Electrical Commissioning Manager – Major Commercial Projects

Bimplus; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 83,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Bimplus is seeking an experienced Electrical Commissioning Manager on a long-term freelance basis. Initially in Central London, with a transition to Central Cambridge from December 2026, you will oversee commissioning of high-profile commercial office projects, coordinating with M&E contractors, consultants and clients to ensure electrical systems are tested and handed over to the required standards.

You will develop commissioning programmes, manage risks, attend meetings, review test

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Commissioning Manager or Senior Commissioning Manager.
• Strong electrical bias with LV systems knowledge.
• Experience on major commercial projects with commissioning responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate all electrical commissioning activities across assigned projects.
• Develop and maintain commissioning programmes with key milestones.
• Coordinate activities between M&E contractors, specialist subcontractors, consultants and client team.
• Review commissioning strategies, plans, method statements, inspection and testing documentation.
• Monitor progress on site and identify risks, delays and technical issues.
• Attend commissioning, progress and technical meetings and workshops.
• Ensure electrical systems are fully tested, commissioned and operational to project standards.
• Oversee functional and integrated system testing where applicable.
• Review commissioning records, test certificates and handover documentation.
• Assist with the identification and resolution of defects and commissioning-related issues.
• Ensure activities align with BS standards and project specs.

Skills

Electrical commissioning

Project coordination

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Education

Electrical/building services qualifications

Job description

Bimplus is seeking an experienced Electrical Commissioning Manager on a long-term freelance basis. Initially in Central London, with a transition to Central Cambridge from December 2026, you will oversee commissioning of high-profile commercial office projects, coordinating with M&E contractors, consultants and clients to ensure electrical systems are tested and handed over to the required standards.

You will develop commissioning programmes, manage risks, attend meetings, review test