Commissioning Manager – Major Urban Development (Courts & Masterplan)
Location: London City Centre (Site-Based) £95,000 - £100,000 + Travel + Benefits Sector: Public Infrastructure / Commercial Buildings
An internationally recognised tier-one contractor is appointing a Commissioning Manager to lead the commissioning strategy across a large-scale urban development incorporating public-sector buildings and commercial facilities.
This is a senior, client-facing role with responsibility for managing commissioning across all disciplines and ensuring a structured, compliant, and efficient route to handover.
You will develop, implement, and control the commissioning plan for the full development, coordinating multiple stakeholders while ensuring programme alignment, technical compliance, and quality assurance.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and manage the overall commissioning strategy and programme
Coordinate commissioning activities across mechanical, electrical, BMS, and specialist systems
Interface with design teams, subcontractors, client representatives, and authorities
Lead system completion, testing, witnessing, and certification processes
Manage phased handovers and final client acceptance
Maintain commissioning registers, trackers, and progress reports
Identify and mitigate commissioning risks to programme and quality
Candidate Profile
Demonstrated experience as a Commissioning Manager on large-scale developments
Strong technical understanding of integrated MEP systems
Confident communicator with strong organisational skills
Experience in public-sector or regulated environments is advantageous
