M&E Commissioning Manager

Description:

Commissioning Manager — M&E, Residential

Location : Shepherds Bush

Project Value: £40 million

Salary : £80,000 – £95,000, dependent on experience

Contract Type: PAYE preferred; contract considered

An M&E package covering 2 residential plots totalling 345 apartments, including services & controls (S&C) distribution and amenity/office spaces. The scheme forms part of a £40m residential development in West London.

ROLE PURPOSE

The Commissioning Manager will take ownership of the M&E commissioning package across both plots, with a strong mechanical bias. This is a hands-on management role covering witnessing and quality assurance, reporting directly to Senior Project Managers.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

* Manage the end-to-end commissioning package for the M&E installation across 2 plots (345 apartments), S&C distribution, and amenity/office areas

* Oversee and manage witnessing of commissioning activities, ensuring compliance with project and industry standards

* Drive quality assurance (QA) processes throughout the commissioning programme

* Maintain a strong mechanical bias across commissioning strategy and delivery, given the scope of mechanical systems on this package

* Report progress, risks, and commissioning status directly to Senior Project Managers

* Coordinate with design, installation, and specialist subcontractor teams to ensure commissioning readiness

* Support handover documentation and close-out of the commissioning package

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

* Proven track record as a Commissioning Manager on large-scale residential and/or M&E packages

* Strong mechanical systems background (HVAC, S&C distribution) is essential

* Demonstrable experience managing witnessing and QA processes independently

* Confident operating at a senior level, reporting into and liaising with Senior Project Managers

* Experience on multi-plot residential or high-density apartment schemes advantageous

* Strong communication and stakeholder management skills