Commissioning Manager - M&E
Location: Commercial Offices - Multiple Projects (City of London)
Sector: Commercial Offices
Project Value: £30m - £50m
Employment Type: PAYE only (no LTD contractors)
Salary: £70,000 - £90,000 (dependent on experience and capability)
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Commissioning Manager to lead the M&E commissioning activities across one or more major commercial office developments in the City of London.
The role will take responsibility for the planning, coordination, execution, and reporting of commissioning activities, ensuring that all mechanical and electrical systems are delivered safely, compliantly, and in line with programme and client expectations.
This is a key role within the project delivery team, working closely with project management, engineering, subcontractors, and client representatives to achieve successful system performance, testing, and handover.
Key Responsibilities
Develop, manage, and maintain the overall commissioning strategy and programme across one or more projects
Evaluate commissioning requirements from design through to completion and handover
Coordinate commissioning activities across mechanical, electrical, and public health systems
Manage and oversee commissioning subcontractors and specialists
Ensure commissioning activities are integrated with construction programmes and project milestones
Monitor progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies to protect programme and quality
Ensure all testing, witnessing, and validation activities are completed in line with specifications, standards, and regulations
Lead commissioning meetings and provide clear progress reporting to project and senior management
Manage commissioning documentation, O&M manuals, test records, and handover deliverables
Support client demonstrations, seasonal commissioning, and post-handover activities as required
Ensure health & safety standards are maintained throughout all commissioning activities Skills & Experience
Proven experience working as a Commissioning Manager on large commercial building projects
Strong background in M&E commissioning, ideally within commercial office developments
Experience managing commissioning on projects valued £30m+
In-depth understanding of commissioning processes, standards, and best practice
Strong coordination, planning, and problem-solving skills
Confident communicator with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders
Ability to work across multiple projects simultaneously Qualifications (Preferred)
Relevant engineering qualification (Mechanical, Electrical, or Building Services)
Commissioning-related certifications or professional memberships (advantageous but not essential) What's on Offer
Competitive salary £70,000 - £90,000 depending on experience
PAYE employment on prestigious City of London commercial office projects
Opportunity to work across multiple major developments
Long-term project pipeline with strong job security and progression potential