Mechanical Lead (m/f/d) Data Center Construction

PORR Deutschland; Berlin; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Happiness

Career

Extras

Health

Team Spirit

Job Security & Stability

Personal Development

Job summary

PORR Deutschland is expanding its data center activities and is seeking a Mechanical Lead to manage on-site delivery of mechanical works on a large data center project. You will oversee cooling systems, chilled water, pipework, ventilation, plant rooms, pumps and valves, ensuring alignment with drawings, specs and method statements.

The role requires strong leadership of mechanical subcontractors, effective coordination with electrical, BMS/controls and QA/QC teams, and proactive testing,

Qualifications

• Degree in mechanical engineering or comparable qualification.
• Minimum 8 years' mechanical construction experience on large projects.
• Experience in data center, mission-critical, industrial, energy, or high-tech projects preferred.
• Strong knowledge of cooling systems, chilled water, ventilation, plant installation, pipework, valves, supports, testing, and commissioning interfaces.
• Good understanding of maintainability, access, water quality, leak prevention, and BMS/controls interfaces.
• Experience managing mechanical subcontractors and vendor packages.
• Relevant mechanical qualifications or construction licences desirable.
• Fluency in English; German or Polish language skills advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site mechanical works including cooling systems, chilled water, pipework, and plant rooms.
• Coordinate mechanical subcontractors and verify drawings, specs, and method statements.
• Review drawings, procurement status, and installation details.
• Coordinate plant access, lifting routes, installation sequence, testing areas.
• Coordinate interfaces with electrical, BMS, controls, fire protection, and commissioning teams.
• Track long-lead equipment, testing readiness, flushing, testing, balancing, and pre-commissioning.
• Coordinate inspections with QA/QC and prepare test records and handover documents.
• Safely manage lifting, pressure testing, hot works, and permits on site.

Skills

Leadership

Subcontractor management

Mechanical installation

Cooling systems

Project coordination

BMS interfaces

Quality control

Commissioning

English fluency

German/Polish language

Education

Degree in mechanical engineering

Job description

Your Tasks

PORR is expanding its data center activities and is seeking a Mechanical Lead to manage mechanical site delivery on a large data center construction project. The role covers mechanical installation, plant coordination, subcontractor management, technical interfaces, quality control, testing support, and commissioning readiness.

• Leadership of mechanical works on site, including cooling systems, chilled water, pipework, ventilation, CRAH/CRAC units, plant rooms, pumps, valves, supports, insulation, and fire protection interfaces
• Coordination of mechanical subcontractors and verification of compliance with current drawings, specifications, and approved method statements
• Review of mechanical drawings, technical submissions, procurement status, and installation details
• Coordination of plant access, lifting routes, installation sequence, maintenance zones, and testing areas
• Coordination of mechanical interfaces with electrical, CSA, BMS, controls, fire protection, and commissioning teams
• Tracking of long-lead equipment, testing readiness, flushing, pressure testing, balancing, and pre-commissioning status
• Coordination of inspections with QA/QC and completion of test records and handover documents
• Safe control of mechanical works, including lifting, pressure testing, hot works, and permit requirements

Your Profile

• Degree in mechanical engineering or comparable mechanical qualification
• Minimum 8 years' mechanical construction experience on large projects
• Experience in data center, mission-critical, industrial, energy, or high-tech projects preferred
• Strong knowledge of cooling systems, chilled water, ventilation, plant installation, pipework, valves, supports, testing, and commissioning interfaces
• Good understanding of maintainability, access, water quality, leak prevention, and BMS/controls interfaces
• Experience managing mechanical subcontractors and vendor packages
• Relevant mechanical qualifications or construction licences desirable
• Fluency in English; German or Polish language skills advantageous

Your Benefits

• Happiness - Membership in a highly motivated, collaborative team working together on challenging tasks and exciting projects
• Career - Individual training and development opportunities to support long-term professional goals
• Extras - A wide range of additional benefits and discounts enhancing both everyday work and leisure time
• Health - Regular health initiatives and comprehensive insurance coverage through PORR CARE+
• Team Spirit - Strong team cohesion through company events, networking activities, and sports events
• Job Security & Stability - A secure and stable position within a financially strong and well-established construction group
• Personal Development - Support for individual life phases, including sabbaticals and caregiving arrangements