Lead Commissioning Manager

Laing O'Rourke; Slough; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking an experienced Lead MEP Commissioning Manager to oversee a major data centre project in West London. The successful candidate will lead the commissioning team, ensuring that all MEP systems are thoroughly tested, calibrated, and comply with industry standards while receiving extensive training and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in MEP commissioning within data centre projects.
• Demonstrable success in commissioning management, particularly in data centre facilities.
• Significant experience managing budgets ranging from £0.5m to £5m.

Responsibilities

• Lead the MEP commissioning team and develop comprehensive commissioning plans.
• Oversee testing, calibration, and integration of MEP systems.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and building codes.

Skills

Project Management

Leadership

Strong Understanding of Electrical Systems

Commissioning Processes

Education

Degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

CSA CM2 Certification

Job description

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Are you an experienced MEP Commissioning Manager with a passion for high-profile construction projects?

Do you have a background in the data centre sector and familiarity with ASHRAE standards...?

Then Crown House Technologies—our in-house MEP Engineering business—might be the perfect place for you!

We are currently seeking a Lead MEP Commissioning Manager to join our team on an exciting data centre project in West London.

If you join us you'll become an integral member of an innovative, industry-leading team, working on some of the most technically challenging and rewarding projects in the construction industry. We are committed to your growth, offering extensive training, career development, and long-term progression opportunities.

What Will the Role Involve?

As lead commissioning manager you will oversee commissioning activities for a major data centre project. You'll lead the MEP team, ensuring that all systems (HVAC, electrical, fire protection, plumbing) are rigorously tested, calibrated, and compliant with industry standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the MEP commissioning team and develop comprehensive commissioning plans.

Oversee testing, calibration, and integration of MEP systems.

Collaborate with project managers, contractors, and suppliers to ensure seamless execution.

Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and building codes.

Maintain thorough documentation and provide regular progress reports to management.

Skills & Experience:

Degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or a related field.

Proven experience in MEP commissioning, preferably within data centre projects.

Strong leadership and project management skills.

CSA CM2 certification or equivalent experience.

Demonstrable success in commissioning management, particularly in data centre facilities.

Experience in developing and managing commissioning work schedules.

Significant experience managing budgets ranging from £0.5m to £5m.

Strong understanding of electrical systems and commissioning processes.

About Us:
CHT is one of the UK's most advanced and innovative engineering and business services specialists. As part of the Laing O'Rourke Group, with over 200 years of experience, we are a leading construction and infrastructure technology services provider. We offer a complete Building Services package—including communications, ICT, intelligent building, monitoring, and BMS—backed by the UK's largest mechanical, electrical & public health manufacturing facility, a 129,000 sq. ft. factory dedicated to off-site manufacturing and assembly for our digitally engineered modular MEICA packages.

As part of the Disability Confident scheme, we actively support candidates with long-term health conditions and disabilities through the 'Offer an Interview' initiative. If you meet the essential criteria, we will offer you an interview. Please let us know in advance of your interview if any adjustments are required and discuss how we can support you in the workplace.

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