Commissioning Manager

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in engineering services is seeking a Commissioning Manager in London. This role involves managing commissioning processes, ensuring quality and compliance, and collaborating with various stakeholders. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in engineering and significant project management experience, with a commitment to fostering an inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in project or commissioning management.
• Strong understanding of MEP systems, HVAC controls.
• Willingness to travel to site locations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure commissioning processes are accurately planned and executed.
• Collaborate with clients and contractors on commissioning strategies.
• Prepare technical reports and manage project finances.

Skills

Communication

Project Management

Leadership

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story: https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story

Each role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

As a Commissioning Manager, you will be part of an organisation that is 100-percent employee owned, supporting and creating opportunities for you to advance, succeed, and fulfill your career aspirations.

Primary Responsibilities

The primary objective of our Commissioning Managers is to ensure that the processes involved in the commissioning of engineering services systems are diligently and accurately planned, managed, executed, and recorded.

• Ensure that our commitments to clients are delivered on time, with the required level of detail and quality.
• Utilize the company's management systems effectively to achieve the primary objective.
• Provide consultative advice on commissioning and performance requirements, strategies, programs, and scopes of work.
• Proactively progress commissioning activities throughout the project cycle in conjunction with the General Contractor and Vendors.

Additionally, at all times:

• Engage with other members of the company to help improve existing systems and procedures.
• Act as a Champion in areas of specific technical interest.
• Promote the company and the wider group through marketing activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Always act safely in compliance with the company's health and safety policies.
• Work diligently, efficiently, and professionally.
• Ensure technical compliance and high-quality production of deliverables.
• Collaborate with clients and General Contractors to develop commissioning strategies aligned with project objectives.
• Adopt the company's project and management systems to ensure full commissioning of building services as per contract documentation.
• Maintain awareness of project finances and control expenditures.
• Attend meetings as required.
• Prepare reports with technical content and progress updates.
• Develop project-specific commissioning management and validation documents.
• Review drawings, manuals, and technical submittals critically.
• Create project-specific method statements and test scripts.
• Report internally on project scope changes.
• Evaluate progress, difficulties, and costs with the professional team.

General Duties

• Arrange test instrumentation in advance for testing.
• Assist in developing tender submissions.
• Accurately complete timesheets weekly.
• Support colleagues proactively in their tasks.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in engineering or equivalent; significant project management experience is essential. Membership of CIBSE, ASHRAE, or similar is advantageous.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in project or commissioning management within building services. Familiarity with quality and environmental policies. Proficient in MS Office.
• Strong communication skills, client-focused, flexible, resilient, and results-oriented. Leadership qualities or aspirations are a plus.
• Self-motivated, professional, resilient, and committed to continuous self-improvement.
• Willingness to work flexible hours as needed.
• Customer-focused with a proactive approach to service enhancement.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, fostering supportive relationships.
• Confident, logical communication skills, capable of engaging attention.
• Effective planning, deadline management, and attention to detail.
• Personal responsibility for skill development and openness to innovation and change.
• Ability to motivate others and make effective decisions based on comprehensive information.

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Required Qualifications

• Willingness to travel to site locations as required.
• Experienced engineer, licensed PE or field technician with strong understanding of MEP systems, HVAC controls, T&B processes, etc.
• Good computer skills, including typing and familiarity with Excel, Word, Outlook, and Project.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Understanding of design documentation, multidisciplinary design delivery, and construction services.
• Strong knowledge of construction practices, systems engineering, operations, contracting, and business operations.
• Knowledge of project accounting and financial management tools.
• Ability to prioritize, organize, and handle multiple tasks concurrently.
• Commitment to our employee-owned culture is essential.

What We Believe

HDR builds on each other's experiences and perspectives to make great things possible daily, fostering a collaborative culture, trust, and strong client and community connections.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. Our Employee Network Groups support belonging and engagement, with executive sponsorship and open participation.

Primary Location

United Kingdom-England-London

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Posting

May 20, 2025

HDR is committed to employment equity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest, or conviction records.

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