Commissioning Project Manager - Data Centre at CAI (Europe / Ireland)
CAI· Europe / Ireland·
Role details
Work type
Onsite
Employment
Full-Time
Job description
At CAI, we help deliver some of the world's most advanced mission critical facilities. From hyperscale data centres to complex digital infrastructure programmes, our teams ensure facilities are commissioned safely, efficiently and ready for operation from day one.
As our Mission Critical business continues to grow across Europe, we are seeking experienced Commissioning Project Managers to lead commissioning delivery on large scale data centre projects.
This is an opportunity to join a globally recognised commissioning consultancy and play a key role in projects supporting cloud computing, AI, and digital infrastructure.
What You'll Do
- Lead commissioning programmes from construction through handover
- Manage multidisciplinary commissioning teams including Electrical, Mechanical and Controls Engineers
- Develop commissioning execution plans, schedules and procedures
- Drive project safety culture and commissioning best practices
- Coordinate contractors, vendors, client stakeholders and operations teams
- Lead FATs, SATs, integrated systems testing (IST) and final turnover activities
- Manage project reporting, risk registers, issue resolution and change control
- Ensure successful project delivery against schedule, quality and performance objectives
- Act as a trusted advisor to clients throughout the commissioning lifecycle
What We're Looking For
- 8+ years' experience in mission critical, data centre or complex infrastructure projects
- Experience leading commissioning activities on large scale projects
- Strong understanding of MEP systems and critical environments
- Experience with commissioning plans, procedures and integrated testing
- Excellent stakeholder management and leadership skills
- Ability to operate in a fast-paced project environment
- PMP or equivalent project management certification desirable
- Able to work in the EU without sponsorship now or in the future
Why Join CAI?
- Exposure to high profile hyperscale projects
- International project opportunities
- Strong technical and professional development support
- Opportunity to work alongside recognised industry experts
Why work at CAI
- Culture of teamwork and continuous improvement – employee testimonials highlight a supportive team environment and commitment to process excellence.
- Global, varied projects – work on high-impact projects for leading pharma and data center clients across 21 countries.
- Clear career growth – career/professional development opportunities, exposure to multiple disciplines (validation, automation, commissioning, human performance).
- Benefits package – comprehensive health insurance, paid time off, competitive 401(k) contribution, income protection, and additional local-region benefits.
- Remote/hybrid/office policy – roles vary; many positions are client-site based (e.g., commissioning engineers travel to data centers or manufacturing sites). Some office locations available.
- Engineering culture – strong focus on quality, problem-solving, and precision; ideal for engineers, validation specialists, and project managers who thrive in regulated environments.