Senior Commissioning Manager

Role Overview Senior Commissioning Manager – Burghfield, near Reading, Berkshire (Open to relocating/working away applicants). Full Time Onsite with Weekend Overtime. Competitive Salary with generous benefits package. Uplifts and allowances available for working away. NG Bailey has a vacancy for a Senior Commissioning Manager to join us on a nuclear project in Burghfield near Reading. The successful applicant will manage and control all aspects of commissioning within NG Bailey project scope, as set out within the Management of Commissioning Activities document, ensuring that an auditable and structured approach is deployed to deliver services that operate and perform in accordance with the design intent. Due to the nature of the project, the successful applicant will be required to obtain security clearance to work on this site; therefore we can only consider British nationals who have not worked outside the UK in the last five years. Core responsibilities Manage the project commissioning team, including specialist sub‑contractors to satisfy contractual and company obligations across all commissioning activity, system integration, commissioning management and project handover. Compile, communicate and maintain all aspects of the project commissioning plan, including commissioning strategy, programme, hand‑over plans / documentation, reporting templates, inspection and test plans, client witnessing and training schedules. Ensure that company/project/customer requirements in respect of commissioning are well understood throughout the project team and that all commissioning activity and sequences accurately reflect these, with appropriate customer approvals/witnessing sought and delivered. Provide assurance that testing activity and records are conducted and presented in accordance with company and contract requirements, ensuring that documentation demonstrates appropriately calibrated test equipment is used throughout the execution of all testing and commissioning activities. Work with the wider project team to review and critique design and installation drawings to maximise efficiency of the commissioning solution, regularly checking the installed works for commissioning readiness and appropriateness. Support the Planning manager in the development, sequencing and reporting of the detailed commissioning programme. Produce regular and comprehensive reports for external stakeholders that satisfy company and project requirements, and provide accurate and timely metrics for inclusion in internal site progress and financial reporting templates. Lead regular internal commissioning meetings in preparation for progress meetings and workshops with customer, end client and specialist sub‑contractors as required. Ensure clear communication of progress, constraints and blockers, driving action to resolve them by drawing upon other team members and stakeholders where required. Determine client witnessing and demonstration requirements, leading the delivery of these to the satisfaction of the customer. Collate all test documentation for inclusion within hand‑over materials, ensuring compliance with contract requirements. Assist the wider project team and/or technical authors in compiling O&M manuals and other relevant hand‑over materials. Plan for and lead any seasonal commissioning requirements to comply with contract obligations. What we're looking for Previous relevant experience in a building services commissioning role, preferably within regulated industries and with either a Mechanical or Electrical bias. Understanding of BSRIA and CIBSE/BESA Standards. A meticulous focus on quality and safety, particularly nuclear safety culture. Experience at senior management level overseeing a team of managers and engineers. Capability to obtain SC security clearance through the national vetting authority. Next Steps As a business, we're on a journey to build on a culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us We are one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3,000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward‑thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground‑breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies. Progression is something we value, and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be. #J-18808-Ljbffr