Commissioning Manager

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?

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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.

As a Commissioning Manager you will be part of an organisation that is 100-percent employee owned, that supports and creates many opportunities for you to advance, succeed and fulfil your career aspirations.

Primary Responsibilities

The primary objective of our Commissioning Managers is to see that the processes involved in the commissioning of engineering services systems have been diligently and accurately planned, managed, executed and recorded.

• Seeing that our commitments to our clients are delivered on time to requisite levels of detail and quality.
• Making full use of the company's management systems in achieving the primary objective.
• Providing consultative advice in determining commissioning and performance requirements, commissioning strategies, programmes, scopes of work and the like.
• Proactively progress commissioning activities throughout the project cycle in conjunction with the General Contractor and Vendors.

Additionally, at all times:

• Engaging with other members of the Company to help improve existing systems and procedures
• Talking the role of Champion in an area of specific technical interest
• To promote the company and the wider group through marketing activities

Key Responsibilities

• To act safely at all times in compliance with the Company's health and safety policy and procedures.
• To work diligently, efficiently and professionally at all times.
• To ensure technical compliance and high quality production of our deliverables.
• To work closely as part of a Client and/or General Contractor's team in developing commissioning strategies and processes which align fully with project objectives.
• To fully adopt the Company's project and internal management systems to see that the building services are fully commissioned in accordance with the contract documentation.
• To maintain an awareness of project finances and control expenditure thereof.
• To attend meetings as required.
• To prepare reports that include technical content and progress/key issue detail.
• To develop project specific commissioning management/validation documents and procedures.
• To comment technically on drawings, manuals and technical submittals.
• To develop project specific method statements, test scripts and the like.
• To be aware and report internally on project scope change.
• To work with other members of a professional team in evaluating progress, difficulties and costs.

General Dutie

• To look ahead with a view to arranging test instrumentation required for testing.
• To assist in the development of tender submissions.
• To accurately complete timesheets on a weekly basis.
• To pro-actively support other members of staff in undertaking their work.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Batchelor Degree in engineering or equivalent is desirable. Considerable experience will be sought to demonstrate project management skills, (Member of CIBSE, ASHRAE or equivalent professional qualifications an advantage.)
• Minimum 5 years' experience within a Project Management/Commissioning Management function in a building service orientated business. Worked within company Quality & Environmental policies and procedures. IT Literate - MS Office package.
• A strong communicator with a direct and open style. Enthusiasm and drive with evidence of strong client focus, a flexible and resilient attitude. Achievement orientation / drive for results. Demonstrate leadership qualities and/or aspirations.
• Self-motivated, Dynamic, Professional, Resilient, Continuously self-improve.
• Ability and willingness to work flexible hours as determined by the needs of the business.
• Always ready to go the "extra mile" for clients (Internal & External). Actively demonstrates a pride in, and an enthusiasm for meeting client needs. Spots opportunities to increase service levels.
• Able to fit in with the team. Can work with minimal supervision. Can develop effective and supportive relationships with colleagues. Is considerate towards others and creates a team spirit.
• Communicates confidently, fluently and logically. Holds other's attention when speaking.
• Ability to identify the issues and plan ahead. Can meet deadlines and respond to tasks within a timescale. Can display attention to detail so that all systems, procedures and paperwork are absolutely factual and correctly presented.
• Accepts personal responsibility for developing own skills to improve effectiveness.
• Generates new ideas to add value to the business. Supports and implements new ways of doing things. Open to change and encourages others to view change positively.
• Ability to involve, motivate and gain commitment from others.
• Assimilates information and uses effectively to make decisions.
• Able to focus on desired outcomes, and take decisive action when circumstances change.

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Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Must be willing to travel to site-based locations as reasonably based on HDR needs
• Must be an experienced engineer, either a licensed PE or a field technician with excellent understanding of MEP systems, HVAC controls, the T&B process, etc
• Must have good computer skills and effective typing skills
• Understanding of Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Project software
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Be familiar with the organization of design documents, the preparation of the multidiscipline designs, and the delivery of the design & construction services
• Strong knowledge of construction practices, systems engineering, operations fundamentals, contracting, and general business operations
• Understanding of project accounting and financial management tools
• Ability to prioritize and organize work; ability to work on multiple tasks concurrently
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.