Commission Lead

g2 Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

g2 Recruitment is seeking a Commissioning Lead for pivotal Data Centre and Mission Critical projects based in Manchester. The role is a contract-to-permanent opportunity with initial 3-6 months, offering pathways to a permanent position.

You will lead commissioning activities, coordinate multidisciplinary teams, and drive IST/test processes while ensuring safety, quality, and on-time delivery across multiple sites.

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering Commissioning Leads on Data Centre or mission-critical projects.
• Strong stakeholder management and on-site leadership.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams across electrical/mechanical disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage commissioning activities across multiple Data Centre and Mission Critical projects.
• Coordinate commissioning teams, subcontractors, consultants, and client stakeholders.
• Oversee commissioning programmes, test plans, procedures, and project documentation.
• Support mechanical and electrical commissioning activities from pre-commissioning through to handover.
• Manage Integrated Systems Testing (IST) and witness testing activities.
• Ensure commissioning works are delivered safely, on programme, and to the required quality standards.
• Provide technical guidance and leadership to commissioning engineers on site.
• Chair commissioning meetings and provide regular progress updates to project leadership.
• Review commissioning scripts, test packs, and handover documentation.
• Work closely with CSA, Mechanical, Electrical, BMS, and Controls teams to ensure successful system integration.

Skills

Commissioning leadership

Stakeholder management

Project coordination

Data Centre systems knowledge

Education

Engineering degree or relevant qualification

Commissioning certification (preferred)

Tools

BMS systems

Test management tools

Job description

Commissioning Lead | Data Centre Projects | Manchester | Contract-to-Permanent Opportunity

We are currently supporting a leading engineering and commissioning organisation in the appointment of an experienced Commissioning Lead for a growing portfolio of Data Centre and Mission Critical projects based in Manchester.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced commissioning professional looking to join a business on a contract-to-permanent basis, with an initial 3-6 month contract period followed by a permanent position. You'll play a key role in leading commissioning activities, managing project delivery, and supporting the growth of the commissioning function across multiple high-profile projects.

Job Title: Commissioning Lead

Location: Manchester

Contract Type: Contract-to-Permanent or Permanent

Initial Contract Duration: 3-6 Months

Start Date: ASAP

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage commissioning activities across multiple Data Centre and Mission Critical projects.
• Coordinate commissioning teams, subcontractors, consultants, and client stakeholders.
• Oversee commissioning programmes, test plans, procedures, and project documentation.
• Support mechanical and electrical commissioning activities from pre-commissioning through to handover.
• Manage Integrated Systems Testing (IST) and witness testing activities.
• Ensure commissioning works are delivered safely, on programme, and to the required quality standards.
• Provide technical guidance and leadership to commissioning engineers on site.
• Chair commissioning meetings and provide regular progress updates to project leadership.
• Review commissioning scripts, test packs, and handover documentation.
• Work closely with CSA, Mechanical, Electrical, BMS, and Controls teams to ensure successful system integration.
• Proven experience in a Commissioning Lead, Commissioning Manager, or Senior Commissioning Engineer position.
• Strong understanding of commissioning processes within Data Centre, Mission Critical, Industrial, Energy, or Pharmaceutical environments.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary commissioning teams.
• Knowledge of mechanical and electrical building services systems.
• Experience delivering Integrated Systems Testing (IST) and project handovers.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams within a fast-paced project environment.
• Valid right to work in the UK.
• Previous experience working on hyperscale Data Centre projects.
• Commissioning certifications or relevant engineering qualifications.
• Experience working for commissioning consultancies, principal contractors, or specialist commissioning providers.
• Knowledge of BMS integration and controls commissioning.
• Experience working across CSA, Mechanical, Electrical, and Commissioning delivery teams.

What’s on Offer:

• 3-6 month contract with a clear pathway to a permanent position.
• Opportunity to join a growing commissioning team.
• Exposure to major Data Centre and Mission Critical projects.
• Competitive contract rate and permanent salary package.
• Long-term career progression within a highly active sector.