Commissioning & Startup Manager

The Project Commissioning Manager is responsible for planning, organizing, and executing all commissioning and start-up activities associated with offshore EPC projects from pre-commissioning at fabrication yards to system handover and performance testing offshore.

This role ensures all systems are tested, energized, and handed over safely, on schedule, and in full compliance with client specifications, project design intent, and applicable standards.

The position requires multidisciplinary technical knowledge (process, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, control systems), offshore construction experience, and strong leadership skills to coordinate multiple teams and interfaces across engineering, construction, and operations.

The role reports directly to the Project Director / Construction Manager and works closely with the Client Commissioning Team, QA/QC, HSE, and Offshore Operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Commissioning Planning & Execution

• Develop and implement the Commissioning Execution Plan (CEP) and systemization strategy for the offshore project.

• Define system boundaries, subsystem priorities, and develop the Commissioning Matrix (System/Subsystem Index).

• Oversee preparation of detailed commissioning procedures, test packs, checklists, and pre-commissioning dossiers.

• Ensure readiness of utilities, test equipment, tools, and commissioning consumables.

• Coordinate discipline leads (mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, process) to achieve system completion in alignment with the project schedule.

• Interface & Coordination

• Interface between engineering, construction, procurement, and operations teams to resolve technical and schedule conflicts.

• Coordinate with the Client Commissioning Team (e.g., QatarEnergy / ADNOC) for inspection, acceptance, and handover stages.

• Manage vendor representatives for equipment commissioning, functional tests, and performance verification.

• Coordinate with fabrication yard and offshore installation teams to ensure smooth transition from construction to commissioning phase.

• HSE & Quality Assurance

• Ensure all commissioning activities are conducted in compliance with project HSE requirements, PTW systems, and isolation procedures.

• Lead pre-startup safety reviews (PSSR) and ensure all systems meet safe-to-start criteria.

• Validate all QA/QC records, red-line drawings, and inspection reports prior to energization or system startup.

• Drive a strong safety culture and ensure hazard identification and mitigation during energization phases.