Commission Lead in Manchester

Commissioning Lead | Data Centre Projects | Manchester | Contract-to-Permanent Opportunity

We are currently supporting a leading engineering and commissioning organisation in the appointment of an experienced Commissioning Lead for a growing portfolio of Data Centre and Mission Critical projects based in Manchester.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced commissioning professional looking to join a business on a contract-to-permanent basis, with an initial 3-6 month contract period followed by a permanent position. You'll play a key role in leading commissioning activities, managing project delivery, and supporting the growth of the commissioning function across multiple high-profile projects.

Job Title: Commissioning Lead

Location: Manchester

Contract Type: Contract-to-Permanent or Permanent

Initial Contract Duration: 3-6 Months

Start Date: ASAP

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage commissioning activities across multiple Data Centre and Mission Critical projects.
• Coordinate commissioning teams, subcontractors, consultants, and client stakeholders.
• Oversee commissioning programmes, test plans, procedures, and project documentation.
• Support mechanical and electrical commissioning activities from pre-commissioning through to handover.
• Manage Integrated Systems Testing (IST) and witness testing activities.
• Ensure commissioning works are delivered safely, on programme, and to the required quality standards.
• Provide technical guidance and leadership to commissioning engineers on site.
• Chair commissioning meetings and provide regular progress updates to project leadership.
• Review commissioning scripts, test packs, and handover documentation.
• Work closely with CSA, Mechanical, Electrical, BMS, and Controls teams to ensure successful system integration.
• Proven experience in a Commissioning Lead, Commissioning Manager, or Senior Commissioning Engineer position.
• Strong understanding of commissioning processes within Data Centre, Mission Critical, Industrial, Energy, or Pharmaceutical environments.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary commissioning teams.
• Knowledge of mechanical and electrical building services systems.
• Experience delivering Integrated Systems Testing (IST) and project handovers.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams within a fast-paced project environment.
• Valid right to work in the UK.
• Previous experience working on hyperscale Data Centre projects.
• Commissioning certifications or relevant engineering qualifications.
• Experience working for commissioning consultancies, principal contractors, or specialist commissioning providers.
• Knowledge of BMS integration and controls commissioning.
• Experience working across CSA, Mechanical, Electrical, and Commissioning delivery teams.

What’s on Offer:

• 3-6 month contract with a clear pathway to a permanent position.
• Opportunity to join a growing commissioning team.
• Exposure to major Data Centre and Mission Critical projects.
• Competitive contract rate and permanent salary package.
• Long-term career progression within a highly active sector.