Data Centre Commissioning Lead – Milan (On-site)

Turner & Townsend; Lombardia; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner & Townsend in Milan is seeking an experienced Commissioning Manager for its Data Centre team. You will oversee final project stages, ensure regulatory compliance and budget adherence, and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams on site.

The role requires an engineering degree, strong testing and commissioning expertise, fluency in English (Italian is a plus), and readiness to work on complex, high-profile projects with strict safety standards.

Qualifications

• Degree, preferably with an engineering or equivalent background.
• Proven experience in Data Center commissioning or facility maintenance, operation.
• Strong knowledge of electrical and mechanical test equipment, UPS systems, switchgear, generators, and critical mechanical infrastructure.
• Ability to develop and execute detailed commissioning scripts and procedures.
• Experience in construction QA/QC and commissioning oversight.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a track record of identifying and resolving technical issues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; Italian is an advantage.
• Strong analytical, structural, and organizational abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the capability to communicate effectively at all levels.
• Highly motivated and driven with a passion for delivering to your client.
• Availability for on-site work.

Responsibilities

• Planning and management of Vendor FAT/ FWT with possible attendance if necessary.
• Management of CFCI and OFCI vendors Commissioning Scope.
• Lead Daily/ Weekly commissioning meetings, internally, vendor and client.
• Manage, deliver and obtain approval on relevant project commissioning documents such as Test Scripts, Compliance statements etc.
• Manage the receipt, review and compliance of project commissioning documentation to achieve the necessary sign off.
• POC for commissioning management and reporting of the planning and execution of scopes and deliverables.
• Supervise the installation of new equipment, systems, and facilities.
• Inspect and verify the correct functioning of electrical, mechanical, and environmental control systems.
• Testing and Verification - Conduct tests to ensure operational efficacy.
• Verify the integrity and performance of critical systems.
• Approve the finalization of the project based on successful testing.
• Safety and Compliance
• Participate in safety reviews

Skills

English communication

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Electrical test equipment

Mechanical test equipment

UPS systems

Switchgear

Generators

Job description

Turner & Townsend in Milan is seeking an experienced Commissioning Manager for its Data Centre team. You will oversee final project stages, ensure regulatory compliance and budget adherence, and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams on site.

The role requires an engineering degree, strong testing and commissioning expertise, fluency in English (Italian is a plus), and readiness to work on complex, high-profile projects with strict safety standards.