EMEA Data Center Commissioning Area Lead

Amazon; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Data Services UK Limited is seeking an Area Commissioning Manager (LHR/ARN) to lead a multi-city team delivering data center capacity across EMEA. You will manage commissioning of electrical and mechanical systems, hire and develop engineers, and drive safety, quality and cost efficiency.

This role requires strong leadership, project management, and stakeholder collaboration, with up to 20% travel to sites in-country, across EMEA and globally.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or electrical engineering.
• Experience in industrial or commercial engineering or project management in Mission Critical facilities (data centers, power generation, or oil/gas).
• 3+ years' experience in people management (hiring, organizational planning, building a team, performance management).

Responsibilities

• Own the commissioning quality and reliability of electrical and mechanical systems; set visions and priorities for the commissioning program.
• Lead a team of commissioning engineers; hire, build a high-performing team and uphold safety culture.
• Develop and manage quality-focused initiatives; manage metrics to drive improvements.
• Communicate with Finance during capital budgeting; enable data-driven cost estimations.
• Create standards and build consensus with stakeholders across cross-functional teams.
• EMEA and global presence with up to 20% travel to sites in-country, across EMEA and globally.
• Provide clear communication and vision for the business.
• Systemize commissioning approach; ensure compliance with procedures, quality, safety.
• Participate in projects and safety programs; report weekly commissioning progress and metrics.
• Communicate clearly and use data to justify conclusions; drive continuous improvement.
• Dig deep to develop cost- and time-saving solutions without compromising quality.
• Operate in a high-velocity environment managing multiple initiatives and deadlines.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Stakeholder management

Team management

Budget planning

Data analysis

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering

Job description

Amazon Data Services UK Limited is seeking an Area Commissioning Manager (LHR/ARN) to lead a multi-city team delivering data center capacity across EMEA. You will manage commissioning of electrical and mechanical systems, hire and develop engineers, and drive safety, quality and cost efficiency.

This role requires strong leadership, project management, and stakeholder collaboration, with up to 20% travel to sites in-country, across EMEA and globally.