Job details
Posted 03 September 2026
Start date 02 September 2026
Location Copenhagen
Job type Permanent
Discipline Data Centers
Reference 169932
Job Function Project Manager
We are working with a European engineering company who are looking for a Mechanical Project Manager on a permanent basis to support with on a large data centre project in the Copenhagen area.
About the Role
We're looking for a seasoned Project Manager with extensive hands-on experience in leading mechanical packages within data centres or related industries.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage design review, procurement, installation, testing, commissioning and handover of mechanical systems and enclosures for assigned projects.
- Oversee interfaces between mechanical and electrical scopes; review designs with engineering and client teams to ensure constructability and alignment with site works.
- Coordinate daily site activities, resolve site issues, deploy labour and plant efficiently, and maintain site productivity.
- Develop and maintain the site programme in line with the project plan, engineering milestones and client requirements; monitor the critical path and reallocate resources to meet targets.
- Control all costs for your scope including the mechanical team, internal electrical team where applicable, subcontractors, materials, plant and equipment, variations and valuations; issue weekly cost reports.
- Coordinate with the Project Manager, Operations Manager and EHS lead to create, maintain and close the project safety file; ensure statutory compliance and drive a strong QHSE culture.
- Set up, maintain and close site QA documentation in collaboration with QA lead; enforce quality standards across teams and subcontractors.
- Manage subcontractor activities, track progress and manpower, chair and minute weekly coordination meetings, and ensure subcontractor documentation (including safety) is current and filed.
Required Qualifications
- Accredited four (4) year degree or global equivalent in applicable field of study and eight (8) years of work-related experience or a combination of education and directly related experience equal to twelve (12) years
- 5 years' project management experience delivering medium-to-large mechanical installation projects
- Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, and other stakeholders
- Job related technical knowledge necessary to complete the job
- Ability to learn and apply knowledge of applicable local, state/province, and federal/national statutes and guidelines
- Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; age; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity; religion; national origin; disability; veteran status; genetic information; or any other criteria protected by governing law.