Commissioning Manager

GE Vernova

Commissioning Manager leading commissioning execution for GE Vernova’s Combined Cycle and Aeroderivative Power Plants. Managing teams, schedules, costs, safety, quality, and customer turnover.

Posted 8/19/2026full-timeRemote • New York, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $114,100 - $190,200 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in commissioning execution strategies for Combined Cycle Power Plants (CCPP) and Aeroderivative Power Plants, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards while effectively managing project timelines and budgets.

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Commissioning ExperienceProject Management SkillsAnalytical Problem-SolvingTeam LeadershipQuality Compliance

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Hard Skills

Commissioning ExecutionProject SchedulingCost ManagementTechnical Problem AnalysisQuality InspectionsContractual Test CoordinationSystem Turnover ProceduresEHS ComplianceEnvironmental MeasuresDocumentation and Planning

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsTeam PlayerMotivational SkillsInfluence and PersuasionConsensus Building

Industry Keywords

Combined Cycle Power PlantsAeroderivative Power PlantsCommissioning ManagerPre-CommissioningSafety InstructionsLocal RegulationsQuality RecordsRisk MitigationContract AdequacySite EHS Plan

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, manage, and deliver the means and methods of the commissioning execution strategy, schedule, and cost
Ensure project milestones are achieved on time and within budget
Ensure activities comply with the site EHS plan and defined safe systems of work
Coordinate contractual tests with the customer and ensure contract adequacy
Turn over systems to the customer without defects and follow up on punch-list items
Manage, assess, supervise, support, and promote commissioning personnel
Ensure quality compliance by delegating responsibilities, completing required inspections, tests, and witness points, and obtaining or producing quality records
Perform commissioning according to specifications, engineering and commissioning documents, safety instructions, environmental measures, and local regulations
Accept system turnover from construction to commissioning and execute turnover from commissioning to the customer according to procedures and contract
Manage, perform, coordinate, and monitor commissioning of systems within scope according to schedule, contract, and coordination with the Site Manager, project management, and customer
Review project risks and follow up on mitigation planning and execution
Identify and analyze technical problems, monitor defects, find solutions, obtain technical support, and report problems
Act as a resource for less-experienced colleagues
Lead small, low-risk projects and help bring team members to consensus
Convey performance expectations and handle sensitive issues

Requirements

What you’ll need

Commissioning experience and knowledge on Combined Cycle Power Plants (CCPP) and Aeroderivative Power Plants
Experience leading a team of supervisors and technicians in pre-commissioning and commissioning execution
Strong analytical and problem-solving capability
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or related field from an accredited university or college, or a high school diploma/GED with at least 10 years of commissioning experience
Willingness to travel worldwide for long-term assignments
Strong oral and written communication skills
Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems
Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs
Established project management skills
Experience holding a Commissioning Manager role for CCPP or other power plant types
Strong team-player and motivational skills with influence and persuasion
Legally authorized to work in the United States
Successful completion of a drug screen, as applicable

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan
Tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions
Access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
Tuition assistance
Adoption assistance
Paid parental leave
Disability benefits
Life insurance
12 paid holidays
Permissive time off
Professional development
Relocation assistance not provided
Discretionary annual bonus eligibility