Commissioning Manager (m/w/d)

About Us

SilverBack is the go-to specialised technical recruiter of mobile, scarce talent for international new-industry construction projects. We don't just fill vacancies, we build careers. We believe our candidates are just as important as our clients, and when you partner with us, you get a dedicated team that champions your professional growth.

Currently, we are searching for a Commissioning Manager (m/w/d) for a long-term project based in Munich, Germany.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all commissioning activities on site, including setup, execution, and close-out of the commissioning plan.
• Lead and manage commissioning and testing personnel on site.
• Oversee commissioning tagging processes and procedures.
• Report progress on all commissioning activities internally and externally.
• Chair weekly commissioning meetings and direct daily coordination meetings.
• Lead daily whiteboard meetings related to commissioning activities.
• Coordinate closely with the General Contractor and client teams, ensuring accurate weekly reporting.
• Develop and maintain the project commissioning schedule in collaboration with the project planner.
• Manage Lock Out – Tag Out (LOTO) processes and procedures.
• Control and manage area permits, particularly within critical environments such as electrical switch rooms.
• Compile, verify, and sign off all testing and commissioning documentation.
• Coordinate commissioning schedules with trades, package leads, consultants, and client representatives.
• Track site personnel and ensure daily labour allocation reports are maintained.

Requirements

• Proven experience in commissioning management within large-scale construction or engineering projects.
• Strong background in commissioning processes, systems testing, and project delivery.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary teams on complex projects.
• Solid understanding of commissioning scheduling, documentation, and reporting.
• Knowledge of safety procedures including LOTO and permit-to-work systems.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-performance project environment.
• Relevant technical or engineering qualification preferred.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive daily rate
• 12–16 month contract
• Flights covered
• Accommodation provided
• Transport included
• Opportunity to work on a major international construction project
• Supportive and high-performing project environment

SilverBack is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, marital or family status, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, or sexual orientation.

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