Commissioning Director

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Job Summary

Leads the Commissioning and Quality strategy and execution across EMEA for large-scale Data Centre construction programmes, including greenfield and retrofit sites. Responsible for ensuring consistent, high-quality delivery of Commissioning and Quality activities that enable successful project outcomes, operational readiness, and achievement of Ready for Service (RFS) milestones.

Responsibilities

Programme Leadership

• Lead regional Commissioning and Quality programmes across multiple concurrent construction projects
• Develop and implement standardised commissioning plans, schedules, and delivery frameworks
• Oversee pipeline planning to inform resource allocation and execution strategy
• Partner with Construction, Operations, and contractors to ensure seamless project delivery
• Provide input into project budgets, testing strategies (FAT/FPT), and Critical Environment Programmes

Stakeholder & Customer Leadership

• Act as senior point of contact for customer engagement during commissioning
• Present progress against commissioning milestones, including RFS readiness
• Lead resolution of escalations to maintain stakeholder confidence and delivery outcomes

Operational Excellence

• Drive adherence to commissioning standards, governance, and best practices
• Lead continuous improvement of commissioning processes and frameworks
• Standardise commissioning scopes and schedules aligned to customer requirements

Reporting & Insights

• Own commissioning reporting across projects, ensuring accuracy and transparency
• Oversee production of commissioning documentation, test procedures, and operational readiness reports
• Leverage data and insights to improve performance and inform future delivery

Vendor & Partner Management

• Lead commissioning vendor strategy, including RFPs, selection, and performance management
• Define vendor KPIs, conduct business reviews, and drive continuous improvement
• Lead external commissioning resources and governance forums

Qualifications

• Significant data centre commissioning experience in mission‑critical environments
• Proven leadership across large, complex construction programmes
• Strong technical expertise in electrical and/or mechanical systems
• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering preferred

Pay Range (Italy – Milan)

106,000 – 158,000 EUR / Annual

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This posting is for a backfill position, meaning it is to fill an existing vacancy within our organization.