Job Title: Data Centre Mechanical Commissioning Manager (Contract)

Location: Istanbul, Turkey (On-site)

Employment Type: Contract (Minimum 3 months, with possibility of extension)

MUST BE AVAILABLE TO START IMMEDIATELY

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Data Centre Mechanical Commissioning (Cx) Manager to lead and manage the mechanical commissioning process for our state-of-the-art data centre facility in Istanbul, Turkey.

As a key contractor on-site, you will be responsible for driving the commissioning program from Level 1 (Factory Acceptance Testing) through to Level 5 (Integrated Systems Testing / IST). You will ensure all mission-critical mechanical systems-including hyper-scale cooling, chilled water systems, AHUs/CRAHs, and fire suppression-are tested, validated, and documented to meet strict Uptime Institute Tier standards, ASHRAE guidelines, and local Turkish regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and Manage Cx Process: Oversee the end-to-end commissioning process (L1 to L5) for complex mechanical and critical cooling systems.
• Planning & Scheduling: Develop and execute comprehensive commissioning plans, procedures, and scripts aligned with aggressive project milestones.
• Technical Quality Control: Review and approve method statements, test scripts, and Level 4/5 functional performance testing reports to ensure standard compliance.
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Coordinate closely with design teams, the general contractor, MEP subcontractors, and client operations to resolve technical issues and defects.
• Safety First: Oversee and enforce Control of Hazardous Energy (COHE) and Lockout-Tagout (LOTO) safety protocols during energized commissioning phases.
• Witness & Inspection: Lead site inspections and directly witness crucial functional and load-testing procedures.
• Handover & Documentation: Ensure all commissioning documentation, defect logs, and “as-built” records are fully auditable, localized, and ready for handover to the local facility operations team.

Qualifications & Experience

• Education: BSc or MSc in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or a highly related technical discipline.
• Experience: 10+ years of engineering experience, with a minimum of 3-5 years specifically dedicated to commissioning management in data centres or critical environments (e.g., semiconductor, pharmaceutical, or power plants).
• Technical Expertise: In-depth understanding of high-density cooling systems (Chilled Water, CRAC/CRAH, Adiabatic Systems), BMS controls, and system redundancy models (N+1, 2N).
• Industry Standards: Strong knowledge of ASHRAE commissioning guidelines and Uptime Institute Tier III/IV standards.
• Software Competency: Familiarity with online project management, QA/QC, and commissioning platforms (e.g., CxAlloy, BIM 360, Procore).
• Language & Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills in English. Proficiency in Turkish is highly advantageous for coordinating with local subcontractors and authorities on-site.
• Certifications: Professional credentials such as CDCP, NEBB, ASHRAE Cx, or equivalent are highly desirable.

What We Offer

• Impactful Work: The opportunity to play a leading role on a high-profile, mission-critical infrastructure project in a rapidly growing digital hub.
• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a professional, multidisciplinary team dedicated to construction and engineering excellence.
• Competitive Contract Rate: A competitive daily or monthly contractor rate commensurate with data centre commissioning experience.

Darwin Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Nick Rands