Commissioning Director

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Job Summary 

Leads the Commissioning and Quality strategy and execution across EMEA for large-scale Data Centre construction programmes, including greenfield and retrofit sites. Responsible for ensuring consistent, high-quality delivery of Commissioning and Quality activities that enable successful project outcomes, operational readiness, and achievement of Ready for Service (RFS) milestones. 

Responsibilities 

Programme Leadership 

• Lead regional Commissioning and Quality programmes across multiple concurrent construction projects 

• Develop and implement standardised commissioning plans, schedules, and delivery frameworks 

• Oversee pipeline planning to inform resource allocation and execution strategy 

• Partner with Construction, Operations, and contractors to ensure seamless project delivery

• Provide input into project budgets, testing strategies (FAT/FPT), and Critical Environment Programmes 

Stakeholder & Customer Leadership 

• Act as senior point of contact for customer engagement during commissioning 

• Present progress against commissioning milestones, including RFS readiness 

• Lead resolution of escalations to maintain stakeholder confidence and delivery outcomes 

Operational Excellence 

• Drive adherence to commissioning standards, governance, and best practices 

• Lead continuous improvement of commissioning processes and frameworks 

• Standardise commissioning scopes and schedules aligned to customer requirements 

Reporting & Insights 

• Own commissioning reporting across projects, ensuring accuracy and transparency 

• Oversee production of commissioning documentation, test procedures, and operational readiness reports 

• Leverage data and insights to improve performance and inform future delivery 

Vendor & Partner Management 

• Lead commissioning vendor strategy, including RFPs, selection, and performance management 

• Define vendor KPIs, conduct business reviews, and drive continuous improvement 

• Lead external commissioning resources and governance forums 

Qualifications 

• Significant data centre commissioning experience in mission-critical environments 

• Proven leadership across large, complex construction programmes 

• Strong technical expertise in electrical and/or mechanical systems 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering preferred 

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This posting is for a backfill position, meaning it is to fill an existing vacancy within our organization.