Commissioning Director

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Job Summary

Leads the Commissioning and Quality strategy and execution across EMEA for large-scale Data Centre construction programmes including greenfield and retrofit sites. Responsible for ensuring consistent high-quality delivery of Commissioning and Quality activities that enable successful project outcomes operational readiness and achievement of Ready for Service (RFS) milestones.

Responsibilities

Programme Leadership

• Lead regional Commissioning and Quality programmes across multiple concurrent construction projects

• Develop and implement standardised commissioning plans schedules and delivery frameworks

• Oversee pipeline planning to inform resource allocation and execution strategy

• Partner with Construction Operations and contractors to ensure seamless project delivery

• Provide input into project budgets testing strategies (FAT/FPT) and Critical Environment Programmes

Stakeholder & Customer Leadership

• Act as senior point of contact for customer engagement during commissioning

• Present progress against commissioning milestones including RFS readiness

• Lead resolution of escalations to maintain stakeholder confidence and delivery outcomes

Operational Excellence

• Drive adherence to commissioning standards governance and best practices

• Lead continuous improvement of commissioning processes and frameworks

• Standardise commissioning scopes and schedules aligned to customer requirements

Reporting & Insights

• Own commissioning reporting across projects ensuring accuracy and transparency

• Oversee production of commissioning documentation test procedures and operational readiness reports

• Leverage data and insights to improve performance and inform future delivery

Vendor & Partner Management

• Lead commissioning vendor strategy including RFPs selection and performance management

• Define vendor KPIs conduct business reviews and drive continuous improvement

• Lead external commissioning resources and governance forums

Qualifications

• Significant data centre commissioning experience in mission-critical environments

• Proven leadership across large complex construction programmes

• Strong technical expertise in electrical and/or mechanical systems

• Bachelors Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering preferred

The targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are:

Italy - ML1 Milan : 106000 - 158000 EUR / Annual

Our pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full-time position determined by role level and location.The pay range shown is based on our compensation structure in place at the time of posting and may be updated periodically based on business needs. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills experience and relevant education and/or training.

The targeted pay range listed reflects the base pay only and does not include bonus equity or benefits. Employees are eligible for bonus and equity may be offered depending on the position.

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