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Blue Fox

Commissioning Manager

Hybrid

London, United kingdom

Freelance

03-12-2025

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Skills

Communication Leadership Test Autonomy

Job Specifications

Commissioning Manager – Data Centre Build

Location: Canary Wharf, London

Contract: 10 Months (Client-Side)

Start: ASAP

We’re supporting a leading data centre developer in Canary Wharf as they ramp up delivery on a major new build. They are seeking an experienced Commissioning Manager to oversee and drive all commissioning activities across this fast-paced project.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead, coordinate and manage all commissioning phases across MEP systems.
Develop and oversee commissioning plans, schedules, and methodologies.
Manage contractor performance, ensuring quality, safety, and compliance.
Interface directly with the client, design teams, vendors, and contractors.
Review documentation including FAT/SAT, test scripts, and handover packages.
Ensure commissioning milestones are met and report progress to senior stakeholders.
Support integrated systems testing and final project handover.

Requirements:

Proven experience as a Commissioning Manager on large-scale data centre or mission-critical projects.
Strong technical background in MEP systems (HVAC, electrical, controls, etc.).
Excellent leadership, communication and coordination skills.
Ability to work client-side and manage multiple stakeholders.
Available for a 10-month London-based contract.

What’s on Offer:

Join a high-profile data centre project in the heart of Canary Wharf.
Client-side environment with autonomy and influence.
Competitive day rate and long contract duration.

If you’re a commissioning specialist ready to step into a flagship London project, get in touch to discuss full details.

About the Company

The Hunt for High Performance Starts Here. Blue Fox was founded to elevate the game in mission-critical consultancy and recruitment--cutting through the noise with precision, speed, and true partnership. With over 30 years' combined experience in white-collar recruitment across tech infrastructure and mission-critical construction globally, we understand this sector inside out. Our clients build the future. We lay the foundations. What We Do 1. Strategic Hires - When the hire matters most, average won't cut it. We will partn... Know more