What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Manager - Electrical Commissioning position at NorthStar Energy Services?
About Us
NorthStar Energy Services, a Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE:PWR) company, is based in Channelview, TX and provides engineering, design, procurement, construction and support services to the chemical, petrochemical, pipeline, oil & gas, bulk storage and terminal industries throughout the country. We offer individual project services as well as turnkey EPC project implementation.
NorthStar possesses the skills and expertise to self-perform the design and installation of civil, structural, mechanical, piping, electrical, and instrumentation systems throughout a broad array of industrial applications.
Joining our team means being part of an organization that values drive and inclusion. We focus on career development and reward excellence, recognizing each team member's unique contributions. We're at the forefront of powering modern life. Discover how your skills and dedication can make a real difference to us.
About This Role
NorthStar Energy Services is seeking an Electrical Commissioning Project Manager to support extended work in data centers. This role is responsible for leading electrical commissioning activities, coordinating field execution, and supporting successful start-up of critical power systems in a fast-paced, highly technical environment.
The ideal candidate will have experience managing commissioning or field service projects involving medium- and low-voltage electrical systems, switchgear, transfer switches, emergency power systems, and related critical infrastructure. This position requires a hands-on leader who can manage schedules, coordinate crews and subcontractors, communicate clearly with customers, and ensure all work is performed safely, accurately, and on time.
Location: On project site in the Texas region
What You'll Do
Commissioning and Start-Up Leadership
As a Quanta Services employee, we offer a wide range of benefits to fit your needs.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.
NorthStar Energy Services, a Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE:PWR) company, is based in Channelview, TX and provides engineering, design, procurement, construction and support services to the chemical, petrochemical, pipeline, oil & gas, bulk storage and terminal industries throughout the country. We offer individual project services as well as turnkey EPC project implementation.
NorthStar possesses the skills and expertise to self-perform the design and installation of civil, structural, mechanical, piping, electrical, and instrumentation systems throughout a broad array of industrial applications.
Joining our team means being part of an organization that values drive and inclusion. We focus on career development and reward excellence, recognizing each team member's unique contributions. We're at the forefront of powering modern life. Discover how your skills and dedication can make a real difference to us.
About This Role
NorthStar Energy Services is seeking an Electrical Commissioning Project Manager to support extended work in data centers. This role is responsible for leading electrical commissioning activities, coordinating field execution, and supporting successful start-up of critical power systems in a fast-paced, highly technical environment.
The ideal candidate will have experience managing commissioning or field service projects involving medium- and low-voltage electrical systems, switchgear, transfer switches, emergency power systems, and related critical infrastructure. This position requires a hands-on leader who can manage schedules, coordinate crews and subcontractors, communicate clearly with customers, and ensure all work is performed safely, accurately, and on time.
Location: On project site in the Texas region
What You'll Do
Commissioning and Start-Up Leadership
- Lead electrical commissioning, testing, startup, and turnover activities for data center and critical infrastructure projects.
- Oversee commissioning plans, procedures, MOPs, checklists, and closeout documentation.
- Support safe energization, troubleshooting, and system verification for critical electrical equipment.
- Manage day-to-day project execution, schedules, milestones, and field coordination for commissioning-related work.
- Work closely with project teams, field technicians, subcontractors, vendors, and customers to keep work on track.
- Track materials, equipment readiness, staffing needs, and project deliverables to support commissioning timelines.
- Serve as a primary point of contact for customers during commissioning and startup activities.
- Provide clear updates on progress, risks, schedule impacts, and issue resolution.
- Represent NorthStar professionally in meetings, site walks, coordination calls, and project reviews.
- Promote a strong safety culture and ensure all commissioning work is performed in accordance with company standards, project requirements, and applicable codes.
- Review technical manuals, schematics, procedures, and test documentation to ensure accurate commissioning execution.
- Maintain commissioning logs, turnover packages, test results, deficiency tracking, and related project records.
- High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, construction management, or a related field preferred.
- 5 years of experience in electrical commissioning, field service, project management, start-up, or related critical power work preferred.
- Strong background with medium-voltage and low-voltage electrical systems, switchgear, automatic transfer switches, emergency power systems, or similar critical infrastructure.
- Experience supporting data center, industrial, utility, mission critical, or other highly technical electrical environments strongly preferred.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, technical manuals, one-line diagrams, test reports, and commissioning procedures.
- Proven ability to manage field teams, coordinate multiple priorities, and lead work in a fast-paced project environment.
- Strong problem-solving, communication, and customer service skills.
- Working knowledge of safety practices, quality standards, and commissioning documentation.
- Ability to travel 80-90% of the time.
As a Quanta Services employee, we offer a wide range of benefits to fit your needs.
- 401(k) with immediate matching and vesting
- Fully comprehensive benefits packages; Medical, Dental, Vision
- Your choice of PPO, HSA, FSA
- Short term and long term benefits
- Employee discounts on consumer goods
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.