via Indeed · 16 September 2026 ·3 days ago

Commissioning Manager (Mechanical OR Electrical Construction background)

Higgins McGrath
Bristol Full-time
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Commissioning Manager – Mechanical \& Electrical

Bristol \| Permanent \| Competitive Salary \+ Package

What if your next commissioning role put you at the centre of a project where getting it right really matters?

This is an opportunity to join an established, multi\-disciplinary building services contractor with an impressive portfolio across the UK, Ireland and beyond.

You'll be the person making sure complex M\&E systems are tested, integrated, commissioned and handed over properly, working alongside specialist subcontractors, project teams, clients and the wider professional team.

About the Role

You'll take responsibility for the day\-to\-day management and coordination of M\&E commissioning activities, ensuring everything is delivered against programme, quality and cost expectations.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Managing the complete M\&E commissioning process.

  • Coordinating specialist commissioning subcontractors and trade contractors.

  • Reviewing commissioning method statements and witnessing site testing.

  • Coordinating testing, commissioning and system integration.

  • Managing water treatment and utility interfaces.

  • Reviewing service designs within your discipline.

  • Working closely with clients, consultants and project teams.
What We're Looking For

We're interested in hearing from Mechanical or Electrical Commissioning Managers who have substantial experience delivering commissioning on domestic and/or commercial building services projects.

At the same time Higgins McGrath are very happy to speak with Mechanical Project Managers, Mechanical Contracts Managers, Electrical Project Managers and Electrical Contracts Managers who have some knowledge or exposure to commissioning

You'll ideally have:

  • A recognised Mechanical/Electrical installation or engineering qualification.

  • Proven commissioning experience within M\&E/building services.

  • Previous project management experience.

  • SMSTS.

  • Strong understanding of complex M\&E systems and commissioning sequences.

  • Experience managing specialist subcontractors.

  • Excellent communication, organisation and problem\-solving skills.

  • A practical, hands\-on approach and the ability to work under pressure.
CSA Level 4\+ would be advantageous but isn't essential.

Why Join?

This isn't just another commissioning position.

You'll be joining a business that has built its reputation around engineering excellence, innovation and delivering technically demanding projects across sectors including residential, hospitality, education, commercial, heavy industrial and healthcare.

You'll also have access to genuine long\-term career development, professional training and a strong benefits package, including healthcare, pension, enhanced family benefits, paid professional subscriptions and additional annual leave linked to length of service.

The Opportunity

If you're a Mechanical or Electrical Commissioning Manager who wants to work on a project where your technical expertise, judgement and ability to get things over the line will genuinely be noticed, this is worth a conversation.

Commission the project properly. Build your reputation. Take the next step in your career.

Apply now for a confidential discussion.

Pay: £65,646\.74\-£79,202\.68 per year

Benefits:

  • Free parking

  • Life insurance

  • On\-site parking

  • Private medical insurance
Work Location: In person

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