Job Title: Commissioning Manager Location: Berkshire (On-site) Sector: Nuclear / Defence Infrastructure Employment Type: Contract Role Overview An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Commissioning Manager to support a major nuclear defence infrastructure project in Berkshire. This role involves overseeing the commissioning of complex facilities, including specialist equipment, building services, and control systems. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the safe, compliant, and efficient delivery of commissioning activities across the project lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Provide guidance on safety requirements for all commissioning activities Manage, oversee, and deliver commissioning work packages within a complex infrastructure environment Ensure compliance with nuclear commissioning procedures and relevant regulatory licence conditions Support the development and implementation of the overall commissioning strategy Manage the production, review, and approval of test documentation from suppliers Plan and coordinate commissioning tests with suppliers and stakeholders Integrate commissioning requirements and prerequisites into the project programme Contribute to the development of construction schedules to enable phased commissioning activities Monitor and report on the status of commissioning prerequisites and progress Witness and oversee Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) Manage and resolve test failures, including capturing and sharing lessons learned Ensure coordination between supplier commissioning activities and wider project delivery Lead the implementation of stakeholder engagement plans for commissioning Ensure consistent application of safe systems of work during testing and commissioning Provide regular progress updates and reporting to stakeholders Manage changes to commissioning schedules, resources, and forecasts Chair commissioning-related meetings, including: Design reviews Change reviews Procedure reviews Candidate Requirements Experience Extensive experience commissioning large-scale facilities or infrastructure projects Proven track record delivering within complex, highly regulated environments (defence or similar sectors preferred) Strong understanding of commissioning methodologies and processes Experience managing multidisciplinary teams and supplier interfaces Skills & Attributes Strong leadership and team management capability Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills Ability to work both independently and collaboratively Highly organised with strong planning and coordination abilities Key personal attributes: Leadership Flexibility Self-motivation Effective listening Problem-solving and creativity Collaborative approach Technical & Other Requirements Proficient in Microsoft Office applications Full UK driving licence Qualifications Degree qualified in an engineering discipline (or equivalent experience) Security Requirements Must hold, or be eligible to obtain, Security Clearance (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV) Additional Information This role operates within a highly regulated environment, requiring strict adherence to safety, quality, and compliance standards Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK and meet security vetting requirements