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.
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