Turnover Manager – Data Centre Project, Athens

Our client, an international M&E provider integrating with the main contractor on a major data centre project in Athens, is seeking a Turnover Manager to lead the turnover and handover process for the project's M&E systems.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the overall turnover and handover process for M&E systems in line with project, contractual and client requirements.
• Develop turnover plans and schedules aligned with project milestones.
• Coordinate turnover activities across construction, commissioning, QA/QC, engineering and project teams.
• Lead and support Turnover Engineers and other personnel involved in the turnover process.
• Oversee compilation and completion of project documentation, including as-builts, test records, certifications, O&M manuals and warranties.
• Coordinate system commissioning and ensure all M&E systems meet required performance and quality standards.
• Manage punch lists, outstanding works and defect closeout through to completion.
• Lead turnover meetings and provide regular progress updates to project stakeholders and the client.
• Coordinate client training and ensure handover packages are complete and compliant.
• Ensure all turnover activities meet relevant regulatory, quality and contractual requirements.
• Lead final project closeout and secure formal client acceptance and sign-off.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline.
• Proven experience in M&E construction, commissioning, turnover or project closeout.
• Previous experience managing turnover or handover activities on large-scale projects.
• Experience leading teams and coordinating multiple project stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of M&E systems, commissioning and QA/QC processes.
• Experience managing project documentation, handover packages and closeout requirements.
• Excellent organisational, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong problem-solving and project management ability.
• Proficient in MS Office and relevant project/document management systems.
• Experience with BIM and digital project delivery platforms advantageous.
• Knowledge of relevant industry standards, regulations and best practices.