Senior Commissioning Engineer

Senior AV Commissioner

Location: Egham, Surrey, with travel across the South East and into London
Salary: £55,000–£60,000 per annum, depending on experience

About the Opportunity

We are recruiting on behalf of our client, a leading global audio-visual (AV) integration company, for an experienced Senior AV Commissioner to join their team based in Egham.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong AV professional to take a leading role in the commissioning and delivery of complex AV projects, while supervising and supporting commissioning engineers on site.

The successful candidate will oversee commissioning activities, coordinate resources, ensure systems meet project specifications and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, contractors and internal teams. You will play a key role in delivering projects to a high standard, resolving technical challenges and driving continuous improvement across the commissioning function.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead on-site commissioning activities, ensuring projects are delivered to the required technical standards and within agreed timescales.

* Supervise, support and develop commissioning engineers, allocating resources according to project requirements and individual skillsets.

* Work closely with Commissioning Managers, Project Managers and wider project teams to plan and coordinate commissioning activities.

* Monitor project progress, identify risks and resolve issues proactively, escalating concerns where necessary.

* Review AV system designs, schematics and architecture, identifying potential challenges and recommending appropriate solutions.

* Liaise with clients, consultants, contractors, manufacturers and third-party suppliers to ensure project specifications and expectations are met.

* Oversee project testing, commissioning, documentation and handover, working closely with project closeout teams.

* Ensure commissioning processes, industry standards and internal procedures are followed consistently.

* Assess the performance of internal teams, subcontractors and external technical partners to ensure delivery meets company standards.

* Collaborate with pre-sales, project delivery, service and support teams to ensure a smooth transition from installation through to ongoing support.

* Contribute to the development of commissioning documentation, reporting and delivery processes.

* Identify opportunities to improve project efficiency, technical delivery and the overall client experience.

* Support the ongoing development of the commissioning team, encouraging knowledge sharing, training and continuous professional development.

Technical Experience and Skills

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in AV commissioning, with a strong understanding of AV system design, configuration, functionality and industry standards.

You should be confident working across a variety of projects, from smaller meeting and huddle rooms through to large-scale event spaces, and have experience with technologies including:

* AV distribution systems and signal flow.

* Video processors and display systems.

* Audio DSP and audio systems.

* Broadcast, video conferencing and control systems.

* Microsoft Teams Rooms, Zoom and other software-based conferencing platforms.

* Network testing, verification and relevant network protocols.

* Audio-over-IP (AVoIP) and network deployment coordination.

* Technical schematics, system architecture, testing and fault-finding.

You will also have experience working with industry consultants, general contractors and clients to achieve successful system commissioning and project handover.

A strong understanding of commissioning resource planning, labour allocation and project delivery requirements is essential.

Personal Attributes

We are looking for a professional and confident individual who can lead by example and represent the business effectively on client sites.

You will demonstrate:

* Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to mentor and develop commissioning engineers.

* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

* A methodical, solutions-focused approach to technical challenges and problem-solving.

* The ability to remain calm and professional under pressure.

* Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing project priorities.

* A commitment to maintaining high technical standards and delivering an excellent client experience.

* A proactive approach to learning, development and keeping up to date with emerging AV technologies.

* A continuous improvement mindset, with an interest in enhancing commissioning processes and project outcomes
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed