Callum Burns

Commissioning Manager at VAE

Brisbane City, Queensland, Australia

About

Experience

  • Commissioning Manager at VAE Group
    Feb 2026 - Present · 5 mos

  • Commissioning Manager at Ashford Environmental Services Limited
    Aug 2022 - Nov 2025 · 3 yrs 4 mos

    As a senior member of the commissioning management team, I am responsible for the delivery of the commissioning program on a variety of projects. This involves the management and coordination of mechanical, HVAC, electrical and BMS services from install, pre-commissioning, setting to work and final functional operation. Projects include the succesful delivery of: - Trinity House Life Sciences Building (£130M) - Beckton Sewerage Treatment Works (£185M) - The Forge Commercial Development (£140M)

  • Mechanical Engineer at Costain-Skanska
    Mar 2020 - Aug 2022 · 2 yrs 6 mos

    Working on behalf of the Costain Skanska JV, I was responsible for the package and commissioning management for BMS, stair pressurisation, general exhaust and platform smoke exhaust systems. Roles include: - Developing final acceptance certificates were generated for client acceptance and ultimate handover of the assets to RfLi. - Developing test scripts and strategies for testing and demonstration of BMS and mechanical systems - Coordination and engagement of multiple supply chains and package management, upholding project programmes and managing defects. - Conducting scenario-based integration testing to fulfil project requirements - Presenting regular updates to the client team (Crossrail) on progress displaying clear planned versus actual metrics - Producing assurance documentation for acceptance - Successful completion of maintenance contract for RfL, including all required and statutory maintenance that prolonged asset life, improved reliability and reduced downtime.

  • Mechanical Engineer - Building Services at GHD
    Feb 2014 - Mar 2020 · 6 yrs 2 mos

    As part of the Mechanical Engineering team in the Properties and Buildings division, I was a HVAC design engineer and project manager on a variety of projects. These included Queensland Health infrastructure, educational buildings, multi-residential towers, airports, retail tenancies, substations and private infrastructure. On site defect, progress and completion inspections were routinely performed as part of the design process to deliver ideal solutions for clients. Heat load analysis, mechanical plant sizing, developing compliant drawings and specifications, financial management, forecasting and team leadership were routine activities in my employment.

  • High School Tutor at Self Employed
    Jan 2011 - Nov 2013 · 2 yrs 11 mos

    Tutoring of high school students in Maths B & C, Physics and Chemistry.