Commissioning Director - Mining & Metals
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Job Description
The Commissioning Director provides senior leadership and technical oversight for all commissioning activities on large Mining & Metals EPC projects. This role oversees the full commissioning lifecycle from pre commissioning through start up and performance testing, ensuring systems and facilities are safely transitioned to operations.
The position supports commissioning activities for major Mining & Metals facilities within Fluor’s EPC portfolio.
Basic Job Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED is required.
- Lead all phases of commissioning including pre commissioning, commissioning, start up, and performance testing.
- Develop and implement commissioning execution plans, schedules, procedures, and system turnover documentation.
- Collaborate closely with engineering, construction, HSE, quality, project management, and operations to coordinate system readiness.
- Oversee commissioning test plans, system checklists, punch list activities, and turnover packages.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to multi discipline commissioning teams including engineers, technicians, supervisors, and subcontractors.
- Identify commissioning risks and implement mitigation strategies to ensure predictable cost and schedule performance.
- Manage commissioning reporting, system completion tracking, and turnover records using project management and digital completion tools.
- Ensure commissioning activities meet project safety requirements, regulatory compliance, and Fluor work processes.
- Serve as the primary interface with client representatives regarding operational readiness, handover procedures, and acceptance criteria.
Other Job Requirements
- Ability to work on active construction sites including remote or international locations.
- Willingness to travel or accept extended project assignments as needed.
- Strong commitment to safety and Zero Harm principles.
- Ability to lead and communicate effectively across diverse and multicultural project teams.
- Comfortable working in dynamic EPC project environments with shifting priorities.
Preferred Qualifications
- Fifteen or more years of commissioning experience on Mining & Metals or heavy industrial EPC projects.
- Experience leading commissioning on major capital projects or megaprojects.
- Background in commissioning process systems including utilities, mechanical systems, electrical systems, instrumentation and controls, and integrated process facilities.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering such as Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical is preferred.
- Experience working with major EPC contractors; prior Fluor experience is an advantage.
- Familiarity with digital completion systems, turnover tools, and commissioning management software.
- Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish or Portuguese is preferred.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by governing law.
Benefits Statement: Fluor is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote employee health, wellness, and financial security. Our offerings include medical, dental and vision plans, EAP, disability coverage, life insurance, AD&D, voluntary benefit plans, 401(k) with a company match, paid time off (personal, bereavement, sick, holidays) for salaried employees, paid sick leave per state requirement for craft employees, parental leave, and training and development courses.
Market Rate Statement: The market rate for the role is typically at the mid-point of the salary range; however, variations in final salary are determined by additional factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, relevant years of experience, geographic location, internal pay equity, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.
Notice to Candidates: Background checks are carried out as part of any conditional offer made, including (but not limited to & role dependent) education, professional registration, employment, references, passport verifications and Global Watchlist screening.
To be Considered Candidates: Must be authorized to work in the country where the position is located.
Salary Range: $160,000.00 - $302,000.00
Nearest Major Market: Houston