Substation commissioning manager

Dovre Group is pleased to offer the following contract opportunity: Substation Commissioning Manager in Toldeo, Ohio.

The candidate must be located within 50 miles of the site in Toledo, Ohio.

Function

Steel Mill facility that has a substation feeding into it and they are putting in new 34kV GIS system. The client will be providing the commissioning oversight on a 3rd party firm actually doing the testing. 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 — the CxM makes sure it all gets done right. They’re part project manager, part technical lead, and part people manager.

Key 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.
  
  

Field & Technical Support

• 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
• Support remote jobs when full-time presence isn’t needed; visit as required based on risk and task type.
• Approve timesheets and ensure team is charging properly.
• Drive execution of safe, high-quality commissioning work.
  
  

Planning & Execution

• 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.
  
  

People Leadership

• Supervise commissioning engineers, technicians, and support staff on your projects.
• Provide check-ins, feedback, coaching, and training support.
• Motivate and guide the team through challenges and keep morale up
• Track performance and provide input on raises, promotions, or performance concerns.
  
  

Proposal & Client Support

• 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

• Bachelor’s of Engineering preferred.
• Required- 7 yrs’ minimum experience
• Previous Commissioning management experience on one or more transmission project preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of various relay and apparatus testing procedures
• HV/MV testing experience.
  
  

All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Offer

Dovre Group is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from anyone meeting the requirements for this position.

Information

For more information about the position above or working for Dovre Group, please contact:

Geanine McGrath

Recruitment Manager

[email protected]