Contract CSU Lead

Target start date: January 19 2026

Contract length: 1 year with potential for extension

Location: Lloydminster SK

Schedule: Schedule: 10 hours a day 5 days a week.

Some OT may be required based off business need. Pre-approval would be required in advance of OT time worked. Additional expense info to be discussed.

Pay: T4 $83.72 - 102.13 /hr and IC: $102.09 - 124.55/hr

Position Summary

The Contract CSU Lead is responsible for planning coordinating and executing Commissioning and Start-Up (CSU) activities for assigned projects. This role ensures safe efficient and timely integration of new assets into operations while meeting Cenovus standards for safety quality and reliability.

Responsibilities

Commissioning Planning & Execution

Develop CSU execution plans schedules and budgets.

Review and prepare Commissioning Work Packages (CWPs) and system dossiers.

Coordinate multi-discipline commissioning teams and third-party contractors.

Manage commissioning stage activities including FAT SAT leak checks air blows purging and first fills.

Ensure all commissioning stage testing requirements are met and documented.

Project Integration & Operations Readiness

Coordinate SIMOPS for brownfield projects with maintenance and operations teams.

Oversee LOTO permitting and equipment loading into SAP.

Support creation of PM plans procedures manuals and reliability monitoring setups.

Facilitate operations training and onboarding for new systems.

PSSR & Punch List Management

Lead Pre-Startup Safety Review (PSSR) planning and execution.

Track and close punch list items in collaboration with project stakeholders.

Ensure all reliability and maintenance deliverables are completed for sign-off.

Turnover & Close-Out

Support walkdowns and deficiency resolution with Project and Construction Managers.

Ensure completion of all project scope requirements and facilitate Turnover of Care Custody and Control (TCCC).

Upload all relevant documentation to Cenovus SharePoint and update trackers.

Health Safety & Environment (HSE)

Implement and enforce site-specific safety policies and procedures.

Maintain records of safety and environmental training for commissioning teams.

Participate in audits inspections and safety meetings; ensure corrective actions are completed.

Promote Behavior-Based Safety and proactive hazard identification.

Reporting

Provide regular progress updates on CSU activities to the Project Manager.

Qualifications

Extensive experience in commissioning and start-up within oil & gas or heavy industrial projects.

Strong knowledge of CSU planning execution and integration with operations.

Familiarity with SAP PM plan development and reliability processes.

Proven leadership and stakeholder engagement skills.

Commitment to HSE excellence and regulatory compliance.

Working Conditions

This is a site-based role in Lloydminster SK.

Travel may be required to support project activities.

Must comply with Cenovus safety standards and site requirements.

Please email your resume and references to TJ at