Commissioning Manager – Data Center Projects

About the role

The Commissioning Manager will lead commissioning activities for data‑center projects within Bureau Veritas Construction Services, ensuring compliance with safety standards, SLAs and contract requirements. The role involves developing procedures, managing test scripts, coordinating with commissioning agents and overseeing issue resolution through handover to operations.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee commissioning activities in line with SLAs, safety protocols, HSE Assurance Plans and Global Construction Safety Standards.
• Develop commissioning procedures and standards; manage test scripts, scheduling, coordination, execution and documentation through Commissioning Agents.
• Conduct site inspections, review QA/QC processes, monitor critical tests at Commissioning Levels 2–5 and verify systems function per Basis of Design and Contract Documents.
• Manage the Issue Resolution Log, utilize the Commissioning Management System and ensure timely closure of defects during Operations handover.
• Monitor RFIs and submittals, coordinate with Commissioning Agents to observe, document performance and support timely responses.
• Coordinate commissioning meetings with vendors, manage client representatives on scope and schedule alignment and attend Owner/Architect/Contractor meetings.
• Prepare regular progress reports on scope, schedule, budget and KPI metrics; travel for factory witness testing and report on risks and delays.

Required profile

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or equivalent industry experience.
• 10+ years of experience in data‑center facility maintenance, operation, commissioning and project management.
• Fluent in German and English with strong verbal and written communication skills.

Required skills

• Deep knowledge of UPS systems, switchgear, generators and critical mechanical systems.
• Ability to develop commissioning scripts and manage complex commissioning processes using ACxMS.
• Strong issue identification and resolution management, construction QA/QC expertise.

What we offer

• 30 days annual leave plus additional days off on December 24th and 31st.
• Structured onboarding and continuous professional development.
• Attractive bike‑leasing conditions and numerous discounts through our Corporate Benefits partner.
• Security and stability of a globally leading corporation.
• Flexible and remote working options.
• Public transport pass (Deutschland‑Ticket) subsidy.