Data Centers

Mechanical Construction Manager – Data Centres

Competitive Salary + Benefits Package
Finsterwalde, Germany

Join a Leading Data Centre Project in Germany

MC Technical Recruitment are currently recruiting for an experienced Mechanical Construction Manager to join a major data centre construction project in Finsterwalde, Germany.

Working for a leading international engineering contractor, this is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of all mechanical construction activities on a large-scale data centre project. You will be responsible for leading site delivery from pre-mobilisation through to commissioning and handover, ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

As Mechanical Construction Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Supporting the Project Manager with construction planning, scheduling, and project execution
• Assisting with project validation, site establishment, and mobilisation activities
• Reviewing construction drawings, risk assessments, and method statements
• Supporting implementation of site safety, quality, and environmental procedures
• Developing short-term programmes and look-ahead plans aligned to the master programme
• Monitoring productivity and ensuring programme milestones are achieved
• Managing and coordinating subcontractors and site activities
• Attending and chairing site meetings with subcontractors and project stakeholders
• Ensuring variations are identified and communicated to the project team
• Maintaining site records, progress reports, and site diaries
• Liaising with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and other construction disciplines
• Driving collaboration across mechanical, electrical, and construction teams
• Taking ownership of site issues and implementing effective solutions
• Ensuring toolbox talks, inductions, and safety briefings are carried out
• Promoting a strong safety culture and ensuring compliance with all HSEQ requirements
• Conducting regular site inspections and safety audits
• Coordinating delivery of materials, plant, and equipment to site
• Managing inspection and testing activities throughout installation works
• Ensuring quality standards are maintained and working towards zero snag delivery
• Supporting commissioning, testing, and final handover activities
• Assisting with site demobilisation and project close-out activities
• Supporting commercial and quantity surveying functions where required
• Maintaining the company's professional reputation on site at all times
• Other duties as required

To be considered for this role, you should have:

• A recognised mechanical trade qualification such as Pipefitting, Plumbing, Sheet Metal, or similar
• A minimum of 5 years' experience in a Construction Management position
• Previous experience delivering large-scale mechanical construction projects
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies and site delivery processes
• Excellent planning, organisational, and coordination skills
• Strong leadership experience managing subcontractors and site teams
• Good commercial awareness and understanding of project controls
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Strong IT and reporting skills
• Ability to work on your own initiative and manage multiple priorities

Desirable Experience

• Data centre, pharmaceutical, industrial, or mission-critical project experience
• IOSH Managing Safely qualification
• IOSH Environmental Management qualification
• NEBOSH General Certificate
• Experience working on major European construction projects
• Experience managing commissioning and project handover activities
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with design teams and external stakeholders

What's On Offer?

• Competitive salary package
• Long-term project pipeline with a substantial portfolio of work
• Career development and progression opportunities
• Opportunity to work on a flagship European data centre project
• Exposure to major international engineering projects
• upportive and collaborative working environment
• Structured leadership and development programmes
• Excellent benefits package with room for negotiation

To apply:

If you are interested in this role, please apply via the link below or contact MC Technical Recruitment on +44 1489 533 030 / machaela@mctechnical.co.uk for a confidential chat.