MEP Lead – Data Centre Construction

Breagh Recruitment Ltd; Helsinki; On-site; EUR 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation and living allowance

Travel expenses

Bonus structure

Pension contribution

Private healthcare

Ongoing CPD and career progression

Opportunity to work on flagship data中心

Job summary

Specialist International Data Centre Contractor in Helsinki is seeking an experienced MEP Lead to coordinate mechanical and electrical packages on a major data centre development. You will lead multidisciplinary teams, ensuring safety, programme delivery and high-quality execution on site.

This senior, site-based role requires strong leadership, deep M&E knowledge and a track record delivering large-scale data centre projects in Europe.

Qualifications

• Strong background in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or Building Services.
• Proven experience as MEP Lead or Senior MEP on large-scale construction or data centre projects.
• Excellent understanding of MEP systems, installation processes and commissioning.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate teams on site.

Responsibilities

• Lead Health and Safety across all MEP activities on site.
• Manage programme delivery, ensuring all MEP works are aligned with project timelines.
• Coordinate mechanical and electrical teams, subcontractors and site engineers.
• Review drawings, specifications and technical submissions to ensure accuracy and buildability.
• Drive quality control across installations, inspections and commissioning stages.
• Monitor and report on progress, risks and performance to senior management.
• Liaise with clients, consultants and internal teams to ensure clear communication and alignment.
• Identify and implement design and construction improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.

Skills

MEP leadership

Data centre experience

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Location Helsinki, Finland Sector Engineering Salary 110,000.00 EU per annum

Job title: MEP Lead - Data Centre Construction

Location: Helsinki, Finland

Company: Specialist International Data Centre Contractor

Salary: Up to€110,000DOE

The Company

A specialist data centre contractor delivering large-scale, technically complex projects across Europe. The business provides turnkey data centre delivery across design, construction and commissioning, with a strong pipeline of mission critical projects throughout the European market.

They are looking for an experienced MEP Lead to join the project team in Helsinki, taking responsibility for the coordination and delivery of mechanical and electrical packages on a major data centre development. This is a long-term opportunity with further European projects in the pipeline.

The Role - MEP Lead

As MEP Lead, you will take full responsibility for the coordination and delivery of mechanical and electrical services on a major data centre project in Helsinki. You will lead multidisciplinary teams, ensuring all MEP elements are delivered safely, on programme and to the highest quality standards.

This is a senior site-based position where your leadership will directly impact project performance, from early coordination through to commissioning and handover.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Health and Safety across all MEP activities on site
• Manage programme delivery, ensuring all MEP works are aligned with project timelines
• Coordinate mechanical and electrical teams, subcontractors and site engineers
• Review drawings, specifications and technical submissions to ensure accuracy and buildability
• Drive quality control across installations, inspections and commissioning stages
• Monitor and report on progress, risks and performance to senior management
• Liaise with clients, consultants and internal teams to ensure clear communication and alignment
• Identify and implement design and construction improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce costs

About You

• Strong background in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or Building Services
• Proven experience in an MEP Lead or Senior MEP role on large-scale construction or data centre projects
• Excellent understanding of MEP systems, installation processes and commissioning
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate teams on site
• Commercial awareness with experience managing programme, costs and resources
• Detail-focused with a strong commitment to quality and delivery deadlines
• Effective communicator with the ability to work across multiple stakeholders

What's on Offer

Salary: Up to €110,000 (DOE)

Benefits:

• Accommodation and living allowance
• Travel expenses
• Bonus structure
• Pension contribution
• Private healthcare
• Ongoing CPD and career progression
• Opportunity to work on flagship European data centre projects

Why Apply?

This is a key leadership role on a major data centre project where you will have real influence over delivery, team performance and project outcomes. The company offers long-term project security and the chance to work on some of the most technically advanced builds in Europe.

For experienced MEP Leads looking to step into a high-profile role with a top-tier contractor, this position offers both challenge and progression in a fast-paced, rewarding environment.

Why Breagh Recruitment

Breagh Recruitment are specialists in placing MEP Leads, M&E Managers and senior building services professionals across the data centre and mission critical construction sector. We work closely with leading contractors delivering complex MEP packages across Europe, giving you access to roles that match your experience in high-value data centre projects.