
- Previous experience in leading system walkdowns and punchlisting is desired.
- Previous experience in overseeing system turnover is preferred.
- Intermediate computer skills, particularly in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
- Highly motivated with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiative.
- Strong written & verbal communication skills.
- Relentless dedication to both quality & safety.
- Formidable problem-solving & analytical skills.
- Able to work productively both independently and when collaborating with others.
- Capable of multi-tasking and handling competing priorities when needed.
Physical Demands & Work Environment
- Extensive travel, including time at project sites and manufacturer shops.
- Must be comfortable with frequently standing or moving around a heavy construction environment.
- Exposure to loud noise, rugged or uneven environments, and varying weather conditions, including extreme heat or cold.
Gemma Benefits
- Advancement and Growth Opportunities
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Comprehensive Nationwide Health and Welfare Benefits
- Company-Sponsored Events
- Financial Planning and Savings Resources
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
- Paid Holidays
- Work-Life Balance
About Gemma Power Systems:
Gemma Power Systems, a wholly owned subsidiary of Argan Inc. (NYSE: AGX), is a leading Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) company providing innovative solutions for the power, renewable and industrial industry. Our wide-ranging and comprehensive experience comprises more than 15 GW installed capacity including state-of-the-art combined cycle and simple cycle gas turbine plants, biomass projects, solar facilities, wind farms, biofuel plants, industrial and environmental facilities spanning the continental United States.
Additional information about Gemma Power Systems can be found at www.gemmapower.com.
Gemma Power Systems is an equal opportunity employer. Employment and promotional opportunities are based upon individual capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected classification as established under federal, state, or local law.
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