Discipline Oil, Gas and Chemical, Mining, Rail, Infrastructure and Construction

Job skills Maintenance, Construction Management and Commissioning, Craft/Trade

Type Contract

Location Alberta

Commissioning Managers

Our client is proud to design and build projects and careers. They are committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative work environment that encourages big-picture thinking, brings out the best in their personnel, and helps them develop innovative solutions that contribute to building a better world together. If this sounds like a culture you would like to work in, you are invited to apply for this role.

Overview

The Commissioning Manager leads and oversees the planning, coordination, and execution of commissioning activities across multiple engineering disciplines—including mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, controls, and process systems. This role ensures that all systems and equipment are installed, tested, and fully operational in accordance with project specifications, safety standards, and performance requirements. The Commissioning Manager acts as the primary interface between construction, engineering, operations, and external vendors.

Responsibilities

Commissioning Leadership — Direct all commissioning phases from pre‑commissioning through start‑up and handover, ensuring alignment with project goals, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
Multi‑Discipline Coordination — Manage commissioning activities across mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, automation, and process engineering teams.
Commissioning Plans — Develop and maintain commissioning execution plans, procedures, checklists, and schedules.
System Readiness — Verify installation completion, system integrity, and readiness for energization, testing, and start‑up.
Testing & Verification — Oversee functional testing, loop checks, FAT/SAT, performance testing, and troubleshooting.
Interface Management — Serve as the key liaison between engineering, construction, operations, vendors, and clients.
HSE Compliance — Ensure all commissioning activities comply with safety procedures, lockout/tagout, and regulatory standards.
Documentation Control — Manage commissioning records, test sheets, redlines, punch lists, and turnover packages.
Team Leadership — Lead multi‑discipline commissioning teams, assign tasks, and monitor performance.
Issue Resolution — Identify system deficiencies, coordinate corrective actions, and ensure timely closure.
Client Handover — Deliver complete commissioning dossiers and support operational readiness and training.

Qualifications

Engineering Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Controls, or related field.
Commissioning Experience — 7–15+ years in commissioning roles, including multi‑discipline or lead positions.
Strong knowledge of HVAC, power distribution, process equipment, instrumentation, automation systems, and control logic.
Proven ability to interpret P&IDs, SLDs, control narratives, and engineering specifications.
Familiarity with commissioning software, digital tools, and QA/QC systems.
Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder‑management skills.

PLEASE NOTE: Only those eligible to work in Canada will be considered for this position and only those selected for interviews will be contacted. TRS is an equal opportunity company.

To apply for this position, please send your Word formatted resume to Wesley.stephens@trsstaffing.com. Please include the job number and title of the position in the application subject line.

TRS Staffing Solutions Inc. specializes in supplying engineers, designers, project managers, and other technical and professional services personnel to a broad spectrum of industries worldwide.

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, or any other criteria protected by governing law.