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Job Description Summary
Job Description
Job Description Summary
At GE Grid Solutions we are electrifying the world with advanced grid technologies. As leaders in the energy space our goal is to accelerate the transition for a more energy efficient grid to full fill the needs of tomorrow. With a focus on growth and sustainability GE Grid Solutions plays a pivotable role in integrating Renewables onto the grid to drive to carbon neutral. In Grid Solutions we help enable the transition for a greener more reliable Grid. GE Grid Solutions has the most advanced and comprehensive product and solutions portfolio within the energy sector.
We are offering the significant role as “Commissioning Manager” in the “Construction & Commissioning” function to participate in this energy transition for Central Europe. Join us and enjoy playing a major role to enhance the Central Europe Construction & Commissioning function with fresh ideas.
The Commissioning Manager shall be responsible for monitoring of all commissioning activities of various projects under execution in GSI as per GE Quality, Construction & Commissioning & EHS Process and guidelines, provide critical commissioning cost related and other support to the bid management team for tenders in the region and will be fully responsible for coordination with customer representatives to ensure client compliance & satisfaction as per the contract.
The position holder reports to the Regional Construction & Commissioning Leader.
Mission description
In particular, the mission consists to:
Tender Phase (ITO)
Coordinate costing & scheduling of Commissioning activities
Lead the definition of contracting strategy ( sub-con / partner) and its development and application throughout ITO phases with support from EHS, Quality, Planning & Sourcing
Prepare tender documents related to Commissioning activities
Initially prepare and arrange to take possession of the site infrastructure and develop and plan temporary and permanent site infrastructure
Actively participate to project teams from feed stages all the way through completion.
Execution Phase (OTR)
Managing an international team of commissioning engineers
Responsible for preparation of staffing plan, mobilization of site teams & follow up of actuals vs. plan.
Monitoring, recording and reporting of the contractor work progress along with Site Commissioning teams
Implementing, Monitoring, recording and reporting of the Health, Safety and Environmental performance of the project site as per GE EHS standards in collaboration with Site Construction Staff
Set goals and objectives for the mobilized Commissioning Engineers
Liaise with design office for timely issuance of data required for preparation of site works (specs, designs, BOQ, material lists, …)
Prepare Commissioning documentation like ITPs etc.
Publish progress reports and provide key inputs into Project monthly reports
Manage commissioning related quality topics including non- conformance reporting and Return of Experience
Responsible for managing the risks and opportunities related to Commissioning activities
Monitor key commisisoning events, through sample inspection of these activities to check that the contractors are complying with the contract requirements and the contractors' project Quality Plan
Network & Links
Internal: Project Management, EHS, Quality, Finance, Tendering, HR
External: Local utility, Client, Contractors & Suppliers
Candidate requirements
Skills / Qualifications
An appropriate qualification in Electrical Engineering with 5-10 years of work experience would be advantageous but equivalent experience in Commissioning Management is also feasible.
Have appropriate health and safety experience, trainings and qualifications in line with international standards for roles of this nature to be able to identify and stop unsafe works.
Experience
Previous experience of undertaking the role of Commissioning Manager on a large Substation Project. Experience for project execution in Asia would be an advantage but is not essential.
Have previous experience in commissioning of key elements of the project including, but not limited to the following:
HVDC valve system
High voltage switchgear (up to 400kV)
Power transformers
Instrument transformers
Medium voltage switchgear
Reactive compensation equipment
Power and control cabling
Protection systems
SCADA systems
Earthing systems
Fibre optic cabling and systems
Site telecoms systems
LV power systems and auxiliary equipment
Grid connection interface works
Electrical HV safety rules & safe systems of work
Knowledge/ Other
Be knowledgeable on international standards and 'best practice' in relation to commissioning
Be knowledgeable on the key applicable standards and specifications associated with the commissioning works applicable for countries in the region
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
Ability to be proactive and recommend and approve corrective actions if required
Will be required to travel frequently across the region and Asia to various project sites with presence on site during execution phase.
Fit for offshore missions
Ability to work remotely but integrate with the GE’s wider team
Ability to communicate effectively and to accurately and concisely report both verbally and in writing
What we offer
Working in a growing international team within Grid Systems Integration with extensive development opportunities.
A key role in a dynamic, international working environment with a large degree of flexibility of work arrangements
Competitive benefits.
Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
#LI-Remote - This is a remote position