Lead Test & Commissioning Manager - LondonJob DescriptionHS2 is Great Britain\\\'s new high-speed railway. Once operational, HS2\\\'s British-built bullet trains will provide zero-carbon journeys between the UK\\\'s two largest cities, Birmingham and London.By better connecting Britain\\\'s biggest economic centres and catalysing plans for inner-city regeneration, HS2 will open opportunities for the creation of thousands of new jobs and homes as well as driving transformative economic growth.Comprising 140-miles of track, four new state-of-the art stations, two depots, 32 miles of tunnel, and 130 bridges, HS2 will leave a legacy of environmentally responsible travel, economic regeneration and technological innovation for generations to come.HS2 Rail Systems Package 2 involves the design, supply, build, testing and commissioning of all tunnel and lineside M&E systems between London and Birmingham. Scope of works includes installation of tunnel ventilation, cable management, containment and earthing, fire suppression systems, LV distribution and tunnel lighting, cross passage doors, earthing & bonding, points heating, junction lighting and power installation. Costain will be prime contractor, delivering the works with the support of a design team and specialist supply chain partners.You will be expected to work in accordance with the HS2 M&E Costain+ Values and Behaviours:Love for Life | Passionate About Excellence | One Team Spirit | Do the Right ThingThe Testing and Commissioning Lead will direct the M&E Fitout Commissioning activities, the processes, and the procedures for the project. You will be accountable for providing and establishing the commissioning, testing and handover strategy of the M&E systems and therefore the project and the scope of the supply chain partners early to ensure that the design and programme is developed with how the project is to be completed.Proactive management on the project is needed to embed and drive a positive culture in Commissioning that delivery teams comply with the developed strategy during installation.As a key member of the M&E project management team, you will have the ability to recognise and develop site specific strategic opportunities and focus resource to meet the project needs. The role requires interface with HS2 rail systems, establish a common approach with aligned goals for excellence in all aspect of Commissioning and Testing.#LI-SA2Responsibilities The Commissioning culture and standards across the project Co-ordination of the Testing and commission requirements through the procurement, design, construction methodology and programme for the M&E scope of works Development of the Testing and commissioning systems integration strategy Establishing and defining the Commissioning Lots (ComLots) with the design and planning teams Preparation for the delivery of these works, manage resources and providing supervision, advice, and guidance to the members of the Technical, Construction teams and Sub-Contractors Ensure the progress of the Testing commissioning of the works are in accordance with the contract, programme, budget and client requirements. Implementation and assure compliance with all relevant HS2 and / or statutory requirements with regards to Health, Safety, Environment and Public relations within their scope of work. Managing the development of Test Documentation by their Team and Suppliers and ensuring all Team Members are SQEP for their roles Development and compliance with legal, project and contract environment requirements Review the T&C specialist ITT scope ahead of contract award to ensure all requirements have been captured and costed Ensure that the T&C specialist deliverables are compliant with the project requirements and goals Contribute to the day-to-day interactions with internal stakeholders (e.g. Construction Teams, Logistics etc.) as well as external interfaces, such as the Employer subject to the Subcontractor Works Coordinate technical assurances requirements Support Package Managers with training associated with commissioning and operating the systems is delivered. Support the Package Manager and Quality Assurance team by ensuring FAT and SAT Testing are witnessed and that Testing is undertaken in a structured & controlled manner. Confirming, before the works of the T&C specialist commence on site, that the following activities have been carried out; note - the day to day management of the deliverables below are overseen by the Delivery Manager but the T&C Manager, or delegate, is the overseer Scope of Works Notice to Start issued to the T&C specialist Interface arrangements been agreed with other package managers Completion / commissioning / handover milestones have been agreed SHE requirements eg RAMS, COSHH assessments, training records, competency cards, etc in place SHE documentation issued to any subcontractor and acknowledged Quality risk review has been completed for critical activities Pre-commissioning checks are complete Commissioning Test Plans approved The T&C manager understands the relevant contract conditions including change control processes. To manage the T&C programme, including that of the T&C specialist Subcontractor, and monitor progress against this to feed into HS2 Where progress differs from the programme requirement, or it becomes apparent that any milestone is at risk, appropriate action should be taken by the T&C manager Support package managers where their package is subject to the above. Lead where the T&C specialist scope is subject to the above. If it is not possible to mitigate delays, or rectify any change to intended progress, notify the relevant parties so that the variance is reflected in the latest contract programme; Where the package involves the T&C specialist Subcontractor, they should be notified of the failure to maintain progress using the appropriate contractual mechanism; To manage payments, by measuring or otherwise agreeing, relating to the T&C specialist Subcontractors works: Ensure that the necessary measurements and assessments are obtained, properly recorded and passed on to the commercial manager. In conjunction with the Commercial Manager, review the cost forecasts for the package and, in particular, investigate the causes for any variances from budget and how they might be controlled / mitigated. Promptly record and report any event that might possibly cause delay, or generate a claim for additional payment, either on this package or anywhere else on the contract. Ensure that there are periodic checks that there are sufficient records and details of costs for the duration of the works. Ensure that contemporaneous records of work done are maintained by the Subcontractor and issued for review (or acceptance). QualificationsEssential Experience in involvement of a major infrastructure project, ideally from Design through to handover; Experience in a similar level role, responsible for the delivery of Testing and commissioning Systems integration, including experience with Utility contracts; Strong leadership, communication, and conflict management skills; Diploma, degree or equivalent in Electrical, Instrumentation or Mechanical Engineering or demonstrable equivalent experience; Relevant Commissioning experience in engineering or other similar regulated industry. Desirable: Experience of delivering Systems and Integration on a major rail project; Framework and Alliance Behaviors: Persuasive, Socially Optimistic, Democratic, Adaptable; Experience of Early Contractor Involvement models and NEC forms of contract; Knowledge of industry regulations for design, construction and testing and commissioning of building services (e.g. BS 7671 and Building Regulations); Expert knowledge of products, construction details and relevant rules, regulations, and quality standards; About UsCostain helps to improve people\\\'s lives with integrated, leading edge, smart infrastructure solutions across the UK\\\'s energy, water, transportation and defence markets. We help our clients improve their business performance by increasing capacity, improving customer service, safeguarding security, enhancing resilience, decarbonising and delivering increased efficiency. Our vision is to be the UK\\\'s leading smart infrastructure solutions company. We will achieve this by focusing on blue chip clients whose major spending plans are underpinned by strategic national needs, regulatory commitments, legislation or essential performance requirements. We offer our clients leading edge solutions that are digitally optimised through the following five services which cover the whole lifecycle of their assets: future-shaping strategic consultancy; consultancy and advisory; digital technology solutions; asset optimisation and complex programme delivery. Our culture and values underpin everything we do.