Global Senior Technical Manager - Commissioning/HVAC

Role : Senior Global Technical Manager Mechanical HVAC Location : Remote – Supporting Data Centres across various Locations in Europe Industry : Engineering Solutions – Data Centers Purpose Our Commissioning teams support clients in delivering resilient, sustainable, and state-of-the-art mission-critical facilities worldwide. We ensure projects are completed predictably and that facilities are fully operational upon handover. As a Global Senior Technical Manager-Mechanical/HVAC, you will be a key member of our Quality & Commissioning team, leveraging your technical expertise and project management skills to oversee mechanical completion, pre-commissioning, and commissioning/handover phases. You will have a proven track record of leading high-performing teams to deliver consistent, high-quality results for our customers. Experience in a matrix organization and working across global regions (EMEA, APAC, AMER) is preferred. Role Description

Commissioning & Project Execution

• Lead and support mechanical/HVAC commissioning teams across global projects, ensuring a standardized and efficient approach.
• Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) in mission-critical mechanical/HVAC systems commissioning and operations.
• Interpret design documentation to ensure facilities operate within the required parameters.
• Define scope and execution plans, ensuring adherence to best practices.
• Ensure rigorous compliance with safety protocols (PTW, SSOW, LOTO, etc.).
• Develop completion strategies (L0-L6) from planning through handover.
• Oversee project setup, scheduling, and tag forecasting to align with best practices.
• Provide guidance and accountability for all stakeholders in the commissioning process.

Technical Leadership & Quality Management

• Develop and implement commissioning strategies based on lean management principles, streamlining processes and eliminating inefficiencies.
• Organize technical validation workshops to facilitate system completion planning.
• Manage construction completions, pre-commissioning strategies, and equipment/system startup sequences.
• Audit commissioning resource loading and ensure project teams have the required competencies.
• Work closely with QA/QC teams to align commissioning with quality standards.
• Leverage data-driven decision-making to monitor project health and risks.

Stakeholder & Documentation Management

• Establish and maintain strong stakeholder relationships with internal teams, clients, contractors, and vendors.
• Manage the documentation process, ensuring specifications, technical submittals, and commissioning records are meticulously maintained.
• Ensure all project deliverables align with customer expectations and are in place before commissioning begins.
• Effectively communicate commissioning expectations and performance accountability to all project stakeholders.

Interpersonal & Leadership Skills

• Strong leadership with experience managing high-performing teams.
• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional and matrix organizations.
• Client-focused mindset with experience in stakeholder management.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a solutions-driven attitude.
• Excellent communication skills (English required, additional languages beneficial).
• Commercially astute with the ability to build and maintain relationships under project pressures.
• Ability to mentor and develop teams, fostering a culture of excellence.

Mechanical System/HVAC Expertise

Candidates must have hands-on experience with the installation, commissioning, testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance of industrial/commercial mechanical and piping systems, including:

Key Systems Expertise:

• HVAC systems (AHUs, FCUs, VRV/VRF)
• Fuel transfer systems, heat pumps, boilers, district heating
• Pumping systems, variable speed drives
• Chiller systems (air & water), cooling towers, CRAC/CRAH systems
• Fire protection systems (sprinkler, wet fire, LSS)
• Process piping and general mechanical completion
• Building Management Systems (BMS/BAS), PLC systems
• Load testing, system integration, sequence of operation execution
• QA/QC knowledge and in-progress inspection management
• Pre-commissioning, loop testing, and validation techniques

Qualifications & Experience

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (mechanical, electrical, or related field).
• 10+ years of hands-on commissioning and commissioning management experience.
• Expertise in MEP systems commissioning and complex electrical/mechanical system interfaces.
• Experience in data centers, power, oil & gas, or pharmaceutical industries.
• Strong leadership skills, with a proven track record in managing teams and driving results.
• Project Management Certification (or equivalent experience in project planning and execution).

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in engineering or project management.
• Professional Engineer (PE) certification.

Key Relationships

• Commissioning Teams
• Executive Leadership
• Regional Delivery Teams
• Engineering & Design Teams
• Project Directors & Clients
• Quality & Safety Teams

Why This Role? This is an opportunity to lead global commissioning efforts for mission-critical projects, working with top-tier teams and clients. If you have the technical expertise, leadership skills, and global mindset to drive excellence in commissioning, we’d love to hear from you. #J-18808-Ljbffr