Data Centre Commissioning Manger

365 Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

365 Recruitment is seeking experienced Commissioning Managers for opportunities across data centre and critical power projects. Site-based roles involve leading commissioning activities from planning and factory acceptance testing through to integrated systems testing and final handover.

You will develop and manage commissioning plans, coordinate multiple contractors and oversee electrical infrastructure including HV/MV/LV systems, transformers, switchgear and UPS.

Qualifications

• Proven commissioning management experience within data centres or comparable critical environments.
• Strong technical knowledge of electrical infrastructure and building services.
• Experience managing commissioning from planning through client handover.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage commissioning plans, programmes and test schedules.
• Coordinate contractors, equipment vendors and commissioning specialists to deliver project milestones.
• Oversee the commissioning of electrical infrastructure including HV/MV/LV systems, transformers, switchgear, UPS and standby generators.
• Coordinate interfaces with mechanical systems, BMS and EPMS.
• Lead factory and site acceptance testing, integrated systems testing and operational readiness activities.
• Review commissioning documentation, witness testing and manage defects through to resolution.
• Maintain safety, quality and technical standards throughout delivery.
• Ensure complete handover documentation and a smooth transition to operations.

Skills

Commissioning management

Electrical infrastructure knowledge

Project coordination

Stakeholder communication

Safety compliance

Job description

Working arrangement: Site-based

365 Recruitment is seeking experienced Commissioning Managers for opportunities across data centre and critical power projects.

Working with operators, main contractors and specialist engineering businesses, you will lead commissioning activities from planning and factory acceptance testing through to integrated systems testing and final handover.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage commissioning plans, programmes and test schedules.
• Coordinate contractors, equipment vendors and commissioning specialists to deliver project milestones.
• Oversee the commissioning of electrical infrastructure, including HV/MV/LV systems, transformers, switchgear, UPS and standby generators.
• Coordinate interfaces with mechanical systems, BMS and EPMS.
• Lead factory and site acceptance testing, integrated systems testing and operational readiness activities.
• Review commissioning documentation, witness testing and manage defects through to resolution.
• Maintain safety, quality and technical standards throughout delivery.
• Ensure complete handover documentation and a smooth transition to operations.

Experience and Qualifications

• Proven commissioning management experience within data centres or comparable critical environments.
• Strong technical knowledge of electrical infrastructure and associated building services.
• Experience managing commissioning from initial planning through to client handover.
• Ability to coordinate multiple contractors and communicate effectively with clients and project stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of site safety requirements; SMSTS desirable.
• Integrated systems testing and resilience testing.
• Battery storage, grid connections or major critical power installations.

The Opportunity

Permanent and contract opportunities are available, offering competitive remuneration and responsibility for technically complex infrastructure projects. Location, travel requirements and package will depend on the assignment.