Commissioning & Systems Completion Lead

PM Group • Part-time • Northumberland, Northumberland, United Kingdom • 6d ago

Overview

Commissioning & Systems Completion Lead

Position Type
Contract

Location
Northumberland

Categories
Engineering, CQV


PM Group requires a Commissioning Lead will be responsible for monitoring the Principal Contractors (PC) commissioning process and execution of the scope being HVAC, mechanical, electrical, data, BMS, Business Technology (BT) and utility/sprinkler systems. The role ensures systems are commissioned safely, efficiently, timely and in compliance with Project URS, GMP, GxP, FDA, EU GMP, and project-specific requirements. The Commissioning Lead acts as the primary interface with the PC between construction, engineering, CQV, Business Technology (BT) and quality assurance personnel. The commissioning lead will also liaise with client operations/BT, and equipment vendors to assist in the delivery of operational and validated systems from installation through start-up and handover. Note that this role will be full-time, site-based to monitor progress.

Responsibilities

Commissioning Management

· Review the PC development and execution of the overall commissioning strategy.

· Continual review of the PC commissioning activities across HVAC, mechanical, electrical, piping utilities, and automation systems.

· Review system boundaries and turnover strategies.

· Review and approval of CP commissioning test plans.

· Review of commissioning schedules aligned with project milestones.

· Review of the PC commissioning resources, contractors, vendors, and specialist subcontractors.

· Monitor the PC commissioning readiness and ensure systems are available for testing and qualification as to the Project programme/schedule.

· Monitor commissioning progress and report status to the Project

· Delivery Manager and planning lead.

· Attend commissioning meetings and readiness reviews with the PC.

· Input into technical issues and commissioning conflicts.

Project Planning & Coordination

· Monitoring that the PC is maintaining detailed commissioning schedules for all systems that require commissioning qualification.

· Collaboratively work with the PC to resolve any hurdles that may arise.

· Understand the PC supply chain to have a grasp on the commissioning sequence to monitor the sequences of the testing.

· Work closely with the Project Planner to assist in tracking the PC

· Project schedule and collaboratively review progress on site.

· Work closely with the Project Engineer and HSE Lead.

· Attend daily, weekly and monthly Project meetings.

Technical & Engineering Support

· Review and interpret the PC engineering drawings, specifications, and installation plans where and when required.

· Thorough knowledge of the Project standards, URS and specifications.

· Review of the PC construction sequence method statements and risk assessments for each commissioning activity prior to commencement of the testing.

· Monitor that the PC is pro-actively collating turn over dossiers to the pre-approved index to ensure completion on the scope of works.

Quality & Compliance

· Monitor installation of the works to ensure compliance with design, codes, and safety standards.

· Reviewing the PC commissioning and test plans (CTP) prior to testing.

· Conduct ad hoc inspections and raise any warranted concerns with the PC.

· As and when required by the scope CTP, participating in witness and or hold points.

· If required, raise NEC corrective defect notices in line with the Project Engineer whilst monitoring that the PC is working to timely close out the corrective action to ensure schedule up keep.

· The raising of an NEC early warning notification in collaboration with the Project Engineer and NEC Project Manager.

· Ensure all materials and workmanship meet NEC contract and industry requirements as set out in the Project scope of work.

· Review and approval of commissioning plans, risk assessments, method statements, functional test protocols, commissioning test records, punch lists, system turnover packages and commissioning summary reports.

· Ensure turnover packages are complete and accurate to allow the validation team and operations team to successfully complete their checks and balances on completion of commissioning for validated / GMP systems.

Health, Safety & Environment

· Promote and enforce safety practices prior to dynamic and static testing.

· Participate in toolbox talks, safety audits, and risk assessments when required or requested.

· Monitor HSE daily and participate in the CP safety programme.

· Liaise with the HSE Lead in all matters relating to commissioning testing activities.

· Participate in PSSER (Process Safety Reviews) with all required stakeholders.

Commercial & Documentation

· Ensure up to date calibration certification is available prior to testing for piping, electrical and data systems.

· Verifying subcontractor claims that may be raised, this will require coordination with the NEC Project Manager.

· Ensure that the CP maintain accurate as-built records, and documentation for turnover packages.

· Stakeholder Coordination

· Interface with Team Members, consultants, and PC to ensure clear communication and issue resolution when required.

· Participate in commissioning and or validation coordination meetings and progress reviews.

Project Specific

· Part of the Project scope is to ‘tie-in’ existing buildings and services to the new facility.

· As Commissioning Lead you will be expected to excel in the following:

· The main point of contact for engineering team members for all matters relating to the scope prior to commencement of the activity.

· Management of change - Support the Change Control Team’ for all matters applicable to the scope.

· Liaise with Project HSSE Lead to ensure that the scope is managed and coordinated with all relevant stakeholders to ensure ‘Business as Usual’

Qualifications

Qualifications & Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural, or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent). Minimum [5–10] years’ experience in pharmaceutical industry or highly regulated industries. Familiar with relevant codes and standards and understanding of Project URS. Demonstrated experience in commissioning of HVAC, electrical, data, BMS and mechanical utilities, clean systems and room/area finishes. Experience managing CQV and system turnover activities. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organisational skills. Demonstrated commitment to safety and quality assurance.


Off-Payroll Working Rules

This role is believed to be inside/outside IR35.

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