Commissioning Manager

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in London is seeking a Commissioning Manager to oversee engineering services systems. The role involves ensuring high-quality deliverables, collaborating with clients, and managing project finances. Ideal candidates will have a degree in engineering and significant project management experience. Join a culture of inclusion and empowerment while tackling global challenges.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in project or commissioning management.
• Strong communication skills and client-focused.

Responsibilities

• Ensure commissioning processes are accurately planned and executed.
• Collaborate with clients and contractors to develop commissioning strategies.

Skills

Communication

Project Management

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Word

Outlook

Project

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 organization that is 100-percent employee owned, supporting many 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 commissioning engineering services systems are diligently and accurately planned, managed, executed, and recorded.

• Deliver commitments to clients on time, with the required level of detail and quality.
• Utilize the company’s management systems to achieve the primary objective.
• Provide consultative advice on commissioning and performance requirements, strategies, programs, scopes of work, etc.
• Proactively progress commissioning activities throughout the project cycle in collaboration with the General Contractor and Vendors.

Additional Expectations

• Engage with other team members to improve systems and procedures.
• Act as a Champion in a specific technical area.
• Promote the company and group through marketing activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Always work safely, complying with health and safety policies.
• Work diligently, efficiently, and professionally.
• Ensure technical compliance and high-quality deliverables.
• Collaborate with clients and contractors to develop commissioning strategies aligned with project goals.
• Adopt and implement company management systems to ensure full commissioning of building services.
• Monitor project finances and control expenditures.
• Attend meetings and prepare detailed reports.
• Develop project-specific commissioning documents and procedures.
• Review drawings, manuals, and technical submittals.
• Create method statements, test scripts, and report on project scope changes.
• Evaluate project progress, difficulties, and costs with the team.

General Duties

• Prepare test instrumentation and support tender development.
• Complete timesheets accurately weekly.
• Support colleagues proactively in their work.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent; significant project management experience; professional memberships (e.g., CIBSE, ASHRAE) are advantageous.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in project or commissioning management within building services.
• Strong communication skills, client-focused, adaptable, and resilient.
• Self-motivated, professional, and committed to continuous improvement.
• Willing to work flexible hours and travel as needed.
• Team-oriented, capable of working independently, and skilled in relationship building.
• Excellent planning, attention to detail, and decision-making skills.

Required Qualifications

• Willing to travel to site locations.
• Experienced engineer, licensed PE or skilled technician with comprehensive understanding of MEP systems, HVAC controls, etc.
• Proficient with MS Office, Excel, Word, Outlook, and Project.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of design document organization and project delivery.
• Understanding of construction practices, systems engineering, and project financials.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Commitment to our employee-owned culture.

Our Values

We believe in building on each other's experiences to make great things possible, fostering a collaborative culture based on trust and community engagement.

Our Commitment

We are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered. Our Employee Network Groups support a sense of belonging and active participation.

Location and Employment Details

Primary Location: London, UK

Schedule: Full-time

Status: Regular employee

Job Posting Date: May 16, 2025

HDR is committed to employment equity and is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal history.

Join us to work on solutions for the world's greatest challenges and be part of our global team.