Commissioning Manager (Data Center)

LEIGHTON CONTRACTORS (ASIA) LIMITED (Singapore Branch); Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Singapore is seeking an experienced Engineer to oversee commissioning activities. The successful candidate will coordinate with vendors, maintain safety standards, and manage engineering documentation. A BS Degree in Engineering with 15 years of experience is required. The role emphasizes safety compliance and leadership in project execution.

Qualifications

• 15 years of experience with a recognized trade certificate in Electrical, Instrumentation, or Mechanical Engineering.
• 10+ years of area-specific project experience.
• Very good English language skills.

Responsibilities

• Chair weekly commissioning meetings with vendors.
• Prepare and issue weekly commissioning dashboard reports.
• Manage the QAQC snagging list and ensure timely follow-ups.
• Coordinate vendor documentation for commissioning.
• Ensure safety compliance during commissioning activities.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Instrumentation

Team Leadership

Safety Management

Education

BS Degree in Engineering or Equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Responsibilities

• Chair weekly Commissioning meeting with vendors
• Chair daily site Commissioning Meeting following Power On
• Issue daily Notification of Energization (NoE) during Power ON phase
• Ensure the Calibration of ALL test equipment to be used is valid and in date.
• Oversee the correct implementation of the ESSW system including Lock Out Tag Out.
• Ensure registers are maintained for LOTO and related control measures (Lock Box, Authorized Persons).
• Coordinate with the site safety team to endure source of energy risks are covered in site awareness.
• Coordinate safety watch requirements for Commissioning activities.
• Coordinate room access control personnel for sign in, sign out registers and permit to work controls in Commissioning Areas. Assistance by Safety Team
• Ensure adequate safety signage is installed by the HSE team, including live warning labelling and contact persons for Electrical and Mechanical plant.
• Coordination with ALL vendors for documentation (RAMS, Red Line Drawings, Start Up Scripts, SAT)
• Plan Mobilization dates and resources for 3rd Party vendors and commissioning contractors
• Plan and manage the Testing & Balancing team activities.
• Assist Engineering in developing the Equipment Tagging Register for Equipment Labelling (Traffolyte / SS)
• Coordination of vendors/engineering for all inter connections between packages (HW & SW)
• Liaise with the QAQC Inspectors for progress updates during the installation process.
• Liaise closely with the ELV Lead for EPMS/BMS readiness, per package as per the commissioning program.
• Manage the QAQC snagging list and ensure follow up of closures with the Construction Managers, not to delay the commissioning schedule.
• Prepare and distribute a issues log, independently to the Completion Management System CIL for tracking issues or deficiencies during the installation phase.
• Coordinate the closure of all Commissioning Issues raised in the CMS during FAT, L2, L3, SAT and IST
• Manage closely the static testing of MV & LV power cabling, ensuring the installation adheres to approved drawings. Any “To/From” deviations to be escalated immediately.
• Prepare and issue a weekly Commissioning Dashboard report.
• Prepare and issue a 2-week static and pre-functional testing look ahead program - To be updated and issued on a weekly basis.
• Manages and motivates the QA/QC and Cx teams, acts as a champion for all policies and procedures and leads by example, particularly in the areas of work ethics, quality, health, and safety.
• Plan and arrange vendors to attend for System Level and Integrated System Testing Demonstrations
• Leads engineers involved in “hands on” System Level Testing and IST Demonstrations

Requirements

• Electrical, Instrumentation or Mechanical Engineer. BS. Degree or Equivalent in trade experience (15 Years) with a recognized trade certificate.
• 10+ years in area specific project experience.
• Multi-discipline understanding (Electrical & Mechanical, including ELV)
• Very good English language skills.
• Competent in the use of PC applications (Microsoft Office suite or equivalent).