Mechanical Construction Manager

Matchtech Group; Helsinki; On-site; EUR 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Matchtech Group in Finland is seeking a Mechanical Construction Manager to lead on-site delivery of large-scale data centre projects around Helsinki, Espoo, and Kirkkonummi. You will coordinate HVAC installations and pipework, ensuring activities align with the master schedule and meet the highest engineering and safety standards.

The role requires proactive planning, robust health and safety practices, and close collaboration with clients and multidisciplinary teams to manage procurement,

Qualifications

• Formal mechanical engineering qualification is required.
• Experience managing M&E or data centre projects.
• Experience in a data centre or mission-critical environments is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee HVAC installations and pipework sequencing across Espoo, Kirkkonummi, and Helsinki sites.
• Manage procurement, variations, and monthly valuations.
• Collaborate on two-week look-ahead schedules and optimize on-site labour.
• Champion safety, site methodologies, and regulatory compliance.
• Facilitate communication with clients and multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

HVAC systems

Project management

Safety compliance

Stakeholder comms

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Role Title: Mechanical Construction Manager

Location: On-site (Helsinki, Espoo, and Kirkkonummi, Finland)

Employment Type: Full-time

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Construction Manager to join our on-site team in Finland, overseeing major data centre developments across the Helsinki metropolitan region, including key project sites in Espoo and Kirkkonummi. As a specialist European delivery partner for mission-critical digital infrastructure, we manage end-to-end turnkey solutions-ranging from architectural and civil works to advanced mechanical, electrical, and commissioning services-currently supporting over 430 MW of live IT load capacity across seven European countries.

In this role, you will be pivotal in driving the mechanical delivery of complex, high-capacity data centre facilities. You will ensure that all heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) deliverables, as well as complex pipework networks, are executed to the highest engineering and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Delivery & Execution: Oversee the complete lifecycle of HVAC installations and pipework sequencing across our sites in Espoo, Kirkkonummi, and the broader Helsinki area, ensuring seamless alignment with the master project schedule.
• Commercial & Procurement Management: Transition projects smoothly from the estimating phase through to the technical procurement of specialist equipment, subcontractors, and suppliers. Manage variations, assess scope changes, and assist with monthly valuations and final accounts.
• Planning & Scheduling: Collaborate closely with the wider project team to maintain robust two-week look-ahead schedules and ensure optimal labour resourcing on-site.
• Health, Safety & Compliance: Champion rigorous safety protocols, review site methodologies to eliminate hazards, maintain high standards of housekeeping across all subcontractor work zones, and ensure full regulatory compliance.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Facilitate clear communication channels with project stakeholders, clients, and multidisciplinary site teams.

Skills & Qualifications

• Educational Background: A recognised mechanical engineering qualification (such as a B.Eng. degree, HNC/BTEC, NVQ, or City & Guilds certificate).
• Industry Experience: Proven background in a similar management capacity within a mechanical and electrical (M&E) contracting environment.
• Sector Expertise: Prior hands-on experience within mission-critical or data centre construction environments is highly advantageous.
• Competencies: Exceptional organisational abilities, proactive problem-solving, and strong communication skills tailored for complex, fast-paced engineering projects.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to work on large-scale, cutting-edge data centre infrastructure projects in Finland.
• A collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment that encourages innovation and technical excellence.
• Dedicated support for career progression and professional development.
• A highly competitive remuneration package.