Senior MEP Commissioning Manager - Data Centre

Laing O'Rourke; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Crown House Technologies, part of the Laing O’Rourke Group, is seeking a Principal MEP Commissioning Manager to lead the commissioning across all MEP systems on a large Data Centre project.

You will own the strategy and delivery, lead commissioning teams, coordinate specialist contractors, and manage all testing, validation, and handover activities to ensure a fully operational building.

We offer extensive training, long‑term career progression, and the chance to work on industry-leading projects.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience leading commissioning on complex MEP projects.
• Strong knowledge of design principles and building operation.
• CSA Grade 6 or CM2 accreditation or equivalent.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and resource planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the Commissioning Execution Plan, including strategy, methodology, and fully resourced programme.
• Manage all commissioning stages, including Static Completion, Pre-functional Testing, Functional Testing, Integrated System Testing and Building Performance Testing.
• Oversee and verify Factory Acceptance Testing and site-based commissioning activities.
• Ensure compliance with BSRIA, CIBSE, CSA, IET codes of practice, Building Regulations and BREEAM requirements.
• Drive the commissioning programme, monitor progress, and advise on delays.
• Manage documentation, reporting, and production of the final Commissioning Report.
• Ensure safe commissioning practices and adherence to health and safety standards.
• Plan and deliver Employer training, seasonal commissioning and post-PC monitoring.

Skills

Leadership

Commissioning management

Project coordination

Documentation and reporting

Health and safety

Education

CSA Grade 6 or CM2 accreditation

Job description

Crown House Technologies, part of the Laing O’Rourke Group, is seeking a Principal MEP Commissioning Manager to lead the commissioning across all MEP systems on a large Data Centre project.

You will own the strategy and delivery, lead commissioning teams, coordinate specialist contractors, and manage all testing, validation, and handover activities to ensure a fully operational building.

We offer extensive training, long‑term career progression, and the chance to work on industry-leading projects.