Commissioning Manager
Commissioning Manager
Salary negotiable
Join a leading EPC contractor as a Commissioning Manager in Munich, Germany. This contract role offers the opportunity to manage commissioning activities on large-scale industrial projects.
Key Highlights
- Manage commissioning activities on large-scale industrial projects
- Lead and mentor a team of commissioning and testing personnel
- Develop and maintain project commissioning schedules
- Ensure adherence to building regulations and European standards
Commissioning Manager — Role Overview
As Commissioning Manager, you will be responsible for the setup, management, and closeout of the commissioning plan for projects. Your leadership will ensure the successful commissioning of mechanical and electrical systems on site.
Commissioning Manager — Responsibilities
You will be responsible for:
- Managing all commissioning responsibilities on site, including setup, management, and closeout of the Commissioning plan.
- Managing direct reports (commissioning and testing personnel on site).
- Managing the Commissioning Tagging process and procedures.
- Reporting progress on all Commissioning activities internally and externally.
- Chairing weekly commissioning meetings and directing weekly commissioning activities.
- Hosting the General Contractor and client's weekly commissioning meetings and reporting out weekly progress.
- Developing the Project commissioning schedule in conjunction with project planners.
- Managing the "Lock Out – Tag Out" processes and procedures.
- Managing Area Control Permits for all areas under control (primarily electrical switch rooms).
- Compiling all Testing and Commissioning Documentation, including verifying and signing off on all results.
- Managing sub-contractor activities, tracking progress against schedule and staffing levels.
- Implementing a weekly look ahead ensuring co-ordination with vendors and trades.
- Issuing internal weekly progress reports, highlighting progress and any concerns.
- Maintaining a weekly project photographic diary.
Commissioning Manager — Ideal Candidate
Essential Requirements:
- Degree in Engineering.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in a Commissioning Manager role on large-scale industrial projects.
- Extensive commissioning knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems associated with Data Centres.
- Thorough understanding of building regulations and European standards, codes, and practices.
- Experience managing and executing full IST (Integrated System Testing).
- Experience developing IST documentation and managing its completion on a digital platform.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access, and Adobe Acrobat.
- Ability to travel freely across the EU.
Desirable Attributes:
- Excellent organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to produce detailed reports and presentations.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent time management skills.
Rewards & Package
Tier-1 contractor rates reflecting the specialist nature of this role. Full international assignment support including accommodation arrangements, flight allowances, and visa sponsorship as required.
Comprehensive benefits package: company healthcare plan, pension scheme with employer contributions, and access to extensive training and professional development programmes. Full package details confirmed at offer stage.
About the Company
Our client is a major EPC contractor specializing in data centres, advanced technology facilities, and life sciences projects across Europe.
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Frequently Asked Questions About This Commissioning Manager Role
What does a Commissioning Manager do in data centre construction?
A Commissioning Manager in data centre construction is responsible for delivering specialist work on Tier III and Tier IV facilities. Day-to-day tasks vary by project phase but typically involve coordination with MEP teams, quality assurance, and ensuring build standards meet client specifications.
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