Commissioning Manager

Millbank Holdings; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A major engineering firm is seeking a Commissioning Manager in Glasgow to lead the execution of commissioning strategies for a significant program impacting UK national security. You will develop acceptance strategies, collaborate with engineering teams, and ensure compliance with commissioning needs. Ideal candidates will have at least 10 years of experience, particularly in nuclear-regulated environments. The role offers a hybrid work setting with significant long-term prospects.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Commissioning Manager (or similar) in a nuclear-regulated environment.
• Ability to interpret and produce technical documentation.
• Knowledge of Defence Lines of Development (DLoDs).

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement acceptance & commissioning strategies for the programme.
• Collaborate with design and engineering teams for early integration.
• Review technical documentation for compliance with needs.
• Act as key liaison between stakeholders, contractors, and customer.

Skills

10 years' experience in a technical role

Strong communication skills

Ability to work autonomously

Highly organised

Job description

Are you ready to take ownership of a commissioning strategy that will shape the future of critical national infrastructure? Can you bring your expertise and leadership to ensure complex systems transition seamlessly from design to operational excellence? Are you ready to lead a critical commissioning strategy for a programme that will define the future of UK submarine capability?

The Opportunity

This is your chance to join a major programme delivering critical infrastructure for national security. As the Commissioning Manager, you'll lead the planning and execution of commissioning strategies for a complex, high‑profile engineering programme. This is a minimum 2‑year contract with a strong likelihood of extension, offering long‑term stability and hybrid working (Glasgow/WFH). If you thrive in challenging technical environments and want to make a real impact, this is the role for you.

Your duties and responsibilities will be:

• Develop and implement acceptance & commissioning strategies for the programme.
• Collaborate with design and engineering teams to integrate commissioning requirements early in the design phase.
• Review technical documentation to ensure compliance with commissioning needs.
• Act as the key liaison between stakeholders, contractors, and the customer.
• Chair workshops and meetings on commissioning activities.
• Contribute to integrated schedules, hold point control strategies, and risk/opportunity management.
• Support procurement activities with commissioning‑related specifications.
• (Future) Lead and manage a team of commissioning engineers.

You will have the following qualifications & experience:

• Minimum 10 years' experience in a technical role, with proven experience as a Commissioning Manager (or similar).
• Experience in a nuclear‑regulated environment with knowledge of commissioning requirements.
• Ability to interpret and produce technical documentation.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work autonomously.
• Knowledge of Defence Lines of Development (DLoDs).
• Highly organised with a track record of meeting deadlines.

It's great if you also have the following:

• Chartered status with a relevant engineering body.
• Knowledge of engineering standards and operating procedures in similar environments.
• Understanding of engineering lifecycle based on CICWP.

The setting for the role

Hybrid working across Glasgow and home, with occasional travel to other UK locations and supply chain partners.

Millbank Holdings Ltd is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background, and encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.

We are proud to be a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, and we are committed to ensuring an accessible and supportive recruitment process for everyone. If you require any adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we'll do our best to accommodate.

Millbank operates as both an Employment Agency and an Employment Business.