Commissioning Manager

Winthrop Technologies; Blyth; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Winthrop Technologies is seeking a Commissioning (Cx) Manager to lead the on-site commissioning for a major data centre project in Blyth, United Kingdom. You will oversee commissioning engineers, define work scopes, and align with the commissioning strategy and programme.

You will manage milestones, coordinate FATs/FWTs with vendors, ensure compliance with contract documents and safety standards, and report progress to the line manager while maintaining strong stakeholder relationships.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or 5+ years leading commissioning on data centre projects.
• Proven ability to build strong client and stakeholder relationships.
• Strong knowledge of EHS requirements for mechanical and electrical commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and supervise Commissioning Engineers on the project.
• Define commissioning work scopes and manage delivery per strategy.
• Monitor progress against milestones and address risks.
• Coordinate Vendor FATs and FWTs.
• Prepare and submit commissioning progress reports.
• Ensure documentation review and handover readiness.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Commissioning leadership

Stakeholder management

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Overview

Winthrop Technologies is Europe\'s only dedicated data centre delivery partner, offering full turnkey solutions from design through to construction and commissioning. Headquartered in Dublin, we deliver projects across Europe and have become the most trusted name in our sector. We are seeking a Commissioning (Cx) Manager to join our site team for a major data centre project located in Blyth, United Kingdom. Reports to: Commissioning Lead.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and supervise Commissioning Engineers across the project.
• Define commissioning work scopes and manage delivery in line with the agreed commissioning strategy and programme.
• Monitor progress against commissioning milestones and deadlines, proactively identifying and addressing risks.
• Communicate commissioning schedules, milestones, and priorities to internal teams, vendors, and client stakeholders.
• Act as a key interface with client stakeholders for commissioning activities.
• Facilitate and participate in detailed design reviews for both CFCI and OFCI work packages.
• Ensure all design, system, and process queries are documented and formally raised with system designers and client teams for review and approval.
• Manage the overall M&E Commissioning Programme, including milestone tracking, sequencing, and reporting.
• Ensure full compliance with contract documents, specifications, commissioning procedures, and project standards.
• Plan, manage, and coordinate Vendor FATs and FWTs, including attendance where required.
• Manage commissioning activities and scope for both CFCI and OFCI vendors.
• Maintain clear and effective communication with all commissioning stakeholders.
• Attend and contribute to daily and weekly commissioning meetings (internal, vendor, and client-facing).
• Prepare, update, and submit commissioning progress and technical reports to the line manager.
• Coordinate closely with the Project QA/QC Department to ensure quality objectives are achieved.
• Manage the preparation, submission, review, and approval of commissioning documentation, including test scripts, compliance statements, and sign-off records.
• Ensure commissioning documentation is reviewed and approved to achieve the required commissioning level and final handover.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or a minimum of 5 years\' experience in a Commissioning leadership role within data centre or mission-critical projects. Mechanical or Electrical bias acceptable, with strong working knowledge of both disciplines.
• Proven ability to build and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships in a multi-contractor site environment.
• Strong understanding of EHS requirements associated with Mechanical and Electrical commissioning activities.

Additional Information

• Work with a market leader in the Data centre Construction industry.
• Be part of a forward-thinking team delivering critical infrastructure in a high-growth sector.
• Long-term career progression opportunities and professional development support.
• Competitive salary packages.
• Winthrop Technologies Ltd. is an equal opportunities employer.