About the Role
We are looking for an experienced Commissioning Building Lead to join a major LNG project, supporting the delivery of all stick-built buildings and associated systems.
This role will be critical in ensuring the successful commissioning and handover of buildings-including LV distribution, HVAC, plumbing, and telecom systems-ensuring they are safe, compliant, and fully operational prior to start-up.
You will be involved from engineering through to site execution, coordinating across multiple disciplines to achieve key project milestones.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead commissioning activities for all stick-built buildings and associated systems (LV, HVAC, plumbing, telecom)
• Ensure safe, timely, and compliant delivery of systems to Operations
• Supervise on-site commissioning activities and manage interfaces with contractors and vendors
• Contribute to commissioning procedures, planning, and deliverables during the engineering phase
• Coordinate closely with Engineering, Construction, Procurement, and Operations teams
• Ensure contractor performance meets contractual and technical requirements
• Oversee preparation and execution of pre-commissioning and commissioning schedules
• Support achievement of key milestones including Mechanical Completion (MC) and Ready for Start-Up (RFSU)
• Ensure buildings are constructed and commissioned in line with project specifications
• Coordinate with Operations for system testing, validation, and handover

Key Interfaces

• Engineering & Project Teams
• Construction & Commissioning Teams
• Operations
• Contractors and Subcontractors
• Contracts & Procurement
• Project Controls

Candidate Profile Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Construction, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent
• Strong technical knowledge of building systems and utilities

Experience

• Minimum 15 years' experience in onshore oil & gas or large infrastructure projects
• At least 10 years in supervisory roles managing teams
• Minimum 10 years' experience in commissioning buildings or related systems
• At least 5 years in a senior or lead commissioning role

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