Senior Commissioning Manager
Senior Commissioning Manager
Salary negotiable
Join a Tier-1 contractor as a Senior Commissioning Manager on a major data centre project in Mons, Belgium. This contract role offers significant responsibility for managing all commissioning activities on site.
Key Highlights
- Lead commissioning activities on a major data centre project
- Manage a team of commissioning and testing personnel
- Develop and implement the project commissioning schedule
- Ensure compliance with building regulations and European standards
Senior Commissioning Manager — Role Overview
This Senior Commissioning Manager role is crucial for 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 activities are completed to the highest standards.
Senior Commissioning Manager — Responsibilities
As Senior 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 on site).
- Manage the Commissioning Tagging process and procedures.
- Report progress on all Commissioning activities internally and externally.
- Chair weekly commissioning meetings and direct weekly commissioning activities.
- Host weekly commissioning meetings with the General Contractor and clients.
- Develop the Project commissioning schedule in conjunction with project planners.
- Manage "Lock Out – Tag Out" processes and Area Control Permits.
- Compile all Testing and Commissioning Documentation, verifying and signing off on results.
- Manage sub-contractor activities, tracking progress and staffing levels.
Senior Commissioning Manager — Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will have:
- 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 regulations and European standards, codes, and practices.
- Experience managing and executing a full IST.
- Experience developing required IST documentation and managing its completion on a digital platform.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access, and Adobe Acrobat.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and 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 Tier-1 contractor specializing in data centres, life sciences facilities, and fire protection systems across Europe.
The Project
Hyperscale Data Centre - Belgium
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Frequently Asked Questions About This Senior Commissioning Manager Role
What does a Senior Commissioning Manager do in data centre construction?
A Senior 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 Senior Commissioning Manager position?
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What salary can I expect for this role?
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