Commissioning Manager Landmark M&E Project Central London
£100,000 + Package (DOE) | Permanent | Tier-One Contractor | Data Centre & Commercial Focus
A top-tier engineering contractor with a long-standing reputation for delivering complex, high-value building services projects across the UK and Europe is looking to appoint an experienced Commissioning Manager for a major project in Central London.
Known for delivering technically demanding M&E packages in live environments, this contractor offers a stable pipeline of major schemes across the data centre, commercial, healthcare, and life sciences sectors.
This permanent role offers a chance to lead full MEP commissioning from pre-construction through to client handover on one of the most high-profile developments in the city.
Interviews are being scheduled now get in touch to discuss.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead all commissioning phases from early-stage planning to system sign-off and client demonstration
- Develop and maintain detailed commissioning schedules and activity trackers
- Oversee supply chain coordination for commissioning activities and ensure system readiness
- Supervise commissioning engineers and specialists across mechanical, electrical, and controls systems
- Liaise with the design, QA/QC, and construction teams to ensure performance verification and compliance
- Manage documentation requirements including test packs, O&M manuals, and compliance records
- Carry out inspections, attend witness testing, and ensure smooth system integration and sign-off
- Maintain client communication and support handover to aftercare/maintenance teams
- Ensure all commissioning work aligns with the latest regulatory and industry standards (CIBSE, CSA, BSRIA)
What Youll Need:
- Previous experience in a Commissioning Manager or Commissioning Lead role on major MEP projects
- Strong background in managing commissioning in live environments (data centres, commercial towers, etc.)
- Industry memberships (CSA, CIBSE, BSRIA) desirable
- Excellent technical knowledge across mechanical and electrical systems
- Confident managing schedules, documentation, subcontractors, and client interface
- Proficiency with commissioning tools and documentation platforms (Viewpoint a plus)
- Natural leadership, problem-solving, and stakeholder coordination skills
Whats on Offer:
- £100,000 salary + full package (negotiable based on experience)
- Permanent role on a flagship London project with long-term pipeline
- Stable position with a highly respected contractor delivering nationally and internationally
- Join a company with outstanding technical resources and internal support
- Real opportunity to grow into a regional or head-of-level commissioning leadership role
Contact Detail:
LJB & Co Recruiting Team