Program Commissioning Manager

Mission Critical Recruitment; Sydney; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Mission Critical Recruitment is seeking an experienced Data Centre Commissioning Program Manager to oversee planning and delivery of large-scale commissioning programs for hyperscale data centre clients. You will manage a portfolio of concurrent projects, coordinate delivery teams, monitor budgets and schedules, and drive consistent, commercially successful outcomes for demanding clients.

The ideal candidate has a proven track record in MEP commissioning with mechanical or electrical

Qualifications

• Strong track record of managing multiple MEP commissioning projects.
• Technical background in mechanical or electrical qualifications.
• Strong PM and organisational skills with understanding of delivery methodologies and project financials.
• Ability to build relationships with clients and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee portfolio of concurrent hyperscale data centre commissioning projects and ensure delivery frameworks are followed.
• Monitor project financials, schedule, and commercial performance to keep projects on track and profitable.
• Lead regular progress reviews, coordinate delivery teams, and act as escalation point for project issues.

Skills

Project management

Client relationship management

Organisational skills

Delivery methodologies

Education

Mechanical or Electrical qualification (degree/diploma/trade)

Job description

We’re looking for an experienced Data Centre Commissioning Program Manager to oversee the planning and delivery of large-scale commissioning programs for key hyperscale data centre clients.

About the role

This role is responsible for overseeing a portfolio of concurrent data centre hyperscale commissioning projects, ensuring effective coordination, consistent delivery, and strong financial performance.

Key responsibilities

• Supporting and coordinating delivery teams
• Monitor project financials and performance, ensuring projects remain on schedule, within budget and are commercially successful.
• Acting as an escalation point for project related issues, holding regular progress reviews, establishing project delivery frameworks and leading proposals for new business opportunities.

About you

• The ideal candidate will have a strong track record of managing multiple MEP commissioning projects, supported by a technical background in mechanical or electrical qualifications (degree, diploma, trade or similar).
• Possess strong project management and organisational skills with a sound understanding of delivery methodologies and project financials.
• Ability to build strong, collaborative relationships with clients, stakeholders, and delivery teams.
• Salary range $180k - $220k + super