Senior Commissioning Manager / Commissioning Manager

Job Requirements

• A recognized Degree in Mechanical / Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in the construction industry, particularly in M&E testing and commissioning works.
• Must have successfully completed at least two (2) data centre projects with a capacity of 50MW and above.
• Proven experience in managing Testing & Commissioning (T&C) activities for large-scale M&E projects.
• Experience in data centre / mission-critical facilities projects is highly preferred.
• Strong leadership, project management, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Able to work independently and coordinate effectively with consultants, contractors, vendors, and project teams.
• Preferably a registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng) and/or member of MIEM.

Job Descriptions:

• Plan, coordinate, and manage all Testing & Commissioning (T&C) activities for M&E systems in data centre projects.

• Develop and implement commissioning plans, schedules, procedures, and ensure successful completion within project timelines.

• Review M&E design drawings, specifications, method statements, and commissioning requirements to ensure compliance with project standards.

• Coordinate with consultants, contractors, vendors, and project stakeholders to ensure smooth execution of commissioning activities.

• Manage and oversee pre-functional checks, functional performance testing, integrated system testing (IST), and final commissioning activities.

• Conduct testing, performance verification, and troubleshooting of critical M&E systems including electrical, mechanical, HVAC, BMS, and control systems.

• Verify equipment installation, system readiness, and ensure all systems operate in accordance with design requirements and data centre standards.

• Lead data centre commissioning activities, including Level 1 to Level 5 testing, integrated testing, and client handover requirements.

• Identify technical issues, coordinate rectification works, and ensure timely resolution during commissioning stages.

• Prepare and maintain commissioning documentation including test reports, commissioning records, checklists, and handover documents.

• Ensure compliance with project quality standards, safety requirements, and data centre operational requirements throughout commissioning activities.

• Provide technical guidance and support to operations and maintenance teams during system handover and transition.

• Monitor commissioning progress, manpower resources, schedules, and overall T&C deliverables.

• Coordinate with equipment manufacturers and specialist vendors to ensure successful system testing and performance validation.

• Drive continuous improvement of commissioning processes, procedures, and best practices.

• Undertake any other duties and responsibilities assigned by the superior.

Preferred Experience:

• Strong technical knowledge of M&E systems including electrical systems, HVAC, BMS, controls, and mission-critical infrastructure.
• Experience in large-scale data centre commissioning (50MW and above) will be an added advantage.