Commissioning Manager - #2159575

COMMISSIONING MANAGER (CXM) – SCOTLAND

GC Side | Full Project Lifecycle | Start to Completion

A major data centre project in Scotland is looking for an experienced Commissioning Manager (CXM) to join from the very beginning and take the project through to completion.

This is a genuine start-to-finish commissioning opportunity, with the successful candidate helping establish the commissioning strategy and team early before leading delivery through testing, IST and handover.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage the overall commissioning programme, milestones, sequencing and priorities
• Lead the commissioning process across MEP systems from construction through to handover
• Establish the commissioning team, roles and responsibilities early in the project
• Coordinate with the GC, client, MEP contractors, vendors and commissioning agents
• Ensure systems are genuinely ready before testing and commissioning begins
• Identify potential commissioning issues before they impact the programme
• Drive contractors and subcontractors to deliver commissioning requirements
• Review commissioning plans, test scripts, ITPs, check sheets, NCRs and handover documentation
• Monitor construction progress and understand its impact on the commissioning programme
• Recognise the commercial and programme impact of delays, defects and commissioning issues
• Lead testing, witnessing, integrated systems testing and final handover
• Maintain clear and confident communication across construction and commissioning teams
• Take a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues

What we're looking for:

• Strong commissioning background within data centres / mission critical
• Previous CXM / Commissioning Management experience
• Strong understanding of MEP systems and commissioning requirements
• Proven ability to lead and influence contractors and subcontractors
• Strong planning, programme and documentation skills
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication
• Commercial awareness and understanding of programme impact
• Someone proactive who can take ownership from project start through to completion

Scotland | GC Side

Start: Project Commencement

Full Project Lifecycle

MEP Commissioning