Program Manager (Commissioning and Quality)

GerTEK Project Management and Technical Services; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

GerTEK Project Management and Technical Services is seeking a Project Engineering Lead (PEL) / Commissioning Manager based in Amsterdam. This role involves driving the commissioning of complex data centre projects, managing stakeholder communication, and overseeing the testing and handovers of critical systems. Ideal candidates will have hands-on experience in commissioning delivery, strong project management skills, and a focused, disciplined approach. Join GerTEK to contribute to mission-critical infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• Proven, hands-on experience in commissioning delivery, preferably within the data centre sector.
• Strong general knowledge of commissioning processes and project management procedures.
• Excellent communication skills, known for keeping information flowing effectively among stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the commissioning delivery on data centre projects.
• Manage the flow of information between design, construction, and commissioning teams.
• Act as the primary interface with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Commissioning delivery

Project management procedures

Leading multidisciplinary teams

Excellent communication skills

Understanding of data centre sector

Job description

Project Engineering Lead (PEL) / Commissioning Manager

Location

Based in Amsterdam, Netherlands

Role Summary

The Program Engineering Lead (PEL) / Commissioning Manager will be responsible for driving the successful commissioning and handover of complex, mission-critical infrastructure projects, with a strong focus on data centres. The role requires solid experience in managing the commissioning process within an EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) model and ensuring clear communication across all stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the commissioning delivery on data centre projects, ensuring successful execution from low-level activities up to Integrated Systems Testing (IST) (L0–L5).
• Manage and coordinate the flow of information between design, construction, and commissioning teams, including dealing effectively with sub-contractors.
• Act as the primary interface with clients and stakeholders to define project scope, execute, and deliver projects to the client's brief.
• Oversee the testing, documentation, design reviews, and phased handovers of critical systems, including HV/LV, UPS, cooling, and BMS/EPMS.
• Ensure all project objectives—including safety, schedule, cost control, and quality—are monitored, measured, and tracked throughout the full project cycle.

Required Experience & Skills

• Proven, hands‑on experience in commissioning delivery, preferably within the data centre sector.
• Strong general knowledge of commissioning processes and project management procedures.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and driving programmes forward.
• Demonstrated ability to manage between design, construction, and commissioning phases.
• Excellent communication skills, known for keeping information flowing effectively among stakeholders.
• Possesses a calm, focused, and disciplined mindset.