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Lead Commissioning Manager

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London
3 weeks ago
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Would you like to join our excellent, high-performing team?


About Sygna:

Sygna is an independent Commissioning Management and Technical Services consultancy operating across UK and Europe. The company has 20 plus years of expertise delivering customised and complex solutions – spanning a wide range of sectors and projects including the kind of high-functioning spaces you see in data centres and mission-critical facilities, commercial offices, pharmaceutical laboratories, heritage projects, major developments, gigafactories and retail.

From inception and commissioning, through to post-occupancy, we certify building services and technology systems to ensure the design is delivered faithfully and reliably. Sygna is on a mission to lead the field in the commissioning of high-functioning spaces.

We rise to the challenges of our industry, developing innovative technology, simplifying complexity, and fostering a culture of learning, growth, and innovation. It is our priority to continually evolve so we can deliver the best high-functioning spaces for our clients.


Why join Sygna?

Are you someone who takes pride in delivering outstanding results, possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and has an exceptional eye for detail? If so, we want YOU to be a part of our team.


Thriving Business:Become a part of innovative projects within a thriving business environment.

Supportive Team:Work alongside a passionate and engaging team that values collaboration and excellence and who, like you, are passionate about delivering quality to our customers and at the same time meet project deadlines.

Learning Culture:We believe in encouraging every team member to reach new heights in their career. We provide the resources and opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge. Afterall, one of our values is to evolve constantly.


Whether you are a seasoned professional with an in-depth knowledge of building services, commissioning and the construction industry, or someone who is eager to embark on a new journey into this field, we would love to hear from you!


Job Description:

The Lead Commissioning Manager (LCxM) is responsible for the execution of Commissioning Management on one or more projects. The role includes management of the operations and finances of projects under their control. The LCxM will directly report to the Divisional Director of which Division they are placed.


Key Responsibilities

  • Maintain a good relationship with key stakeholders including promoting Sygna and looking for new opportunities
  • Total completion of projects in line with client expectations
  • Compliance and promotion of Sygna’s H&S standards
  • Input into developing excellent practices and procures for the operation of the business
  • Maintaining a capability to deliver 3-4 concurrent projects
  • Assist the Divisional Director with bidding for new opportunities, including but not limited to, technical and schedule input to the bid document, and presenting in post tender interviews
  • Provide a ‘monthly’ report to the SMT detailing key project risks, potential opportunities to increase project margins, and accurate project progress reporting


Project Related Information:

  • Full control of updating the ‘Delivery Tracker’, including fortnightly/monthly updates to the Divisional Director
  • Understand the project scope, fee and deliverables and ensure it is followed
  • Attend, and chair where appropriate, meetings with the Client's commissioning management representative, sub-contractor / specialist contractors commissioning management team and other team members
  • Responsible for the ensuring the successful delivery of the commissioning plan
  • Compile and issue a weekly progress report to clients
  • Advise on programming commissioning related items or if required completing a commissioning programme
  • Assist the Divisional Director in recruitment within the sector
  • Compliance of Sygna H&S standards on all projects
  • Forecast labour requirements for the project and inform the director if changes are needed
  • Lead the Cx Review of design information related to projects under the CxM’s control


Financial:

  • Assist the Divisional Director in achieving forward order booking to ensure a sustainable business
  • Be aware of the Minimum Gross Margin on all projects – the percentage of the margin to be agreed with Divisional Director and a project-by-project basis
  • Continuously maximize opportunities and minimize risks on all projects on all issues that influence project margin
  • Ensure proper order placement of all subcontractors in accordance with company procedures and best practice
  • Maintain a relationship with all external consultants/Clients for future win work opportunities
  • Highlight any risk before it occurs wherever possible to the Divisional Director


Benefits include but are not limited to:

  • Pension contributions of basic gross salary
  • Private healthcare
  • Regular employee socials
  • Business travel insurance
  • 25 days annual leave each calendar year (pro-rated from start date) plus bank holidays. After 5 years of service this will increase to 30 days.
  • Buy or Sell Annual Leave Scheme
  • Training and development opportunities
  • Employee discounts
  • Referral Scheme
  • Cycle to Work Scheme


Our clients trust us to ensure the highest standards are delivered and we are looking for people who have a can-do attitude and share our enthusiasm for exceeding customer expectations.


If that sounds like you then lets talk.


If this job is not quite right for you but you like Sygna as much as we do, then reach out to us too; We have ambitious plans, and you may be the perfect fit for the next stage of our adventure.

We offer a competitive remuneration package commensurate with qualifications and experience to the right candidate.


Note:

The general responsibilities listed herein above are not exhaustive and as such additional duties, which are related to this position in the Company, may be added to the above list at the discretion of the EMEA Managing Director as and when it is deemed necessary. Similarly, as the company grows, there should be an expectation that job roles will be refined over time, to accommodate collaboration with new and existing colleagues.

The schedule of delegated authority (SODA) applies to this role and shall always be adhered to without exception.


We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. The information provided will be treated in strict confidence. Personal data collected will be used for recruitment purposes only.

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