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Commissioning Manager

Commissioning Package Manager

full-timeZurich, SwitzerlandPosted 1/6/2026

Salary negotiable

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Join a major contractor as a Commissioning Package Manager in Zurich, Switzerland. This role offers the opportunity to lead commissioning activities on complex industrial projects.

Key Highlights

  • Lead commissioning activities for large-scale industrial projects in Switzerland
  • Manage and mentor a team of commissioning and testing personnel
  • Develop and implement commissioning plans and procedures
  • Collaborate with clients, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure project success

Commissioning Package Manager — Role Overview

As Commissioning Package Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing all commissioning activities on site, from planning and execution to documentation and closeout. You will play a crucial role in ensuring the successful commissioning of mechanical and electrical systems on large-scale industrial projects.

Commissioning Package Manager — Responsibilities

As Commissioning Package Manager, you will:

  • Manage all commissioning responsibilities on site, including setup, management, and closeout of the Commissioning plan.
  • Manage direct reports (commissioning and testing personnel).
  • Manage the Commissioning Tagging process and procedures.
  • Report progress on all Commissioning activities.
  • Chair weekly commissioning meetings and direct weekly commissioning activities.
  • Chair daily whiteboard meetings on commissioning.
  • Host weekly commissioning meetings with the General Contractor and clients.
  • Monitor and update daily analysis reports and monthly schedules.
  • Manage project scope, construction progress, resources, critical path, and milestone activities.
  • Produce weekly look-ahead schedules.
  • Create baseline schedules for Engineering, Construction, Testing & Commissioning.
  • Ensure adherence to safety and quality standards.
  • Produce Testing & Commissioning documents.
  • Attend and coordinate weekly meetings with the client, subcontractors & suppliers.
  • Develop the Project commissioning schedule in conjunction with project planners.
  • Manage "Lock Out – Tag Out" processes and procedures.
  • Manage Area Control Permits.
  • Compile all Testing and Commissioning Documentation.
  • Manage sub-contractor activities.
  • Attend FWT (Factory Witness testing) as required.
  • Manage Main Capital Plant Vendors.
  • Manage all day-to-day on-site commissioning operations.
  • Manage commissioning-related snagging and ensure timely closeout.
  • Attend Site Meetings, Internal Project Reviews, Engineering Reviews, Planning and Co-ordination Meetings, and Handover Meetings.
  • Close out all project items.
  • Implement weekly look-aheads.
  • Issue internal weekly progress reports.
  • Maintain a weekly project photographic diary.
  • Develop strong professional relationships with the Client, Client Representatives, and Vendors.

Commissioning Package Manager — Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will have:

  • Must be able to travel freely across the EU.
  • A Degree in Engineering and at least 5 years’ experience in a commissioning manager role on large scale industrial projects. Or demonstrable equivalent experience.
  • Extensive Commissioning knowledge of typical Mechanical and Electrical systems associated with Data Centres.
  • A thorough understanding of building regulation and European standards, codes and practices.
  • The ability to manage and execute a full IST (Integrated System Test).
  • Experience in the development of all required IST documentation and to manage the completion of same on a digital platform.
  • Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise tasks.
  • Excellent communication skills at all levels.
  • The ability to produce detailed reports, presentations and assignments.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access, Adobe Acrobat.
  • The ability to manage and deal successfully with all client and contractor vendors.
  • The ability to delegate successfully.
  • The ability to thrive in a team-working environment and have strong social skills.
  • The ability to lead, manage and motivate the entire team.
  • Excellent time management skills.
  • Ambition to succeed and progress.
  • Passion for delivering results.

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 complex engineering and construction projects for leading corporations across multiple sectors, including data centres and advanced technology facilities.

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What does a Commissioning Package Manager do in data centre construction?

A Commissioning Package 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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