At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That colouring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.

As a Graduate Commissioning Manager, you will be part of an organisation that is 100-percent employee owned, that supports and creates many opportunities for you to advance, succeed and fulfil your career aspirations.

Job holder’s primary objectives

The role of a Graduate Commissioning Manager is to see that building services systems will be, are or have been put to work properly and in accordance with relevant requirements, supported by senior commissioning engineers. The role will include:

To see that our commitments to our clients are delivered on time to requisite levels of detail and quality.
Managing the commissioning process as directed by senior commissioning engineers.
Validating the commissioning process and seeing that results obtained align with requirements.
Inspecting existing systems to determine how they perform.
Providing consultative advice in determining commissioning and performance requirements, commissioning strategies, programmes and scopes of work.
Carrying out measurements, surveys and other technical inspections as directed.

Additionally at all times

Engaging with other members of HDR to help improve existing systems and procedures.
Taking the role of Champion in an area of specific technical interest in time.
To promote HDR and the wider group through marketing activities.

Responsibilities

To act safely at all times in compliance with HDR’s health and safety policy and procedures.
To work diligently, efficiently and professionally at all times.
To ensure technical compliance and high-quality production of our deliverables.
To work closely as part of a main contractor’s or client's team in developing commissioning strategies and processes which align fully with project objectives.
To fully adopt HDR’s project and internal management systems
To attend meetings as required.
To assist preparing both internal and client reports containing technical, commercial and programme aspects.
To assist in the development of project specific commissioning management/validation documents and procedures.
Assist in commission ability reviews on projects for commissioning readiness of the design information.
To comment technically on drawings, manuals and technical submittals.
Carry out independent reading and research to support drawing/specification accuracy.
To support the development of project specific method statements and test scripts.
To work with other members of a professional team in evaluating progress, difficulties and costs.
To undertake hands on commissioning work as necessary and as directed.
Assisting in the planning, monitoring and overall management of the commissioning process.
Ensure document control requirements are fulfilled prior to issue.
Attend workshops with commissioning stakeholders to discuss issues or to get clarification. Support driving issues to resolution by agreed deadlines.
Review, comment and help update commissioning programmes.
Setting up, updating and utilising our Nucleus software to track the commissioning of a project.
Review and comment on trade contractors commissioning method statements.
Complete site walks to check the ongoing installation for commissioning readiness and to check the commissioning.
Interface with the package managers on installation matters impacting the commissioning process.
Attend weekly commissioning meetings to drive the time management and resource planning with consultants and trade contractors, as well as writing meeting minutes.
Collating all test documentation for inclusion within the record documentation.
Shadow witnessing testing and commissioning activities.
Shadow witness Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and assist in reporting in compliance with HDR procedures.

General duties

To look ahead with a view to arranging test instrumentation required for testing as directed.
To assist in the development of tender submissions.
To accurately complete timesheets on a weekly basis.
Maintain a Continuing Professional Development diary to assist in obtaining appropriate qualifications.
Develop an understanding of appropriate Legislation Standards, Building Regulations, and Codes of Practice.
Learn and understand commissioning techniques and develop awareness of other disciplines.
Maintain a training log, recording achievements and experience.
Attend relevant training as required by HDR.
Attend CPD’s and Knowledge Sharing sessions.
Assist in maintaining QA systems on projects.

Required qualifications

Ideally degree qualified in Building Services, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or equivalent – or working towards the equivalent.
Good IT knowledge and experience featuring Microsoft Packages.
Personable and a ‘can do’ attitude with resource management experience.
Be clear, concise, professional, and personable when communicating with clients, colleagues, and suppliers.
Be organised and comfortable juggling multiple work streams.
Work as part as a team and collaboratively and co-operatively.
Must be willing to travel on occasion, duration and frequency of travel will depend on business and project requirements.
Good written, verbal communication and time management skills; exceptional interpersonal skills; ability to interact with people at all levels.
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture.

Why hdr

At HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for it's also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.

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Graduate Commissioning Manager 2025