Commissioning Project Lead

Global Commissioning Limited; Helsinki; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20 days holiday plus bank holidays

Fully funded training courses and qual

We are committed to equal opportunity

Job summary

Global Commissioning Limited is seeking a Commissioning Manager to oversee safe, timely and efficient design, installation and commissioning of critical IT and electrical systems in data centres. You will direct Project Managers, Supervisors and sub-contractors across on-site and off-site activities.

The role requires strong leadership, planning and communication skills, with responsibility from design through to handover, including development of commissioning plans, checklists and reports for

Qualifications

• Prince 2 or equivalent – Desirable
• Completion of trade apprenticeship or qualifications – Essential
• CSCS / Safe Pass / ECS / SMSTS holder – Essential
• HNC – Electrical, Mechanical or Building Services - Essential
• BEng (Hons) in an engineering discipline or equivalent – Desirable

Responsibilities

• Oversee design, installation and commissioning of critical systems in data centre environments.
• Lead project teams including Project Managers, Supervisors and subcontractors.
• Draft and implement commissioning plans, test scripts and reports across phases.
• Coordinate training data collection and handover documentation.

Skills

Prince 2

Education

HNC – Electrical, Mechanical or Building Services

BEng (Hons) in an engineering discipline or equivalent

Trade apprenticeship

Tools

CSCS / Safe Pass / ECS / SMSTS

Job description

About us:

Global Commissioning Limited is a privately owned consultancy, with our Head Office based in the UK.

Specialising in the data centre industry, we offer commissioning management and validation services to project developers and operators, ensuring they receive a fully operational and design-compliant building at handover.

We are a growing company and currently operate in multiple countries across Europe and we have active offices in Germany, Poland, Finland, France, Italy and the Netherlands.

The Role:

As the Commissioning Manager, you will be pivotal in overseeing the safe, timely, and efficient design, installation, and commissioning of critical systems and IT infrastructure within data centre environments. This challenging position requires excellent leadership and organisational skills to manage services on and off-site, providing direction to Project Managers, Supervisors, and various sub-contractors as needed.

Primary Responsibilities:

As the Commissioning Manager, your key responsibilities will include:

Design Phase

• Authoring and reviewing the Owner's Project Requirements, Basis of Design, and commissioning documents.
• Drafting the Commissioning Plan and Programme, ensuring alignment with project goals and timelines.
• Leading the Commissioning Agent Kick-Off Meeting, facilitating collaboration and understanding among stakeholders.
• Compiling a comprehensive project directory, ensuring all relevant information is documented and easily accessible.

Construction Phase

• Leading Level 2, Level 3, and Level 4 Commissioning Workshops, fostering teamwork and efficient execution of commissioning tasks.
• Attending Factory and Field Witness Tests, overseeing the process, and producing related reports to ensure compliance with project specifications.
• Developing Commissioning Checklists for electrical, mechanical, monitoring, and safety systems, guaranteeing thorough and systematic assessments.
• Drafting Level 4 Test Scripts and Site Observation Reports, documenting observations accurately and providing clear action plans.
• Conducting weekly commissioning and client meetings, maintaining effective communication channels throughout construction.
• Managing and updating the Commissioning Tracker, ensuring all commissioning activities are tracked and progress is well-monitored.

Acceptance Phase

• Overseeing Level 4 Commissioning across various systems, coordinating with project teams to resolve any issues promptly.
• Collating and presenting Level 4 Commissioning data and preparing comprehensive reports for project stakeholders.
• Drafting Level 5 Test Scripts and leading the Pre-Integrated Systems Testing Meeting, ensuring a smooth transition to the final commissioning phase.
• Coordinating Level 5 Commissioning and producing the preliminary report, highlighting successes, and identifying areas for improvement.

Handover Phase

• Coordinating system training data collection, ensuring end-users receive the necessary training for efficient system operation.
• Reviewing Operations & Maintenance procedures, validating their completeness and accuracy.
• Leading the "Lessons Learnt Workshop," facilitating a constructive discussion to identify valuable insights for future projects.
• Delivering the Final Commissioning Report, summarising the commissioning process and outcomes to support the successful handover of the project.

Qualifications and Experience

• Prince 2 or equivalent – Desirable
• Completion of trade apprenticeship or qualifications – Essential
• CSCS / Safe Pass / ECS / SMSTS holder – Essential
• HNC – Electrical, Mechanical or Building Services - Essential
• BEng (Hons) in an engineering discipline or equivalent – Desirable

We will fully support those candidates who have the potential to achieve the above through further education, CPD, and mentoring.

As an employee of Global Commissioning, you will be eligible for:

20 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing 1 day each year for the first 5 years of service

Fully funded training courses and qualifications

We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community.