Mechanical Construction Manager

First Task; Falkirk; On-site; GBP 74,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company seeks an experienced Mechanical Construction Manager to oversee a 50MW data centre project near Helsinki. Responsibilities include managing client communications, preparing risk assessments, and overseeing commercial procurement. Candidates should have a mechanical qualification and experience in contracting, with data centre experience being advantageous. The company offers a competitive salary package including tax-free subsistence and accommodation.

Benefits

Tax-free subsistence

Paid accommodation

Flights covered

Qualifications

• Mechanical qualification required.
• Experience in mechanical/electrical contracting preferred.
• Data centre experience advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage client communications.
• Prepare method statements and risk assessments.
• Coordinate pipework installation sequencing.
• Oversee commercial aspects from handover to procurement.
• Manage two-week look-ahead project schedule.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Mechanical qualification (e.g. B.Eng, City & Guilds, HNC/BTEC, NVQ)

Job description

Mechanical Construction Manager - Helsinki

Up to €100,000 DOE + €13,000 Tax Free Subsistence + Flights, Accom, Bills Paid

First Task Professional are presently seeking an experienced Mechanical Project Engineer / Construction Manager to join the business to deliver a 50MW data centre just outside of Helsinki.

The city boasts one of the highest quality of life indices in the world and is a metropolitan hub with significant investment for data centres.

The project is undergoing a rock excavation at present and will run until early 2028 with high likelihood of follow-on projects in the region.

Responsibilities

• Manage client communications
• Prepare method statements, risk assessments, and HVAC deliverables to project/safety standards
• Coordinate with project team on pipework installation sequencing to meet deadlines
• Oversee commercial aspects from handover to procurement of equipment, subcontractors, and suppliers
• Support documentation, costing of scope changes, monthly valuations, and final accounts
• Manage two-week look-ahead project schedule with team
• Ensure labour requirements align with project program
• Enforce compliance and governance, including:
• Health & Safety monitoring of subcontractors
• Continuous improvement of safe working practices
• Maintaining high housekeeping standards

Requirements

• Mechanical qualification (e.g. B.Eng, City & Guilds, HNC/BTEC, NVQ)
• Experience in mechanical/electrical contracting preferred
• Data centre experience advantageous
• Strong organisational, communication, and time management skills

If the role is of interest, please get in touch with Gregor Devlin at First Task Professional