Senior Data Centre Commissioning Specialist

Seeking a skilled Commissioning Manager to lead the execution of commissioning activities for hyperscale data centre construction projects.

• Lead all commissioning phases, including planning, execution, verification, and system turnover.
• Coordinate with construction, MEPF, QA / QC, and operations teams to execute a comprehensive commissioning plan.
• Oversee and validate testing procedures including FAT, SAT, and Level 1 through Level 5 commissioning activities.
• Review and manage commissioning documentation, including method statements, test scripts, checklists, and reports.
• Track commissioning progress and ensure alignment with the master project schedule.
• Conduct site inspections, system walkdowns, and operational readiness reviews to ensure performance and compliance.
• Resolve technical issues, manage punch lists, and support root cause investigations of non-conformances.
• Interface with contractors, OEMs, and third-party commissioning agents to ensure high-quality execution.
• Ensure proper documentation, reporting, and turnover to client operations teams.
• Maintain compliance with safety protocols, local regulations, and commissioning standards.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Building Services, or a related technical discipline OR at least 6+ years of direct commissioning experience on large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience commissioning mechanical, electrical, and life safety systems in mission-critical environments (e.g., data centres, hospitals, industrial plants).
• Strong technical understanding of MEP systems, controls, emergency systems, and integrated infrastructure testing.
• Fluent in both Italian and English, written and verbal.
• Experience developing and executing commissioning procedures and documentation to international standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading Level 4 and 5 commissioning activities on hyperscale or enterprise-level data centre projects.
• Familiarity with commissioning procedures from major cloud providers or similar enterprise clients.
• Strong working knowledge of commissioning platforms and tools (e.g., CXAlloy, Bluebeam, or equivalent).
• Certification in commissioning or project management, such as CCP, PMP, LEED AP, or equivalent.