Commissioning Manager

Commissioning Manager (Data Centres)

Our client is seeking an experienced Commissioning Manager to support the delivery of data centre/mission critical projects across the UK. This contract role involves leading commissioning activities from pre-commissioning to integrated testing and handover, working closely with client teams, general contractors, and specialist subcontractors to ensure high quality, safe, and structured outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Driving the commissioning strategy and plan for assigned projects/workstreams
• Leading commissioning activities across mechanical, electrical, and controls/BMS interfaces
• Developing and managing commissioning programmes, priorities, daily/weekly lookaheads, and constraints
• Coordinating stakeholders including clients, general contractors, MEP subcontractors, vendors, CSA/interface teams, and operations
• Overseeing pre commissioning checks, method statements, test scripts/procedures, FAT/SAT planning, and readiness
• Supporting/leading Integrated Systems Testing (IST)/end to end functional testing and scenario testing
• Ensuring commissioning is aligned with QA/QC requirements including correct installation, sign offs, redlines/as builts, and O&M readiness
• Managing commissioning documentation including test packs, check sheets, defect/punch lists, closure evidence, and turnover packages
• Supporting handover, snag close out, training coordination, and operational readiness activities
• Providing clear reporting on progress, risks, blockers, mitigations, and milestones to project leadership

Job Requirements:

• Proven experience in delivering commissioning on mission critical/data centre projects (new build and/or upgrades)
• Strong knowledge of MEP systems typically found in critical environments such as UPS, generators, LV distribution, switchgear, cooling systems, and controls/BMS integration
• Comfortable working on live project sites and influencing multiple parties across the supply chain
• Strong planning/programme skills; able to drive actions, manage dependencies, and keep commissioning on track
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Willingness and flexibility to travel frequently across UK sites, with some remote work as applicable

Desirable Skills:

• Experience with QAQC/Quality frameworks and structured test pack environments
• Background in either electrical or mechanical disciplines (or both), with strong systems/interface understanding
• Exposure to modular build/traditional build data centres

Contract Details:

• Contract Length: 3-6 months+
• Working Pattern: Mixture of site-based and remote work (project dependent)
• Travel & Accommodation: Covered as required for site attendance
• Start Date: Immediate

If you have significant experience in commissioning within the data centre sector and are looking for a challenging contract role, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic team.