Mechanical Construction Manager Data Centre

Breagh Recruitment Ltd; Finland; On-site; EUR 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation and travel support

Bonus structure

Pension contribution

Healthcare

Career progression within a growing EC

Job summary

Breagh Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Mechanical Construction Manager for a major data centre project in Vaasa, Finland. You will lead on-site delivery of mechanical building services, oversee HVAC installations, coordinate with subcontractors, and ensure safety, programme, and quality.

The role offers exposure to high-profile European data centre schemes, a strong career path, and a competitive salary up to €100,000 (DOE).

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Proven experience as Mechanical Construction Manager on large-scale projects.
• Experience with data centre or mission-critical projects is highly desirable.
• Strong leadership, cost management and on-site coordination abilities.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills with a focus on delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead all mechanical construction activities on site and ensure health and safety compliance.
• Coordinate HVAC installations, pipework and plant systems to programme milestones.
• Prepare method statements and risk assessments for all mechanical works.
• Manage subcontractors to meet quality and productivity targets.
• Monitor short-term planning and look-ahead schedules to maintain progress.
• Oversee procurement of mechanical equipment and subcontract packages.
• Support commercial activities including variations and valuations.
• Maintain strong communication with client, consultants and project team.
• Ensure works align with project specifications and quality standards.

Skills

HVAC systems

Construction leadership

Subcontractor mgmt

Project coordination

Health & safety

Stakeholder mgmt

On-site supervision

Team leadership

Education

Mechanical engineering degree

Job description

Mechanical Construction Manager Data Centre (BH-2930-9)

Location Vaasa, Finland Sector Engineering Salary 100,000.00 EU per annum

Job Title: Mechanical Construction Manager Data Centre

Location: Finland

Leading international data centre delivery specialist

Salary:Up to €100,000DOE

The Company

This is an opportunity to join a market leading engineering and construction contractor delivering large scale, mission critical data centre projects across Europe. Known for technical excellence and consistent project delivery, the company operates across multiple countries and continues to expand its footprint in the high demand data centre sector.

With a strong pipeline of projects in Finland, they offer a stable and progressive environment where experienced mechanical professionals can take ownership of complex builds and develop their careers within a highly specialised sector.

The Role Mechanical Construction Manager

As Mechanical Construction Manager, you will take full responsibility for the delivery of mechanical building services on a major data centre project. This is a site based leadership role where you will oversee mechanical works from coordination through installation and commissioning.

You will play a key role in ensuring that all HVAC and mechanical systems are delivered safely, on programme and to the highest quality standards, while managing subcontractors, resources and stakeholder relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all mechanical construction activities on site, ensuring full compliance with health and safety standards
• Coordinate mechanical installations including HVAC, pipework and plant systems in line with programme milestones
• Prepare and implement method statements and risk assessments for all mechanical works
• Manage subcontractors and specialist suppliers to ensure quality and productivity targets are achieved
• Monitor programme delivery through short term planning including two week look ahead schedules
• Oversee procurement of mechanical equipment and subcontract packages in line with project requirements
• Support commercial activities including variations, valuations and final account contributions
• Maintain strong communication with the client, consultants and wider project team
• Ensure all works are delivered in line with project specifications and quality standards

About You

• Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline or strong trade background with progression into management
• Proven experience as a Mechanical Construction Manager or Mechanical Project Manager on large scale construction projects
• Strong background in HVAC systems, pipework and mechanical installations
• Experience working on data centre or other mission critical projects is highly desirable
• Excellent leadership skills with the ability to manage teams and subcontractors on site
• Strong commercial awareness with experience managing costs and variations
• Ability to work in a fast paced, high performance construction environment
• Strong communication and organisational skills with a focus on delivering to programme

What’s on Offer

Salary: €85,000 – €100,000 (DOE)

Benefits

• Accommodation and travel support
• Bonus structure
• Pension contribution
• Healthcare
• Career progression within a growing European contractor
• Opportunity to work on high profile data centre projects

Why Apply?

This is a standout opportunity for a Mechanical Construction Manager to work on one of the most active data centre markets in Europe. You will be part of a high performing project team delivering technically challenging builds with a company that has a strong reputation for quality and delivery.

The role offers long term career progression, exposure to large scale projects and the chance to build experience in a sector that continues to see sustained investment and growth across Europe.