Job Title

Commissioning Manager

Job Description Summary

We are seeking an experienced and driven Commissioning Manager to lead the commissioning activities for high-performance data centre projects. This role is critical to ensuring that all systems—mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and life safety—are tested, validated, and transitioned into full operational readiness. You’ll be the linchpin between design, construction, and operations, ensuring seamless delivery of mission-critical infrastructure.

Job Description

About the Role:

Develop and manage the overall commissioning strategy, schedule, and execution plan for data centre projects.Lead commissioning activities across all disciplines (MEP, CSA, IT systems), ensuring alignment with project specifications and client requirements.Coordinate with design consultants, contractors, vendors, and client teams to ensure readiness for commissioning phases.Oversee Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), Integrated Systems Testing (IST), and final handover.Review and approve commissioning documentation including test scripts, procedures, and reports.Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards throughout the commissioning process.

About You:Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related field).8+ years of experience in commissioning, with at least 3 years in data centre or mission-critical environments.Strong understanding of MEP systems, building automation, and integrated testing protocols.Familiarity with commissioning standards (ASHRAE, BCA, LEED, etc.) and QA/QC procedures.Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Procore) and commissioning software.Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

Why join Cushman & Wakefield?

As one of the leading global real estate services firms transforming the way people work, shop and live working at Cushman & Wakefield means you will benefit from:

Being part of a growing global company.Career development and a promote from within culture.An organization committed to Diversity and Inclusion

We're committed to providing work-life balance for our people in an inclusive, rewarding environment.

We achieve this by providing a flexible and agile work environment by focusing on technology and autonomy to help our people achieve their career ambitions. We focus on career progression and foster a promotion from within culture, leveraging global opportunities to ensure we retain our top talent. We encourage continuous learning and development opportunities to develop personal, professional and technical capabilities, and we reward with a comprehensive employee benefits program.

We have a vision of the future, where people simply belong.

 

That's why we support and celebrate inclusive causes, not just on days of recognition throughout the year, but every day. We embrace diversity across race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or persons with disabilities or protected veteran status.

 

We ensure DEI is part of our DNA as a global community - it means we go way beyond than just talking about it - we live it. If you want to live it too, join us.

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