Lead Hydraulic Systems Engineer – Hyperscale Data Centre

UGL; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to global ACS Group network

Collaborative MEP delivery team

Long-term career opportunities

Industry-leading data centre projects

Job summary

UGL is seeking an experienced Senior Project Engineer - Hydraulic Services to join the team delivering a major hyperscale data centre project in Melbourne. You will own the delivery of hydraulic and plumbing works across the project, leading specialist subcontractors from procurement through testing and handover.

Reporting to the MEP Project Manager and working with the MEP Construction Manager and Engineering Manager, you will coordinate interfaces with civil, mechanical, electrical and BMS

Qualifications

• Relevant qualifications in Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline.
• Proven experience as a Project Engineer or Senior Project Engineer delivering hydraulic and plumbing packages on major construction projects.
• Strong understanding of hydraulic services, including sewer, stormwater, potable water, rainwater and trade waste systems.
• Demonstrated experience managing specialist subcontractors and coordinating multiple stakeholders
• Experience delivering projects in data centres, hospitals, defence facilities, airports, laboratories or large-scale commercial developments will be highly regarded.
• Strong leadership, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work within a fast-paced project environment and drive successful project outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead hydraulic subcontractor performance, resource planning and programme execution to milestones.
• Direct and coordinate the installation of potable water, hot water, drainage and sanitary systems, including pumps, tanks, metering and treatment equipment.
• Manage and resolve hydraulic interfaces with civil, mechanical, electrical and BMS trades to ensure seamless system integration.
• Review, challenge and approve technical submissions, shop drawings, RFIs and design changes to maintain compliance, buildability and commercial control.
• Plan, oversee and execute testing, commissioning and defect rectification, including pressure testing, flushing, disinfection and system validation.
• Deliver and close out hydraulic works through authority approvals, certification, handover documentation, training and operational readiness.

Skills

Hydraulic systems

Project engineering

Subcontractor management

Stakeholder coordination

Leadership

Education

Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

UGL is seeking an experienced Senior Project Engineer - Hydraulic Services to join the team delivering a major hyperscale data centre project in Melbourne. You will own the delivery of hydraulic and plumbing works across the project, leading specialist subcontractors from procurement through testing and handover.

Reporting to the MEP Project Manager and working with the MEP Construction Manager and Engineering Manager, you will coordinate interfaces with civil, mechanical, electrical and BMS