If you're a MEICA or Water Commissioning Manager/Lead, Senior Project Manager/Framework Manager with a commissioning background, or a Senior MEICA engineer ready to step up — this could be exactly what you're looking for.

What really matters to you in your next role?

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More control over how commissioning is actually delivered?

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Involvement from design stage, not just brought in to “fix” at the end?

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A leadership role where your MEICA expertise is respected and backed?

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Career progression within a secure Tier 1 water framework?

MEICA Commissioning Manager - Water Infrastructure (AMP8 Framework)
📍 Dorset / Wessex Region
💰 £75,000 - £85,000 + Car/Allowance + Other Benefits + Long-Term Programme

The Opportunity

We're representing a top-tier infrastructure contractor delivering water and wastewater projects as part of a long-term capital investment programme in the South West. As part of AMP8 mobilisation, they're seeking a MEICA Framework Commissioning Manager to lead commissioning activity across multiple clean and wastewater schemes.

You'll shape the commissioning process from early design input through to final takeover — working closely with in-house delivery teams, specialist subcontractors, and client-side asset operations.

What You'll Be Doing

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Leading MEICA commissioning across multiple infrastructure sites

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Developing commissioning strategies and detailed test plans

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Coordinating FATs, SATs, site testing, snagging, and handover

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Ensuring full integration with existing plant and client operations

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Managing documentation, QA records, and compliance sign-off

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Acting as or supporting APE responsibilities under Electrical Safety Rules

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Providing input into design reviews and supporting continuous improvement

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Mentoring junior engineers and building commissioning capability across the team

What We're Looking For

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Commissioning Manager, Project Manager or MEICA Lead with relevant water industry experience

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Strong background in mechanical, electrical or ICA systems

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Familiar with WIMES, BS7671, and commissioning protocols in the utilities sector

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Skilled in stakeholder management across design, delivery, and client teams

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Proven ability to lead multi-site commissioning programmes to a high standard

Requirements

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HNC/HND or above in a relevant engineering discipline

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18th Edition (BS7671) - Required

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CSCS or ECS card

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EUSR National Water Hygiene

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SMSTS or SSSTS

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COMPEX and PROFIBUS (desirable but not essential)