Commissioning Manager - Data Centres & Mission Critical

HDR ICA ENGINEERING; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. is seeking an experienced Commissioning Manager for data centres and mission critical projects in Australia, with the role based in Melbourne or Brisbane. You will lead complex commissioning, liaise with clients, and mentor the growing commissioning team.

This senior position combines technical commissioning with project leadership, focusing on Level 0-6 commissioning, testing, and delivery excellence while promoting safety and quality across projects.

Qualifications

• Experience leading commissioning on complex projects, preferably data centres.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical building services.
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and mentor others.
• FWT/FAT experience and client/stakeholder management.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex commissioning projects and act as escalation point across projects.
• Act as primary client contact and provide advice on commissioning strategies, scopes, programmes, and testing.
• Lead commissioning planning, documentation, contractor and vendor reviews, factory witness testing and project handover.
• Oversee Level 0-6 commissioning requirements, including Level 4 Functional Performance Testing and Level 5 Integrated Systems Testing.
• Manage project programmes, resources, fee performance, forecasting and reporting.
• Identify new opportunities and contribute to tenders, positioning and business development.
• Lead, mentor and develop commissioning professionals.
• Champion safety, quality and continuous improvement across commissioning activities.

Skills

Project leadership

Client management

Mentoring others

Data centre knowledge

Willingness to travel

Education

Relevant tertiary qualifications

Green Star AP/LEED/CSA or LEED Associate

Job description

Commissioning Manager - Data Centres & Mission Critical - ( 197422 )

About Us

At HDR, we specialise in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. Our global team of more than 15,000 employees is united by our values and strengthened by our employee-owned culture. We collaborate across disciplines, leverage global expertise, and empower our people to create solutions that make a lasting impact.

The Opportunity

HDR's Commissioning business is continuing to grow, supported by a strong portfolio of complex projects across Australia.

We're looking for an experienced Commissioning Manager to play a key role in the delivery and continued growth of our Australian commissioning capability, with a primary focus on data centres and mission critical projects.

This is a senior opportunity combining technical commissioning with project and client leadership. You'll lead complex projects, work closely with clients and support the development of our growing commissioning team.

The position can be based in Melbourne or Brisbane.

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading the delivery of complex commissioning projects and acting as an escalation point across projects led by others.
• Acting as a key client contact and providing advice on commissioning strategies, scopes, programmes, performance requirements and testing.
• Leading commissioning planning, documentation, contractor and vendor reviews, factory witness testing and project handover.
• Overseeing Level 0-6 commissioning requirements, including Level 4 Functional Performance Testing and Level 5 Integrated Systems Testing.
• Managing project programmes, resources, fee performance, forecasting and reporting.
• Identifying new opportunities and contributing to tenders, positioning and business development.
• Leading, mentoring and developing commissioning professionals.
• Championing safety, quality and continuous improvement across commissioning activities.

What Makes This Role Different?

This is an opportunity to have an impact beyond individual project delivery.

You'll work across some of Australia's most technically demanding projects while helping strengthen HDR's commissioning capability nationally. You'll have access to HDR's multidisciplinary teams and global commissioning expertise while building trusted relationships with clients and influencing how projects are delivered.

What You’ll Bring

• We're looking for an experienced commissioning professional who brings:
• Demonstrated experience leading commissioning delivery on complex projects, ideally within data centre or mission critical environments.
• Strong technical understanding of mechanical and electrical building services systems.
• Experience leading and coordinating commissioning teams across complex project environments.
• Experience conducting equipment inspections and Factory Witness / Factory Acceptance Tests (FWT/FAT).
• Strong client and stakeholder management skills.
• Commercial awareness and experience managing project priorities.
• A collaborative approach with the ability to mentor and develop others.
• Experience working within multidisciplinary environments will be advantageous.
• Professional accreditations such as Green Star AP, LEED AP, CSA or LEED Associate will be highly regarded.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required.

Due to the nature of our project portfolio, Australian Citizenship will be advantageous but is not a mandatory requirement for this position.

Why Join HDR?

• Employee ownership – be part of an employee-owned company and share in the success you help create.
• Major project exposure – lead commissioning across complex mission critical projects.
• Leadership opportunity – develop people, influence project delivery and contribute to the continued growth of our Australian commissioning capability.
• Global TMT expertise – collaborate with HDR's internationally recognised mission critical and data centre teams. #LI-CG3

Required Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualifications (university or tafe)
• Green Star AP, LEED AP, CSA or LEED Associate – highly advantageous

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

HDR is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified and/or experienced candidates, regardless of gender identity or expression, race or ethnicity, sexual orientation, age, or religious and political beliefs. This includes encouragement for veterans.

HDR acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we, our clients and communities live and work. As part of our commitment to reconciliation and diversity, we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply. Join us in making a meaningful impact and contributing to an inclusive community.

Primary Location

Australia-VIC-Melbourne

Other Locations

Australia-QLD-Brisbane

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Posting

Oct 28, 2026

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