Lead Commissioning Manager – Mechanical Start-up

Hollybank Trustees Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Leo Lynch in London is seeking an experienced Commissioning Manager to oversee the commissioning and start-up phases of our projects, ensuring mechanical systems are tested, validated, and fully operational.

The role requires strong leadership, an engineering degree, and proven track record on pharma/semiconductor/data centre projects; you will lead teams, manage safety and quality, and coordinate with clients and contractors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent.
• Experience as Commissioning Manager on pharmaceutical, biopharma, semiconductor, large commercial, or data centre projects.
• Strong knowledge of commissioning processes, testing, and start-up.
• Proficient in interpreting technical drawings, P&IDs, and system specifications.
• Excellent project management, leadership and ability to deliver on time and within budget.
• In-depth knowledge of health and safety regulations, quality standards and industry best practices.
• Strong communication skills with internal teams, clients and contractors.
• Proficiency in commissioning software and MS Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate all commissioning activities, ensuring timelines, quality and safety standards are met.
• Develop pre-commissioning test procedures and documentation, addressing any deficiencies.
• Develop and implement commissioning plans, schedules and procedures in line with project specifications and client requirements.
• Oversee execution of commissioning activities, including testing, debugging and handover of systems and equipment.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers and stakeholders to integrate commissioning into the project lifecycle.
• Monitor and report progress, identify issues and implement solutions.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, quality standards and client specifications.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Interpreting drawings

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

MS Office Suite

Commissioning software

Job description

Leo Lynch in London is seeking an experienced Commissioning Manager to oversee the commissioning and start-up phases of our projects, ensuring mechanical systems are tested, validated, and fully operational.

The role requires strong leadership, an engineering degree, and proven track record on pharma/semiconductor/data centre projects; you will lead teams, manage safety and quality, and coordinate with clients and contractors.