Commissioning Manager

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Candidates will be experienced building services engineers with a particular interest and/or skill set in commissioning. This could be either by direct experience of setting systems to work, or by managing the process in working for a contractor or competitor. Relevant experience within Data Centre or similar mission critical environment.

Candidates will be expected to demonstrate a high level of technical competence in one or more of the following areas:

• Control engineering
• Fire engineering
• HV distribution
• HVAC balancing
• LV distribution
• Refrigeration
• Sustainability
• Stand-by power
• UPS

Professional qualifications are a benefit but not a prerequisite. Experience (technical and managerial), tact, diplomacy and good organisational skills are considered essential.

• Batchelor Degree in engineering or equivalent is desirable.  Considerable experience will be sought to demonstrate project management skills, (Member of CIBSE, ASHRAE or equivalent professional qualifications an advantage.)
• 5 years’ experience within a Project Management/Commissioning Management function in a building service orientated business.  Worked within company Quality & Environmental policies and procedures.  IT Literate – MS Office package.
• A strong communicator with a direct and open style.   Enthusiasm and drive with evidence of strong client focus, a flexible and resilient attitude.  Achievement orientation / drive for results.  Demonstrate leadership qualities and/or aspirations.
• Self-motivated, Dynamic, Professional, Resilient, continuously self-improve.
• Ability and willingness to work flexible hours as determined by the needs of the business.
• Always ready to go the “extra mile” for clients (Internal & External). Actively demonstrates a pride in, and an enthusiasm for meeting client needs.  Spots opportunities to increase service levels.
• Able to fit in with the team. Can work with minimal supervision.  Can develop effective and supportive relationships with colleagues.  Is considerate towards others and creates a team spirit.
• Communicates confidently, fluently and logically.  Holds other’s attention when speaking.
• Ability to identify the issues and plan ahead. Can meet deadlines and respond to tasks within a timescale.  Can display attention to detail so that all systems, procedures and paperwork are absolutely factual and correctly presented.
• Accepts personal responsibility for developing own skills to improve effectiveness.
• Generates new ideas to add value to the business. Supports and implements new ways of doing things.  Open to change and encourages others to view change positively.
• Ability to involve, motivate and gain commitment from others.
• Assimilates information and uses effectively to make decisions.
• Able to focus on desired outcomes and take decisive action when circumstances change.

Why HDR

At HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for it's also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible.  When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.   #LI-KK2

About Us

At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

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We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That colouring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.

Primary Objective

The primary objective of our Commissioning Managers is to see that the processes involved in the commissioning of engineering services systems have been diligently and accurately planned, managed, executed and recorded.

The role also involves:

1. Seeing that our commitments to our clients are delivered on time to requisite levels of detail and quality.
2. Making full use of the company’s management systems in achieving the primary objective.
3. Providing consultative advice in determining commissioning and performance requirements, commissioning strategies, programmes, scopes of work and the like.
4. Proactively progress commissioning activities throughout the project cycle in conjunction with the General Contractor and Vendors.

Additionally, at all times:

• Engaging with other members of the Company to help improve existing systems and procedures.
• Talking the role of Champion in an area of specific technical interest
• To promote the company and the wider group through marketing activities

Key Responsibilities

1. To act safely at all times in compliance with the Company’s health and safety policy and procedures.
2. To work diligently, efficiently and professionally at all times.
3. To ensure technical compliance and high-quality production of our deliverables.
4. To work closely as part of a client and/or General Contractor’s team in developing commissioning strategies and processes which align fully with project objectives.
5. To fully adopt the Company’s project and internal management systems to see that the building services are fully commissioned in accordance with the contract documentation.
6. To maintain an awareness of project finances and control expenditure thereof.
8. To prepare reports that include technical content and progress/key issue detail.
9. To develop project specific commissioning management/validation documents and procedures.
10. To comment technically on drawings, manuals and technical submittals.
11. To develop project specific method statements, test scripts and the like.
12. To be aware and report internally on project scope change.
13. To work with other members of a professional team in evaluating progress, difficulties and costs.

General Duties

2. To assist in the development of tender submissions.
3. To accurately complete timesheets on a weekly basis.
4. To pro-actively support other members of staff in undertaking their work.

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employe r.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.