Commissioning Manager in Birmingham

Location: Birmingham, UK

Job Type: Full-time contract, Initial 6-12 months contract (potential extend until October 2028 and further).

Work Environment: Working from home (with potential monthly office meeting at central Birmingham or site visit or EU Hub short visit)

IR35 Status: Outside IR35

Summary: Plan, prepare and coordinate pre-commissioning/commissioning/start-up activities leading to project completion. Develop and ensure adherence to a detailed commissioning schedule and plan, covering all aspects of pre-commissioning and start-up phases through to handover. Prepare and/or update a comprehensive commissioning manual. Develop a reporting structure and accountabilities for the commissioning team. Plan and coordinate the commissioning/start up schedule and necessary work with third party providers. Develop pre-commissioning test procedures and documentation. Correct any deficiencies found. Ensure compliance and progress reports are produced in accordance with client and legislative requirements. Liaise with government agencies where required to obtain necessary approvals prior to start-up. Prepare client acceptance forms and ensure satisfactory sign-off is obtained. Develop comprehensive quality, environment and safety commissioning plans.

A Specialist Professional (P4) is a recognized subject matter expert in job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience. Responsibilities typically include: Managing large projects or processes with limited oversight from manager. Coaching, reviewing and delegating work to lower level professionals. Problems faced are difficult and often complex.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the commissioning for projects within the Transmission Substation and Wind Farm substation industries.
• Prepare the project commissioning documentation including schedule, inspection and test plan, test procedure, etc.
• Act as the single point of contact with the Project Commissioning team to coordinate commissioning activities and requirements with clients and third parties.
• Oversee and support pre-commissioning and commissioning activities for the substation projects.
• Ensure the project adheres to Client EHS and Quality Policies and meets project specifications.
• Provide regular reports to the Project Manager and Project Director and to Customer to demonstrate performance against Safety, Quality, Time and Cost criteria.

Background:

• Bachelors Degree or higher in electrical engineering or a related field.
• Knowledge of Electrical Safety standards, policies, procedures, and practices.
• Experience in site commissioning management, including Safe Systems of Work, LV permits, and lock-out tag-out procedures.
• Experience planning and executing site commissioning activities (secondary injection, primary injection, functional testing, etc) for LV and HV equipment for substation from up to 400kV.
• Understanding of offshore wind farm construction and commissioning phases and UK national grid procedures.
• Knowledge of Health, Safety, and Environmental requirements and The Construction (Design and Management) Regulations.
• Experience in developing commissioning programmes and supporting procedures.
• Knowledge of Grid code and OFTO, with proven experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong sense of safety, quality, and responsibility.
• Highly motivated and able to work under pressure.
• Willingness to travel internationally as required.
• Positive attitude and Team player skills.