Commissioning Manager
Electrical Commissioning Manager
Salary negotiable
Electrical Commissioning Manager opportunity in Frankfurt, Germany, on a major data centre project. This contract role offers significant responsibility for the full commissioning lifecycle.
Key Highlights
- Lead electrical commissioning on a major data centre build in Frankfurt
- Manage a team of commissioning and testing personnel
- Oversee the full commissioning tagging process and procedures
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients and vendors
Electrical Commissioning Manager — Role Overview
This Electrical Commissioning Manager role is critical to the successful delivery of a large-scale data centre project. You will be responsible for the setup, management, and closeout of the commissioning plan, ensuring all electrical systems are commissioned to the highest standards.
Electrical Commissioning Manager — Responsibilities
As Electrical Commissioning 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.
- Host client commissioning meetings and report progress.
- Develop the Project commissioning schedule.
- Manage the "Lock Out – Tag Out" Processes and procedures.
- Compile all Testing and Commissioning Documentation, verifying and signing off on results.
- Manage sub-contractor activities, tracking progress and staffing levels.
- Attend Factory Witness testing as required.
Electrical Commissioning Manager — Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will possess:
- Ability to travel freely across the EU.
- Degree in Electrical Engineering (preferred) and at least 5 years’ experience in a commissioning manager role on large-scale industrial projects, or demonstrable equivalent experience.
- Extensive Commissioning knowledge of 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 and previous experience is essential.
- Experience in the development of all required IST documentation and managing completion on a digital platform.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access, and Adobe Acrobat.
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, life sciences facilities, and fire protection systems across Europe.
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Frequently Asked Questions About This Electrical Commissioning Manager Role
What does a Electrical Commissioning Manager do in data centre construction?
A Electrical 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.
How do I apply for this Electrical Commissioning Manager position?
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What salary can I expect for this role?
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