Clear RecruitmentClear Recruitment home
Back to all vacancies

Commissioning Director at Clear in APAC (Remote)

ClearAPAC (Remote)about 21 hours ago
Design & CommissioningExecutive Search

About the job

This is a senior leadership position responsible for driving Levels 1-6 commissioning activities, managing client relationships, and overseeing multidisciplinary teams throughout the commissioning lifecycle. The successful candidate will play a key role in the delivery of large-scale data center developments while ensuring operational excellence, safety, and quality across the portfolio.


Responsibilities

  • Lead the commissioning strategy and execution across multiple hyperscale data center projects.
  • Oversee Levels 1-6 commissioning activities from design review through to final handover and client acceptance.
  • Manage and coordinate commissioning teams, contractors, consultants, and key project stakeholders.
  • Ensure all mechanical, electrical, and integrated systems are tested, verified, and commissioned to project requirements.
  • Develop commissioning programmes, procedures, and reporting frameworks.
  • Drive quality assurance and compliance throughout all commissioning phases.
  • Support project teams during design, construction, commissioning, and operational readiness stages.
  • Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies to ensure programme milestones are achieved.
  • Maintain strong client relationships and provide regular progress updates to senior stakeholders.
  • Ensure all commissioning activities are executed in accordance with health, safety, and industry best practices.


Requirements

  • Proven experience within data center commissioning environments.
  • Strong MEP background with either an electrical or mechanical bias.
  • Extensive knowledge of Levels 1-6 commissioning processes.
  • Previous experience working for a General Contractor or Commissioning Consultancy.
  • Minimum of 3 years' hyperscale data center commissioning experience.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead commissioning teams across complex mission-critical projects.
  • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
  • Ability to operate effectively within a fast-paced project environment.


If you match the above requirements please reach out to me for a confidential call conor.halligan@clear-er.com

Not the right role?

We work across a wide range of disciplines and often have unlisted opportunities in the pipeline. Speak to a consultant about what you're looking for.