M&E Commissioning Manager

O’Neill & Brennan; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

O’Neill & Brennan is recruiting an experienced M&E Commissioning Manager to lead the commissioning and handover of complex M&E systems on a major London residential development. You will own the commissioning process from planning through testing, completion and final handover, working with project management, construction and design teams to maintain programme and quality standards.

The role demands a strong track record in large-scale construction projects, detailed planning, and

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an M&E commissioning management role.
• Strong experience on large-scale residential, commercial or mixed-use developments.
• Understanding of mechanical and electrical building services and the commissioning process.
• Experience managing M&E contractors and specialist commissioning teams.
• Strong knowledge of commissioning procedures, testing and handover requirements.
• Excellent organisational and programme management skills.
• Ability to identify issues, drive solutions and maintain progress against milestones.
• Strong communication skills coordinating multiple stakeholders.
• Proactive hands-on approach with focus on quality and delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the overall M&E commissioning strategy for the project.
• Develop, implement and maintain detailed commissioning programmes and plans.
• Coordinate commissioning activities across all M&E disciplines, including mechanical, electrical, public health, life safety and associated systems.
• Work with contractors, subcontractors, consultants and project team to ensure commissioning on programme.
• Review commissioning procedures, method statements, inspection and test plans and documentation.
• Monitor progress and identify commissioning issues or risks early.
• Coordinate testing, commissioning and IST as applicable.
• Ensure activities comply with specifications, statutory requirements and industry standards.
• Attend commissioning, progress and technical meetings as required.
• Manage resolution of commissioning defects and outstanding works.
• Ensure commissioning records, test certificates, and handover documentation are complete and accurate.
• Support the project through practical completion and handover.
• Promote a proactive approach to quality, safety and compliance.

Skills

M&E commissioning

Project management

Stakeholder coordination

Quality & delivery

Programme management

Job description

The Opportunity

We are currently working with a leading residential developer to appoint an experienced M&E Commissioning Manager to join their team on a major residential development in London.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced commissioning professional to take a key role within a high-profile project, overseeing the commissioning and handover of complex M&E systems and ensuring the development is delivered to the highest standards.

The successful candidate will work closely with the project management, construction, design and subcontractor teams, taking ownership of the commissioning process from planning and installation through to testing, completion and final handover.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the overall M&E commissioning strategy for the project.
• Develop, implement and maintain detailed commissioning programmes and plans.
• Coordinate commissioning activities across all M&E disciplines, including mechanical, electrical, public health, life safety and associated systems.
• Work closely with M&E contractors, specialist subcontractors, consultants and the wider project team to ensure systems are commissioned effectively and on programme.
• Review commissioning procedures, method statements, inspection and test plans and associated documentation.
• Monitor progress and identify potential commissioning issues or programme risks at an early stage.
• Coordinate testing, commissioning and integrated systems testing (IST), where applicable.
• Ensure all commissioning activities are completed in accordance with project specifications, statutory requirements and relevant industry standards.
• Attend commissioning meetings, progress meetings and technical workshops as required.
• Manage the resolution of commissioning defects and outstanding works through to completion.
• Ensure commissioning records, test certificates, O&M information and handover documentation are complete and accurate.
• Support the project team through practical completion and final handover.
• Promote a proactive approach to quality, safety and compliance throughout the commissioning process.

About You

We are looking for an experienced M&E Commissioning Manager with a strong background in the delivery and commissioning of major construction projects.

Ideally, you will have:

• Proven experience in an M&E commissioning management role.
• Strong experience working on large-scale residential, commercial or mixed-use developments.
• A thorough understanding of mechanical and electrical building services and the commissioning process.
• Experience managing M&E contractors and specialist commissioning teams.
• Strong knowledge of commissioning procedures, testing and handover requirements.
• Excellent organisational and programme management skills.
• The ability to identify issues, drive solutions and maintain progress against key project milestones.
• Strong communication skills with the confidence to coordinate multiple stakeholders.
• A proactive, hands‑on approach with a strong focus on quality and delivery.

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly regarded residential developer and play a key role on a prestigious London scheme.

You will have the opportunity to work on a complex, high-value development while taking significant ownership of the M&E commissioning and handover process.

If you are an experienced M&E Commissioning Manager looking for your next opportunity in London, we would be keen to hear from you.

O’Neill and Brennan values diversity and promotes equality, All individuals will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation