Electrical Commissioning Manager

Electrical Commissioning Manager

Location: Frankfurt am Main, Germany

Salary: €120,000–€150,000

Employment Type: Full-time

About the Role

We are working on behalf of our client, a leading organisation within the building services and engineering sector, to recruit an experienced Electrical Commissioning Manager for its operations in Frankfurt am Main, Germany.

This is a senior role offering the opportunity to lead the commissioning of complex electrical systems on major projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing commissioning activities from pre-commissioning and testing through to energisation, Integrated Systems Testing (IST), handover and project close-out.

Working closely with project management, construction, QA/QC and design teams, as well as subcontractors, clients and specialist equipment vendors, the Electrical Commissioning Manager will ensure that all systems are commissioned safely, efficiently and in accordance with project specifications, regulatory requirements and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

Commissioning Management

Lead the commissioning of complex electrical systems and ensure integration with associated mechanical, controls and building systems.

Develop and implement project-specific commissioning plans, programmes and procedures.

Manage commissioning activities from pre-commissioning through to energisation, Integrated Systems Testing (IST), handover and project close-out.

Coordinate commissioning activities with project management, construction, QA/QC and design teams, subcontractors and specialist vendors.

Monitor commissioning progress and ensure key project milestones are achieved.

Identify potential commissioning delays and implement appropriate corrective actions to maintain project schedules.

Electrical Systems

Oversee the testing and commissioning of the following electrical systems:

HV, MV and LV electrical systems.

Switchgear and protection systems.

Transformers.

UPS systems.

Standby generators.

Lighting and power systems.

Earthing and lightning protection systems.

Building Management Systems (BMS), Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS) and electrical controls.

Review and approve commissioning procedures, method statements, switching schedules and test scripts.

Provide technical leadership in troubleshooting and resolving complex electrical commissioning and system integration issues.

Ensure all electrical systems are tested and verified in accordance with project specifications and manufacturer requirements.

Compliance and Quality

Ensure all commissioning activities comply with applicable EU directives, IEC/EN standards, local regulations, client specifications and industry best practice.

Maintain accurate commissioning records, certification and turnover documentation.

Support audits, inspections and regulatory reviews throughout the project lifecycle.

Identify, investigate and resolve non-conformances while maintaining the highest quality standards.

Ensure commissioning documentation and test results are complete, accurate and available for review.

Health, Safety and Environmental

Ensure all commissioning activities are carried out in accordance with relevant HSQE policies, project procedures and statutory requirements.

Review and approve Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS).

Lead commissioning safety reviews, system walkdowns and energisation risk assessments.

Promote a proactive safety culture across all commissioning activities.

Ensure hazards associated with testing, electrical isolation and energisation are identified, assessed and appropriately controlled.

Stakeholder Management

Act as the primary point of contact for all commissioning-related matters.

Liaise with clients, consultants, contractors, utility providers and equipment manufacturers.

Attend project and client meetings, providing regular progress updates, technical guidance and commissioning reports.

Coordinate witness testing, inspections and final acceptance procedures.

Maintain effective communication between project teams and commissioning personnel to support successful project delivery.

Documentation and Handover

Manage all commissioning documentation, reports and testing records.

Coordinate snagging, defect resolution and system close-out activities.

Prepare and manage final turnover and handover packages.

Ensure commissioning certificates, test results and supporting technical documentation are completed and appropriately recorded.

Support client training, operational readiness and lessons-learned reviews to ensure a successful project handover

Candidate Requirements

Essential Skills and Qualifications

Educational Background: Degree in Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent industry experience.

Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of electrical building services systems, including HV, MV and LV distribution, UPS systems, generators, switchgear, protection systems, BMS and electrical controls. Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex commissioning and system integration issues.

Commissioning Experience: Demonstrable experience managing electrical commissioning activities from pre-commissioning through to energisation, Integrated Systems Testing (IST), handover and project close-out.

Leadership and Team Management: Proven ability to lead commissioning teams, coordinate subcontractors and specialist vendors, and collaborate effectively with project stakeholders to achieve successful project outcomes.

Project Management: Strong planning and organisational skills, with experience managing commissioning programmes, resources and project deliverables to meet schedule, budget and quality objectives.

Attention to Detail: Exceptional attention to detail, ensuring all systems are tested, documented, commissioned and handed over in accordance with project specifications and regulatory requirements.

Problem Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify, investigate and resolve technical and operational issues efficiently.

Communication and Stakeholder Management: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to prepare technical reports and provide clear updates to clients, consultants and project teams.

Health, Safety and Compliance: Strong understanding of EU regulations, IEC/EN standards and industry best practice, with a commitment to maintaining high standards of Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental (HSQE) compliance.

Software and Documentation: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and commissioning management platforms, with experience producing commissioning reports, test records, handover documentation and turnover packages.

Desirable

Experience working on data centre or other mission-critical projects.

Authorised Person (AP) or Senior Authorised Person (SAP) qualification.

Experience in energisation planning and Integrated Systems Testing (IST).

Membership of a recognised professional institution, such as the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET).

Additional Information

Our client offers the opportunity to join a dynamic engineering environment, working on complex projects and collaborating with experienced professionals across the building services and electrical engineering sectors.

The successful candidate will benefit from:

Competitive annual salary of €120,000–€150,000.

Professional development and ongoing technical learning opportunities.

Employee assistance support.

Health and wellbeing programmes.

Opportunities for career development and progression.

The opportunity to take a leading role in the commissioning and delivery of major electrical engineering projects.