System One
Job Title: Commissioning Manager
Location: Toledo, OH
Type: Contract: Contract
Compensation: $100/hr +/-
Contractor Work Model: Onsite with portion being remote
Hours: 40 hours per week
Per diem: $155/day while onsite
Mob/demob: $500 each way
Start: 09/08/2025
End: 05/15/2026
System One is recruiting for a Substation Commissioning Manager to manage the start-up and commissioning activities including construction turnover to start-up; startup turnover to operations and final turnover to owner. This position will be providing commissioning oversight of a 3rd party performing testing on Steel Mill Facility that has a substation feeding into it and they are putting in new 34kV GIS system.
Schedule of this project:
Start date to October to February will work remotely
April until completion will be onsite
The Commissioning Manager runs the job. They own the testing and commissioning side of the project from kickoff to closeout. Whether it's supporting the field crew, managing the client, or keeping budgets and schedules in check.
Responsibilities
Manage all testing and commissioning activities for assigned project(s).
Coordinate the turnover from construction to commissioning and from commissioning to operations.
Develop (or Review) the commissioning execution plan, set up folders, checklists, task numbers, and documentation.
Track and manage progress using schedules, trend phases, and project deliverables.
Oversee SCADA checkout, EMS database updates, protection scheme testing, and initial energization.
Manage commissioning budgets, hours, and the chargeability of team members.
Hold weekly project calls and attend job site meetings as needed.
Act as the main point of contact for all commissioning-related work with clients, contractors, and internal teams.
Be on-site during T&C Execution and/or when needed: critical milestones, relays, apparatus, SCADA, end-to-end, energization.
Provide direct support to leads and crews — help troubleshoot issues, review test results, and guide execution.
Review and approve testing documentation, daily reports, and project schedules
Drive execution of safe, high-quality commissioning work.
Set expectations with project leads for budgets, schedules, scope, and quality.
Build and maintain the commissioning schedule in coordination with construction and engineering.
Lead pre-job checklists, kickoff meetings, and post-job reviews.
Track and follow up on RFI lists, change orders, and action items.
Ensure folders, drawings, redlines, and documentation are complete and organized.
Work closely with subcontractors or third-party teams — review plans, test results, and hold them accountable.
Help build and review proposals: scope, schedule, clarifications, pricing, and execution plans.
Lead or support kickoff meetings with the client and internal teams.
Represent the commissioning group on project calls and during construction/engineering walkdowns.
Support site visits, walkthroughs, and punchlist activities.
Requirements:
15 years commissioning experience in the power generation industry
Demonstrated knowledge of various relay and apparatus testing procedures HV/MV testing experience.
System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.
System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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Ref: #275-Eng Kansas City
System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, CM Access, TPGS, and MOUNTAIN, LTD., are leaders in delivering workforce solutions and integrated services across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible full-time employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.
System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Location: Toledo, OH
Type: Contract: Contract
Compensation: $100/hr +/-
Contractor Work Model: Onsite with portion being remote
Hours: 40 hours per week
Per diem: $155/day while onsite
Mob/demob: $500 each way
Start: 09/08/2025
End: 05/15/2026
System One is recruiting for a Substation Commissioning Manager to manage the start-up and commissioning activities including construction turnover to start-up; startup turnover to operations and final turnover to owner. This position will be providing commissioning oversight of a 3rd party performing testing on Steel Mill Facility that has a substation feeding into it and they are putting in new 34kV GIS system.
Schedule of this project:
Start date to October to February will work remotely
April until completion will be onsite
The Commissioning Manager runs the job. They own the testing and commissioning side of the project from kickoff to closeout. Whether it's supporting the field crew, managing the client, or keeping budgets and schedules in check.
Responsibilities
Manage all testing and commissioning activities for assigned project(s).
Coordinate the turnover from construction to commissioning and from commissioning to operations.
Develop (or Review) the commissioning execution plan, set up folders, checklists, task numbers, and documentation.
Track and manage progress using schedules, trend phases, and project deliverables.
Oversee SCADA checkout, EMS database updates, protection scheme testing, and initial energization.
Manage commissioning budgets, hours, and the chargeability of team members.
Hold weekly project calls and attend job site meetings as needed.
Act as the main point of contact for all commissioning-related work with clients, contractors, and internal teams.
Be on-site during T&C Execution and/or when needed: critical milestones, relays, apparatus, SCADA, end-to-end, energization.
Provide direct support to leads and crews — help troubleshoot issues, review test results, and guide execution.
Review and approve testing documentation, daily reports, and project schedules
Drive execution of safe, high-quality commissioning work.
Set expectations with project leads for budgets, schedules, scope, and quality.
Build and maintain the commissioning schedule in coordination with construction and engineering.
Lead pre-job checklists, kickoff meetings, and post-job reviews.
Track and follow up on RFI lists, change orders, and action items.
Ensure folders, drawings, redlines, and documentation are complete and organized.
Work closely with subcontractors or third-party teams — review plans, test results, and hold them accountable.
Help build and review proposals: scope, schedule, clarifications, pricing, and execution plans.
Lead or support kickoff meetings with the client and internal teams.
Represent the commissioning group on project calls and during construction/engineering walkdowns.
Support site visits, walkthroughs, and punchlist activities.
Requirements:
15 years commissioning experience in the power generation industry
Demonstrated knowledge of various relay and apparatus testing procedures HV/MV testing experience.
System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.
System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
#M-1
#LI-JC1
Ref: #275-Eng Kansas City
System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, CM Access, TPGS, and MOUNTAIN, LTD., are leaders in delivering workforce solutions and integrated services across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible full-time employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.
System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.