HDR

Engineering

ElectricalCommissioningManager

£85–120k ~AI est. London, England, United Kingdom FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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optimal for Manager candidates.

The Brief

“Electrical Commissioning Manager at HDR. Skills: Electrical commissioning, Life safety systems, Project management. Lead and oversee commissioning. Ensure deliverables completed on time”

What You'll Achieve.

Deliver safe systems; Deliver high-quality systems; Deliver fully operational systems; Meet project requirements; Meet regulatory standards; Meet client expectations

Industry & Context.

Engineering
Problems you'll solve

Anticipate issues; Plan proactively

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Minimum 5 years’ experience in commissioning, Minimum 5 years’ experience in project management, Demonstrated expertise in commissioning electrical systems, Demonstrated expertise in commissioning life safety systems, Knowledge of Electrical systems, Knowledge of fire detection systems, Knowledge of emergency lighting systems, Knowledge of alarm systems, Familiarity with applicable codes, Familiarity with applicable standards, Familiarity with industry best practices, Experience working within quality management systems, Experience working within environmental management systems, Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Proficiency in general IT tools

Nice to Have

Professional membership advantageous

What You'll Do.

Lead and oversee commissioning

Ensure deliverables completed on time

Ensure deliverables completed within scope

Ensure deliverables completed to quality standards

Develop commissioning strategies

Implement commissioning strategies

Develop commissioning plans

Implement commissioning plans

Develop commissioning procedures

Implement commissioning procedures

Review electrical designs

Review electrical specifications

Review electrical drawings

Prepare commissioning programmes

Review commissioning programmes

Provide technical guidance

Coordinate commissioning activities

Manage Cause & Effect (C&E)

Validate Cause & Effect (C&E)

Manage Integrated Systems Test (IST)

Validate Integrated Systems Test (IST)

Review technical input on drawings

Review technical input on specifications

Review technical input on manuals

Review technical input on submittals

Prepare detailed reports

Monitor project scope changes

Communicate scope change impacts

Support management of commissioning budgets

Support management of commissioning resources

Contribute to delay analysis

Contribute to recovery planning

Assist with variation assessments

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Coordinate with contractors; Coordinate with vendors; Coordinate with project stakeholders; Communicate impacts internally

Communication Scope

Convey technical information

Process & Methodology

Commissioning management, Scope management, Budget management, Resource management, Delay analysis, Recovery planning

Full Job Description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? Watch Our Story: ' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'  Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.  Primary Objective As an Electrical Commissioning Manager , you will lead and oversee the commissioning of electrical and life safety systems across complex engineering projects. This role ensures that all commissioning activities are thoroughly planned, executed, validated, and documented to meet project requirements, regulatory standards, and client expectations. You will play a key role in delivering safe, high-quality, and fully operational systems. Responsibilities: Ensure all commissioning deliverables are completed on time, within scope, and to the highest quality standards Develop and implement commissioning strategies, plans, and procedures aligned with project objectives Review electrical designs, specifications, and drawings for commissionability, safety, and compliance. Prepare or review commissioning programmes, integrated with the master construction programme Provide technical guidance on commissioning requirements, performance criteria, and project scopes Coordinate commissioning activities with contractors, vendors, and project stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle and Ensure BS 7671 inspection & testing is correctly executed and recorded Manage and validate Cause & Effect (C&E) and Integrated Systems Test (IST) to confirm proper interaction of life safety systems Review and provide techn

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