Mechanical Project Manager

About the role

The Mechanical Project Manager is responsible for the planning, coordination, execution, and delivery of all mechanical scope of activities associated with hyperscale and colocation data centre projects. The role ensures mechanical systems are installed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with project specifications, quality standards, and commissioning requirements. The successful candidate will work closely with clients, consultants, subcontractors, commissioning teams, and internal stakeholders to deliver mission-critical infrastructure projects to the highest standards.

Key responsibilities

• Manage all mechanical scope of activities throughout the project lifecycle
• Oversee installation of mechanical systems including HVAC systems, chilled water systems, CRAH/CRAC units, pipework installations, cooling towers, pumps and associated plant, fuel systems, and fire protection interfaces
• Ensure works are delivered in line with project programme and milestones
• Monitor and drive mechanical subcontractor performance
• Coordinate mechanical works with electrical, civil and architectural disciplines
• Identify and mitigate construction risks and delays
• Promote and maintain a strong safety culture across the project and ensure compliance with all health, safety and environmental regulations
• Conduct site inspections, safety audits and toolbox talks, and review and approve method statements and risk assessments
• Participate in project planning meetings and construction reviews, and develop short-term and long-term construction strategies
• Ensure mechanical installations meet project specifications and industry standards, implement and monitor project quality plans, and manage inspections, testing and quality assurance processes

About you

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering
• SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid certification (or equivalent)
• Proven experience in mechanical scope of activities in construction or data centre industry
• Proven experience delivering large-scale data centre projects
• Experience with data centres white and grey spaces (at least one)
• Experience within mission-critical environments
• Strong understanding of mechanical building services systems
• Experience of liquid-cooling or chiller system in data centre environment
• Experience managing subcontractors and multidisciplinary teams
• Track record of delivering projects safely, on time and within budget

About us

We compete at the highest standards in data center fit-out, MEP construction and managed services throughout Europe and beyond. We continue to develop and deliver products and services unparalleled in terms of quality, retain our clients, broaden our breadth of service, and execute a robust H&S and Wellbeing strategy. We build an organisation capable of recruiting and retaining the best industry professionals, with Health, Safety and Wellbeing remaining paramount for our employees and clients.