Commissioning Manager
Location: Office / Site (60% / 40%) – Hertfordshire / London
Salary: £65,000–£70,000 plus £5,000 car allowance
We are working exclusively with a leading UK construction and refurbishment specialist to recruit an experienced Commissioning Manager. This hands-on role involves leading commissioning on complex refurbishment and M&E upgrade projects, often within live hospital environments.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead all commissioning activities for building services and specialist systems
* Manage commissioning of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and life safety systems in line with HTM, SFG20, and project-specific standards
* Coordinate with design teams, M&E subcontractors, and client representatives
* Lead commissioning meetings, witness testing, and manage snagging and defect resolution
* Ensure compliance with CDM, health and safety, and infection control protocols on live sites
* Oversee commissioning documentation, including pre-commissioning checklists, test sheets, O&M manuals, and certifications
Key Requirements
* Proven commissioning management experience in UK construction, ideally healthcare or hospital projects
* Strong knowledge of M&E systems, HTMs, CIBSE, and BSRIA guidance
* Experience in live or occupied environments with infection control awareness
* Relevant qualifications in Building Services, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or Construction Management
* SMSTS, CSCS, and health and safety training preferred
* Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to sites nationwide
What is on Offer
* Competitive salary of £65,000–£70,000 plus £5,000 car allowance
* Pension and benefits package
* Career progression within a growing company
* Exposure to technically challenging, high-impact projects