Commissioning Manager

Job PurposeThe Commissioning Manager will be responsible for planning, coordinating and executing pre-commissioning, commissioning, testing and successful handover of thermal power plant systems. The role will ensure safe, timely and technically compliant commissioning of BTG and associated Balance of Plant systems, working closely with Engineering, Construction, OEMs, contractors and Operations teams.Key Responsibilities1. Commissioning Planning & ManagementDevelop and execute the overall commissioning strategy, detailed schedules, procedures and system-wise commissioning plans.Establish commissioning priorities aligned with construction completion and project milestones.Coordinate system turnover from Construction to Commissioning and subsequently to Operations.Monitor commissioning progress, constraints, punch points and critical-path activities.2. Boiler & AuxiliariesLead/coordinate commissioning of boiler and associated auxiliary systems.Oversee activities such as boiler hydro-test readiness, chemical cleaning, steam blowing, light-up and initial firing.Ensure readiness of coal handling, fuel oil, ash handling and related systems required for unit commissioning.3. Turbine Generator & AuxiliariesCoordinate commissioning of steam turbine, generator and associated systems.Oversee activities covering turbine oil flushing, barring gear, vacuum systems, condenser, gland sealing and turbine auxiliaries.Coordinate turbine rolling, synchronisation and progressive loading of the generating unit.4. Balance of PlantEnsure commissioning readiness and integration of key BOP systems, including:Cooling Water / Cooling TowerDM & Water Treatment PlantCondensate and Feed Water SystemsCompressed AirFire ProtectionHVACCoal and Ash HandlingEffluent / Wastewater SystemsOther utilities and plant auxiliary systems5. Electrical & C&I InterfaceCoordinate commissioning of HT/LT switchgear, transformers, generators, switchyard and electrical auxiliary systems.Work closely with C&I teams for DCS, PLC, protection, interlocks, logic checks and instrumentation readiness.Ensure successful integration of mechanical, electrical and control systems prior to unit start-up.6. Unit Start-up & Performance TestingLead overall plant readiness for first fire, steam blowing, turbine rolling, synchronisation and unit loading.Coordinate reliability runs and performance guarantee testing.Ensure resolution of commissioning observations and technical issues before final handover.7. Safety, Quality & ComplianceEnsure commissioning activities comply with approved procedures, safety standards and statutory requirements.Implement Permit-to-Work, LOTO and safe system energisation practices.Ensure commissioning documentation, test reports and inspection records are properly maintained.Drive closure of punch points and non-conformities.8. Stakeholder & Team ManagementCoordinate closely with Project Management, Engineering, Construction, Planning, Quality, EHS and Operations teams.Manage interfaces with OEMs, EPC contractors, consultants and commissioning agencies.Lead multidisciplinary commissioning teams and ensure effective deployment of resources.Conduct commissioning review meetings and escalate critical constraints affecting project milestones.QualificationEducation: B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical / Electrical / Instrumentation Engineering from a recognised institution.Additional certification or specialised training in power plant commissioning/project management would be advantageous.ExperienceSignificant experience in thermal power plant projects, commissioning and start-up.Strong hands-on exposure to commissioning of BTG and/or major Balance of Plant systems.Experience of at least one large thermal power project from construction completion through commissioning and unit handover is strongly preferred.Experience working with major EPC contractors/OEMs in utility-scale thermal power projects would be advantageous.Key Technical CompetenciesThermal Power Plant CommissioningBoiler, Turbine & Generator SystemsBalance of Plant CommissioningCommissioning Planning & SystemisationMechanical / Electrical / C&I Interface ManagementDCS, Protection & Interlock TestingSteam Blowing and Turbine RollingUnit Synchronisation & Load TestingReliability Run & Performance TestingPunch Point ManagementPTW / LOTO & Commissioning SafetyOEM / EPC Contractor ManagementCommissioning Documentation & HandoverBehavioural CompetenciesStrong execution and problem-solving abilityEffective stakeholder managementAbility to lead multidisciplinary site teamsStrong decision-making under commissioning/start-up conditionsHigh focus on safety, quality and scheduleEffective communication and coordination skillsOwnership and result orientationPreferred Candidate ProfileB Tech - Mechanical12-15 Years of Experience in Power Plant CommissioningAn experienced thermal power professional with strong site-based commissioning and start-up exposure, capable of independently managing multidisciplinary commissioning activities from system handover through first firing, turbine rolling, synchronisation, reliability run, performance testing and final handover to Operations.