M&E Commissioning Manager

  • CHS Group
  • St. Albans, Hertfordshire
  • Sep 12, 2025
Full time Construction Management Architect and Design

Job Description

M&E Commissioning Manager required - Hertfordshire

- Up to 75,000 plus package

I'm looking for an experienced Commissioning Manager to lead all aspects of commissioning for complex refurbishment and M&E upgrade projects, often within operational hospital settings. This role ensures systems are safe, compliant, and fully operational before handover.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop, manage, and implement commissioning plans for building services and specialist systems.

  • Oversee commissioning of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and life safety systems in line with HTM, SFG20, and project standards.

  • Coordinate with design teams, M&E subcontractors, and client representatives to ensure readiness for commissioning.

  • Lead commissioning meetings, witness testing, and manage snagging and defect resolution.

  • Ensure compliance with CDM, health & safety, and infection control protocols on live hospital sites.

  • Manage all commissioning documentation including checklists, test sheets, O&M manuals, and certification.

  • Support integration of new systems into existing infrastructure with minimal disruption to critical services.

  • Contribute to project handover and post-completion review.

Key Requirements

  • Proven experience in commissioning management within the UK construction industry, ideally on hospital or healthcare projects.

  • Strong knowledge of M&E systems and relevant guidance (e.g., HTMs, CIBSE, BSRIA).

  • Excellent planning, coordination, and stakeholder management skills.

  • Experience working in live/occupied environments with awareness of infection prevention and control protocols.