Commissioning Manager

At Kent Data Centres , we power the digital foundations of modern life, keeping the world connected with resilience, responsibility, and trust.

Our people are the spark. They’re our engineers, designers, and infinite thinkers. They deliver living systems of connection, solving problems that others can’t and creating solutions that stand the test of time

Skills & Responsibilities:

• Review of incoming contract documentation and the production/development of a planned methodology and a clear strategy (programme/commissioning plan) to commission and test the awarded project.
• To conduct “commission-ability reviews” of the system being installed and to advise the Specialist Services Manager, Design Manager(s) and Project Manager(s) on any foreseeable issues with scope and design strategy allowing incorporation to the final design.
• When required to assist with the preparation of inquiries/designs within the bid time, offering guidance on required commissioning requirements.
• The preparation of detailed quotations via the supply chain to satisfy the Employer’s Requirements (ERs) and ensuring orders to the supply chain as necessary to facilitate the commissioning of the systems.
• Attendance and witnessing on behalf of the company at Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), ensuring FAT tests are conducted and validated in compliance with the ERs and the requirements of the site and acting as approval authority of such testing alongside the Design Manager.
• Organisation of the commissioning and testing to suit the project program.
• Management of the commissioning being undertaken upon the site, and day-to-day organization, liaison with the respective supply and sub-contract chain.
• To review, develop, create and conduct the necessary commissioning documentation, including Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) and Integrated System Testing (IST) scripts in line with the requirements of the project to deliver a fully integrated and operational project to the end user.
• Review approval and where necessary create method statements and risk assessments in conjunction with the project’s varying needs and requirements to fully commission and test the installation.
• Will have a working knowledge of BSRIA, UTI, ASHRAE and CIBSE methods and requirements.
• Presentation and explanation skills to communicate methodology and strategy to Senior Management and Directors, including clients and sub-contractors.
• Assist with or lead Lessons Learnt and provide continuous improvement to the database.
• Liaise with Project Managers, Technical Account Managers and Technical Designers to ensure project delivery in line with client requirements.
• Ensuring all roles and responsibilities are carried out in accordance with business procedures.
• Follow all company standards with regard to commissioning practices & procedures etc.
• As required represent the Company in meetings.
• Attend internal project meetings
• Preparation of reports for customers directly
• Keeping in regular contact with customers
• Following up with the information required from site contractors
• Study MEP documents and understand client requirements to be able to deliver and manage the project.
• Evaluate client inquiries, specifications, and drawings
• Formulate technical response with assistance and guidance from other departments as required
• Prepare and participate in the review of and submit technical responses to the highest standards of accuracy, presentation, and punctuality and in accordance with company standards and client requirements
• Prepare and participate in the review of and in the submission of technical clarifications and revised shop drawings as required throughout the project
• Maintain a full and accurate record during the project
• Attend client, supplier and third-party meetings on and offsite as necessary
• Understanding / knowledge of electrical & mechanical equipment’s and technical risk
• Report and communicate activities effectively and appropriately.
• Conduct site surveys to put together the reports
• To liaise with all sub-contractors and ensure that all drawings are issued with all required information.
• To check and approve material submittals with respect to Technical Design
• Following on-site project management/testing, prepare reports, present findings and provide a road map for change
• Work together with the Director of the Middle East and other company departments to develop innovative solutions to problems on site.
• Work closely with other areas of the business and key staff to overcome complex client requirements

Skills & Qualifications

• Mechanical/Electrical engineer degree or similar
• 10+ years of data center infrastructure (Power and cooling) experience
• Excellent work ethic and proactive individual
• Capable of working under own initiative and as part of a team
• Good communicator, both in writing, on the telephone and face-to-face with customers
• Good numeracy skills
• Competent in MS Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and Excel
• Able to prioritize tasks and manage time, to meet tight project deadlines
• Good technical and proposals and submittals management
• Good technical review ability
• Ensure smooth management of the projects and commissioning
• Ability to carry out site surveys and understand detailed schematic designs
• Working knowledge of Uptime Tiers & TIA 942-B – ATD (not essential)