Commissioning Manager - Frankfurt

Job Description

Job Title: Commissioning Manager – Data Centre Projects

Location: Frankfurt, Germany

Employment Type: Contract

Day Rate: €900

About the Role

GemPool is partnering with a leading organisation in the mission-critical infrastructure sector to hire an experienced Commissioning Manager. This role will focus on the delivery of commissioning activities on cutting-edge data centre projects, ensuring compliance, quality, and timely execution across all commissioning levels.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage commissioning Levels 1–3, including on-site testing, vendor attendance coordination, load bank arrangements, and associated planning.
• Review Level 2 and Level 3 documentation to ensure compliance with Cx and construction requirements for data centres.
• Conduct site walks and ensure testing is carried out in accordance with the employer’s requirements.
• Support the commissioning agent in managing Levels 4 and 5 testing, executed by the general contractor.
• Oversee the CxDE (Commissioning Digital Environment) platform to track and monitor tagging, create checklists, and manage other commissioning tasks.
• Ensure all testing is completed on schedule and in line with approved procedures.
• Establish and lead daily and weekly coordination meetings to meet contractual and operational needs.
• Compile, upload, and verify all testing and commissioning documentation, ensuring accurate recordkeeping in designated platforms.
• Issue Method of Procedures (MOPs) promptly, particularly for live buildings.
• Confirm that all required test equipment (load banks, data loggers, PQMs, etc.) is available and operational on time.
• Build and maintain strong professional relationships with clients and third-party commissioning teams.
• Monitor construction activities in collaboration with Mechanical, Electrical, and CSA disciplines.
• Manage project Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and Control of Hazardous Energy (COHE) processes and procedures.

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience in commissioning management within data centre or other mission-critical environments.
• Strong understanding of commissioning documentation, processes, and compliance requirements.
• Excellent organisational skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proficient in managing commissioning tracking systems and digital platforms.
• Familiarity with LOTO/COHE safety processes.

If you’re looking to take ownership of complex commissioning programmes, work alongside industry-leading professionals, and make a tangible impact on high-profile mission-critical projects, we’d love to hear from you.