Mechanical Technical Manager

Job Title: Commissioning Manager – Mechanical & Public Health Systems
Location: Project-based / Regional Office (with travel as required)
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Industry: Construction / Building Services / MEP

About the Role

Our client, a respected leader in the construction and building services sector, is seeking a knowledgeable and driven Commissioning Manager with expertise in mechanical and public health systems. This key role will oversee the commissioning process from installation through to client handover, ensuring that all systems are installed, tested, and commissioned in accordance with project specifications, industry standards, and client expectations.

The successful candidate will act as a central figure in managing risk, ensuring compliance, and providing technical leadership and coordination across multiple projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee mechanical and public health installations to ensure a safe and structured commissioning period.

• Ensure systems are tested, validated, and operational, meeting all project, client, and compliance requirements.

• Provide technical insight and identify risks to critical path items, ensuring early intervention and resolution.

• Act as a central source of advice on commissioning readiness and procedures for mechanical systems.

• Support the reporting of commissioning progress to internal and external stakeholders across the business.

• Ensure there is a clear plan for demonstrations, witnessing, and client training, with accurate operational manuals and documentation in place.

• Develop and monitor project commissioning plans to align with key milestones, ensuring all prerequisites and documentation are in order.

• Guarantee that installation and commissioning activities comply with health and safety regulations, QA processes, and relevant building codes.

• Ensure that Safe Systems of Work (SSoW) are in place and requirements are met prior to commissioning.

• Evaluate and improve commissioning processes by implementing lessons learned and sharing best practices across the business.

• Track commissioning progress with a standardised reporting system, delivering accurate updates and early warnings of risks to milestone dates or handovers.

• Collaborate with project teams, engineers, subcontractors, and client representatives to ensure alignment with project goals and client expectations.

• Identify and resolve issues arising during installation and commissioning to minimise delays and mitigate risks.

Key Skills & Attributes

• Strong project management skills with the ability to plan, track, and deliver across multiple concurrent projects.

• Good working knowledge of mechanical and public health systems, including testing and validation procedures.

• Sound understanding of regulatory and industry compliance standards.

• Demonstrated ability to manage risk and issue resolution effectively.

• Highly resilient and adaptable, able to navigate dynamic and high-pressure environments.

• Excellent time management, organisation, and prioritisation abilities.

• A strong sense of accountability, ownership, and commitment to delivering quality outcomes.

• Capable of communicating clear expectations and technical requirements to varied audiences.

• Proven experience in collaboration and stakeholder engagement, particularly with clients, engineers, and contractors.

What Our Client Offers

• A collaborative and forward-thinking work environment.

• Opportunities to influence best practices and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Involvement in a wide range of challenging and rewarding projects.

• Commitment to professional development and training support.

Our client is committed to creating an inclusive, safe, and supportive work culture. Applications from diverse backgrounds are welcomed and encouraged.