Manager – Commissioning

Role overview

Commissioning and delivery

• Oversee commissioning of new data center facilities, including hardware installation, system integration, and performance testing.
• Lead testing and commissioning of electrical, mechanical, and ELV systems.
• Develop commissioning procedures, schedules, SAT and IST scripts, and related documentation.
• Conduct site inspections for compliance with design specifications, industry standards, and good practices.
• Coordinate site meetings with contractors, technical advisors, suppliers, and vendors.
• Monitor project progress, milestones, risks, and schedules, and provide regular updates.
• Collaborate with design teams to review drawings, clarify design intent, and resolve technical issues.
• Ensure system functionality, quality assurance, safety compliance, and operational requirements.
• Review and approve method statements, risk assessments, and commissioning procedures.
• Witness and validate Factory Acceptance Testing against project requirements.
• Liaise with government and local authorities to obtain necessary approvals.
• Participate in prequalification and technical evaluation of Technical Advisors and General Contractors.

Defects and handover

• Manage the Defects Liability Period, coordinate defect closure with contractors, and ensure complete documentation.
• Oversee handover of completed systems to Khazna Operations and end clients, ensuring compliance and operational readiness.
• Support continuous improvement by capturing lessons learned.

Qualifications and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering; Master’s degree preferred.
• At least 7 years of experience in data center construction, operations, and delivery, including at least 5 years in testing, commissioning, operations, and compliance.
• Proven experience managing operations, testing, and commissioning of complex electromechanical systems.
• Ability to manage multiple projects while meeting timelines and quality standards.
• Strong knowledge of industry compliance requirements and local and international standards.

Work requirements and competencies

• Willingness to work on-site during commissioning, work flexible hours, and handle emergencies.
• Willingness to travel between local sites and offices, as well as regionally.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, stakeholder management, client management, and customer service; awareness of emerging technologies.