Data Centre Electrical Commissioning Lead

NRL; Greater London; On-site; GBP 92,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

NRL in London is seeking a Senior Electrical Commissioning Manager to lead the electrical commissioning on a data centre project in Dagenham, Essex. This is an 8-week on-site contract requiring proven experience in commissioning management, safety, and client-facing reporting.

You will develop and execute the commissioning plan, chair meetings, coordinate stakeholders, oversee FACTS tests and handover documentation, and ensure compliance with IET 17th edition and CIBSE standards.

Qualifications

• Extensive data centre commissioning management experience.
• Knowledge of commissioning standards and best practices in high‑voltage systems.
• Proven ability to manage multiple stakeholders and maintain safety culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and co-ordinate the electrical commissioning process in line with the project programme
• Develop and maintain the Commissioning Execution Plan, testing strategy and resourced programme
• Chair commissioning meetings and co-ordinate all relevant stakeholders
• Verify and report on factory acceptance tests, site inspections and witnessing protocols
• Manage integrated system testing, ensuring statutory compliance and client demonstrations
• Oversee completion and handover documentation, training plans, and final reporting
• Ensure adherence to all codes of practice, including IET, BSRIA, and CIBSE standards

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Health and safety management

IET 17th edition testing standards

Cx tagging processes

Education

CSCS/ECS site card

Tools

Cx Alloy commissioning platform

Job description

NRL in London is seeking a Senior Electrical Commissioning Manager to lead the electrical commissioning on a data centre project in Dagenham, Essex. This is an 8-week on-site contract requiring proven experience in commissioning management, safety, and client-facing reporting.

You will develop and execute the commissioning plan, chair meetings, coordinate stakeholders, oversee FACTS tests and handover documentation, and ensure compliance with IET 17th edition and CIBSE standards.