Start Up / Commissioning Manager - Water/Wastewater Infrastructure
Parsons Corporation
Multinational technology‑driven engineering and infrastructure firm serving government and private sectors.
Lead testing, start‑up and commissioning of water/wastewater infrastructure projects.
6 days ago ago
$108,700 - $190,200
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Las Vegas, NV
Onsite
Company Size
19,600 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Consulting
Construction services
Project Management
Technical Services
Design
Architecture
Turnkey
Sector Specialisms
National Security
Defense
Cybersecurity
Intelligence
Transportation
Environmental Remediation
Urban Development
Geospatial Solutions
Role
Description
commissioning
start-up
testing
schedule management
budget monitoring
documentation
Coordinates with Contractor to ensure required materials and spare parts are ordered in accordance with contract documents.
The Start Up / Commissioning Manager will work closely with the Design Engineer, Owner’s Operations staff, Project and Construction Managers and the Contractor’s Startup Commissioning team.
Collaborates with the Project Team to create an overall commissioning system-wide plan/schedule.
Overseeing all startup, testing, and commissioning activities, including either direct participation in the activities and/or oversight and monitoring of activities.
Coordinates end-to-end tests with the contractor’s Start-up Manager and the Owners SCADA system programming staff.
Under direction of the Project or Program Manager, Oversees the development of a comprehensive Testing, Start-up, and Commissioning Plan for water and wastewater projects, while ensuring the work is performed in conformance with the project objectives and contract requirements.
Assist with coordinating manufacturers' services and their certification of proper installation and/or operation of equipment as required by the specifications.
Coordinates with the O&M staff to ensure adequate resources, planning, and constraints are included in the commissioning sequences.
Ensuring all testing equipment is in proper working order and has been calibrated to appropriate standards. Coordinate and oversee electrical acceptance testing.
Reviews Contractor’s Testing and Start-up Plan and Commissioning schedule.
Ensure that all tests have been completed in accordance with accepted testing procedures and contract requirements.
Coordinates and monitors commissioning project budgets, performance and utilization and provides periodic reports for management.
Review each project’s Contract Documents to ensure adequate language is included to provide Contractors with sufficient information for planning.
Working with the Contractor and Operations team to develop a comprehensive schedule for startup activities and providing regular schedule updates. The startup and testing schedule shall be incorporated into the Progress Schedule.
Participates in the creation, completion, and turnover of facility operations manuals.
Verify all piping and vessel hydrostatic testing and flushing has been completed prior to field testing connected equipment.
Liaising between the Constructor, Engineer, and Owner for all startup and testing activities.
Ensures all operating/maintenance/vendor documentation including reports, drawings, and specifications, are complete and accurate, and that they are handed over to the Owner as per project specifications and requirements.
Overseeing the development of a comprehensive Testing, Start-up, and Commissioning Plans for water and wastewater projects, while ensuring the work is performed in conformance with the project objectives and contract requirements.
Overseeing pre-test checks to ensure readiness for testing.
Requirements
15 years
bsc engineering
plc
ms office
commissioning
leadership
15 years diverse experience in the plant operations / maintenance / commissioning activities in a related industry with minimum 5 years at managerial level.
Strong communication, leadership, teamwork, and presentation skills.
Major water infrastructure experience.
General knowledge of Instrumentation, PID control and loop tuning, and Programmable Logic Controllers and industrial control network platforms and protocols.
B. Sc in Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical preferred) with experience in complex commissioning projects or equivalent.
Proficient with use of Microsoft Office Products (Access, Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook.
Strong problem-solving skills.
Knowledge and expertise in Commissioning Principles (incl. Construction Completion Requirements, Pre-Commissioning Requirements, Commissioning Requirements, Verification Testing Requirements, Performance Testing Requirements, Environmental Discharge Testing Constraints, Cleanliness / Disinfection Criteria Requirements).
Knowledge of OSHA Requirements (incl. General, Lockout / Tagout, Arc Flash Hazard Requirements (NFPA 70E).
Excellent functional knowledge and experience of all areas of plant commissioning, operations and /or maintenance technology.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
1944 Founded
Year of Establishment
The company was established in 1944 by Ralph M. Parsons in California.
$6 Billion Annual
Revenue Figure
The firm generates an average of $6 billion in annual revenue.
Free Space Shuttle Move
Notable Achievement
The company successfully transported the Space Shuttle Endeavour at no cost.
Over decades it expanded into oil, petrochemical, water and infrastructure projects across the US and globally.
It leverages digital tools such as AI platforms, utility data systems, and drone integration alongside traditional design and construction.
Parsons completed high‑profile projects like major bridge, tunnel, and transit works.
Specializing in transportation, energy, environmental remediation, urban development, industrial, and cybersecurity projects.
The firm has delivered hundreds of mega‑projects worldwide, including infrastructure in the Middle East and environmental cleanup contracts.
Culture + Values
Safety: We adeptly avoid risk through our high‑value technical and management solutions and a companywide, personal commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy culture and environment in all our offices and on each of our projects.
Quality: We’re on a never‑ending quest to improve our processes, services, and products. Our quality management systems ensure ISO 9001 compliance every time…
Integrity: Having integrity means that we remain transparent in our practices by openly communicating with each other, our customers, and stakeholders; that we prioritize the quality of every job; and that we do the right thing each time we’re faced with a tough decision.
Innovation: Through intensive research and development, partnerships, and rapid prototyping, we confidently provide inventive processes and unique solutions that offer unrivaled value to our customers.
Sustainability: We operate in accordance with best practices to deliver solutions while addressing environmental risk and minimizing our carbon footprint.
Environment + Sustainability
50% Reduction
Absolute Scope 1 & 2 GHG Emissions by 2030
Aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030, referencing a 2019 base year.
100% Renewable
Electricity Sourcing by 2028
A commitment to sourcing 100% of electricity from renewable sources by 2028, having started from 0% in 2019.
90% Reduction
Absolute GHG Emissions by 2045
Long-term goal to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 90% by 2045.
Net-Zero Goal
GHG Emissions by 2045
Comprehensive target to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across the entire value chain by 2045.
Purchased renewable energy certificates and reduced market-based Scope 2 emissions in 2023.
Achieved significant diversion of shredded paper and repurposed electronics in 2023.
Recycled or repurposed hardware units in Middle East offices in 2023.
Inclusion & Diversity
34% increase
Diversity Representation
The organization achieved a significant 34% increase in diversity representation across the enterprise in 2021.
33% increase
Women in Leadership
Women in leadership roles grew by 33% within the organization in 2021, reflecting progress in gender diversity.
50% diverse
Executive Leadership
The executive leadership team was 50% diverse and demonstrated a strong commitment to inclusion in early 2022.
100% score
Human Rights Campaign Index
The organization earned a perfect score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index for 2023–2024, highlighting its dedication to LGBTQ+ equality.
Created a DEI Council in 2017 to unify efforts around diversity and inclusion.
Supports Employee Business Resource Groups such as MILVET, HOLA, PRIDE Alliance, BELONG, PWR, SOAR, and FORCE to foster networking, mentorship, and professional development.
Recognized as one of Forbes' 2023 Best Employers for Diversity.