Mediabistro logo
job logo

Project Manager – Start-Up / Commissioning

Sideworx Connect USA, Houston, TX, United States


Department:

Operations

Reports to:

General Manager / Operations Manager

Location:

USA + International (high travel)

Job Type:

Temp-to-Perm

About the Role
We’re looking for a

Project Manager – Start-Up/Commissioning

to lead commissioning execution in the field and act as the key link between operations, engineering, and the client. This is a hands-on PM role—heavy coordination, fast decisions, and strong technical awareness.

What You’ll Do

Lead commissioning/start-up execution across one or more active scopes

Coordinate field crews, vendors, equipment, and materials to meet schedule

Participate in planning meetings, readiness reviews, and daily coordination calls

Manage changes in scope, prioritize work, and drive issue resolution

Ensure documentation is accurate (checklists, turnover packs, redlines as required)

Maintain strong HSE leadership: permits, JSAs, hazard controls, stop-work authority

Provide professional client updates and manage expectations on site

Required Qualifications

5+ years in oil & gas field services with

commissioning/start-up experience

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure

Strong written and verbal communication (client-ready)

Valid driver’s license

Willing/able to travel extensively (often

70–80% )

Assets (Nice to Have)

Engineering degree (Mechanical/Chemical/Petroleum) or equivalent field depth

PMP or formal PM training

TWIC, Basic Plus, First Aid (basic or advanced)

Experience with pre-commissioning scopes (flushing, blowing, chemical cleaning, testing)

Schedule / Working Conditions

12-hour field days are common; on-call as required

Physically demanding industrial environments; PPE required

Apply with:

resume + a short list of commissioning/start-up projects (facility type, location, duration, your role).

#J-18808-Ljbffr