Project Commissioning Manager
External
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About the role
We are seeking an experienced Project Commissioning Manager to lead and control all commissioning activities across complex, large-scale engineering and construction projects. You will ensure a structured, auditable, and safety-led commissioning approach that delivers fully operational systems aligned with design intent, contractual requirements, and client expectations. As a key member of the Project Senior Leadership Team, you will provide technical authority, leadership, and assurance throughout the commissioning lifecycle - from planning and testing through to client witnessing and final handover. Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: Commissioning Leadership & Performance Define, assemble, and manage the commissioning team, including specialist subcontractors Develop, maintain, and communicate the Project Commissioning Plan, including strategies, programmes, inspection and test plans, reporting templates, training, and handover documentation Ensure commissioning activities accurately reflect company, project, and customer requirements, securing approvals and witnessing where required Provide assurance that all testing is completed using calibrated equipment and documented to required standards Health & Safety Provide visible and proactive Health & Safety leadership, embedding a "safety first" culture across all commissioning activities Ensure full compliance with statutory, regulatory, contractual, and company HSEQ standards Planning & Programme Management Review designs and installation works to optimise commissioning efficiency and readiness Support the Planning Manager in developing, sequencing, and reporting the commissioning programme Training & Competence Ensure commissioning personnel and specialist providers are suitably qualified, experienced, and competent Lead the selection and appointment of commissioning specialists in line with contractual and regulatory requirements Risk Management Identify and mitigate commissioning-related risks, escalating issues promptly and contributing to overall project risk management Reporting & Stakeholder Engagement Produce accurate, comprehensive commissioning reports for internal and external stakeholders Report progress against programme, FATs/SATs, testing status, subcontractor performance, constraints, and corrective actions Lead commissioning meetings and represent commissioning at client and stakeholder progress meetings Team Leadership Engage, motivate, and manage the performance of the commissioning team through clear objectives and regular review Lead by example, setting high standards and fostering a collaborative, high-performing environment Project Closeout Lead client witnessing, demonstrations, and seasonal commissioning activities Ensure all test records and commissioning documentation are completed and included in handover packs Support the compilation of O&M manuals and other project handover materials We are one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward-thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies. Progression is something we valu
Requirements
- You will be a driven and credible commissioning leader with the technical knowledge and gravitas to operate at senior project level.
- Demonstrable experience in leading installation and commissioning activities
- MEP/building services background
- The ability to coach and lead by example
- Comfortable and experienced in a client facing environment
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Project Commissioning Manager Somerset Permanent, Full Time Salary + Car/Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits
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