Mechanical Supervisor

TM Green Group; Frankfurt; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation/travel support

Bonus scheme

Full expat support

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

A leading mission-critical contractor in Frankfurt is seeking a Mechanical Site Supervisor for data centre construction. The role involves overseeing mechanical installations, ensuring safety and quality standards, and managing subcontractor performance. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of relevant experience, strong mechanical systems knowledge, and fluency in English, with German language skills being advantageous.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in Mechanical Site Supervisor or similar role.
• Strong background in mechanical systems including HVAC and pipework.
• Experience in mission-critical environments like data centres is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee mechanical installation activities on site.
• Manage subcontractor performance and ensure compliance with requirements.
• Review technical drawings and specifications.

Skills

Coordination and communication skills

Mechanical systems knowledge

Experience in data centre environments

Leadership of subcontractor teams

Fluent in English

Education

Recognised mechanical qualification (degree or trade certification)

Job description

Job Title

Mechanical Site Supervisor – Data Centre Construction

Location

Frankfurt, Germany

Company Overview

Our client is a leading mission‑critical general contractor, delivering large‑scale data‑centre projects across Europe for blue‑chip technology clients. With a strong pipeline of complex builds, they are seeking an experienced Mechanical Site Supervisor to join their Frankfurt project team.

Role Overview

The Mechanical Site Supervisor will oversee all mechanical installation activities on a hyperscale data‑centre project, ensuring quality, safety and programme objectives are achieved. This role requires a strong technical background in mechanical systems and proven experience delivering complex, fast‑track projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate mechanical installation works on site, ensuring alignment with project design, schedule and quality standards
• Manage and monitor subcontractor performance, ensuring compliance with safety and technical requirements
• Review technical drawings, specifications and method statements to identify issues or improvements
• Liaise closely with the project management, engineering and commissioning teams to ensure seamless project delivery
• Ensure all mechanical systems (HVAC, chilled water, pipework, fire suppression, etc.) are installed and tested to specification
• Participate in progress meetings, reporting on mechanical installation status and any potential delays or risks
• Maintain detailed site records, inspections and handover documentation
• Promote and enforce the company’s health and safety policies on site

Requirements

• 5+ years’ experience in a Mechanical Site Supervisor or similar role within the construction or MEP industry
• Experience in data centre, pharmaceutical or other mission‑critical environments is essential
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems, installations and commissioning processes
• Recognised mechanical or building services qualification (degree, diploma or trade certification)
• Excellent coordination and communication skills, with the ability to lead subcontractor teams effectively
• Fluent in English; German language skills advantageous
• Eligible to work in Germany

Package

• Excellent benefits including accommodation/travel (if required), bonus scheme and full expat support
• Opportunity to work on cutting‑edge, high‑value projects in a rapidly expanding sector
• Career progression with a leading European general contractor

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Project Management

Industries

• Construction