Lead Electrical Commissioning Manager

ENGINEERINGUK; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

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A re you an experienced, electrically-biased commissioning manager with a passion for working on high-profile construction projects?

Do you have a background in the data centre sector and are familiar with ASHRAE standards?

If so, Crown House Technologies, our in-house MEP Engineering business, could be the perfect place for you. We are currently seeking a Lead Electrical Commissioning Manager to join our team on one of our exciting data centre projects located in Dagenham, East London.

At CHt, 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 all electrical commissioning activities, ensuring projects are executed to the highest standards. You will collaborate closely with key stakeholders to manage critical processes such as FAT (Factory Acceptance Testing), SAT (Site Acceptance Testing), and liaising with various teams to ensure smooth project execution.

Key responsibilities include:

• Collaborating with the Main Capital Equipment (MCE) Project Manager to record and issue Vendor-specific FAT results (L1), on-site installation checks (L2a & b), and SATs (L3).
• Working closely with the Electrical Project Manager to track and issue FAT results, and ensure vendor and installer compliance during installation and SATs.
• Leading the Electrical Commissioning (Cx) RAMS review and approval process, working with vendors, CxA, and Operations teams.
• Coordinating with the Quality Manager to ensure all Cx 2 & 3 checklists are completed via the Fieldview Tagging Process, leading to successful Facility Grid tagging sign-off.
• Ensuring coordination of energisations, exclusion zones, and AP resources in collaboration with the Electrical SAP for Cx 3, 4, & 5 commissioning activities.
• Supporting the CxA in the development of test scripts and ensuring their effective execution.
• Overseeing all electrical commissioning activities (Cx3) and enabling works.

Systems Involved:

• 33kV RMUs
• DC Battery Tripping Units
• Step-down Transformers
• LV Panels, Switchboards (including PDUs), Power Busbars
• White Space Clean Earth System
• Fixed and Temporary Load Banks & Controls
• General L&P Testing
• LV Generators, Fuel Systems, UPS Systems
• DCOS (BMS), Lighting Controls, Emergency Lighting Lux Measurements
• Access Control, Fire Alarm, CCTV Systems, ICT Networks/WiFi

Skills & Experience We're Looking For:

• CSA CM2 certification or equivalent experience.
• Proven track record of commissioning management, particularly within data centre facilities.
• Experience in producing and managing commissioning work schedules.
• Significant experience working on budgets ranging from £0.5m - £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. Part of the Laing O'Rourke Group, and founded on more than 200 years of experience, we are a leading construction and infrastructure technology services provider, supplying a complete Building Services package with communications, ICT, intelligent building, monitoring, BMS and the UK's largest mechanical, electrical & public health manufacturing facility - a 129,000 sq. ft factory - offering Off-site manufacturing and assembly for our digitally engineered modular MEICA packages.

As part of the Disability Confident scheme, we would like to enable access to candidates with long term health conditions and disabilities through the 'Offer an interview scheme'. This supports applicants that meet the essential criteria by offering an interview for the advertised position. Please let us know prior to interview what adjustments are required as well as discussing how we can support you in the workplace.

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