Permanent Commissioning Manager (CXa) – Data Centre
Location:Milan, Italy
Employment Type:Permanent
Sector:Data Centres / Mission Critical
Role Overview
We are seeking an experiencedCommissioning Manager (CXa)to join our team on a permanent basis, supporting the delivery of large-scaledata centre projectsin Milan.
The successful candidate will act as theCommissioning Authority, leading all commissioning activities from design through construction, testing, and handover, ensuring systems meet performance, resilience, and operational requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Act as theCommissioning Authority (CXa)for mission-critical data centre projects
Develop and manage thecommissioning plan, programme, and procedures
Review design documentation to ensurecommissionability, redundancy, and compliance
Lead commissioning activities forMEP systemsincluding:
Electrical (HV/LV, UPS, generators)
Mechanical (chillers, CRAH/CRAC, BMS)
Coordinatefactory acceptance tests (FATs)andsite acceptance tests (SATs)
Manageintegrated systems testing (IST)and seasonal testing
Chair commissioning workshops and progress meetings
Ensure commissioning activities align withTIA-942, Uptime Institute, and client standards
Manage handover documentation, O&M; manuals, and training for operations teams
Identify risks and resolve commissioning-related technical issues
Ensure health & safety compliance during commissioning activities
Required Experience & Skills
Proven experience as aCommissioning Manager / CXaondata centre projects
Strong background inmission-critical MEP systems
Experience delivering projects throughdesign, construction, and live environments
Knowledge ofUptime Institute Tier certificationsand/or TIA standards
Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and interface with clients, contractors, and designers
Excellent reporting, coordination, and communication skills
Qualifications
Degree or equivalent inMechanical, Electrical, or Building Services Engineering
Professional certifications (desirable):
CXA / CxA accreditation
Uptime Institute ATD / AOS
Fluent English required;Italian language skillsadvantageous
What's Offered
Permanent position with a growing data centre delivery team
Competitive salary and benefits package
Long-term pipeline ofhyperscale and colocation data centre projects
Opportunity to lead high-profile mission-critical builds in Italy