Mechanical Lead

John Sisk & Son Ltd; St Albans; On-site; GBP 77,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

John Sisk & Son Ltd invites a Mechanical Lead to drive the delivery of mechanical systems for our data centre projects across Europe. The role is based in Dublin with travel to various sites, reporting to the MEP Lead and partnering with the engineering management team.

You will lead technical and managerial activities, ensuring HVAC, utilities and process installations meet programme, budget, quality and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering or equivalent
• Experience leading mechanical delivery on Tier 1 or equivalent projects
• CSCS or equivalent health and safety training
• Strong understanding of health, safety and environmental standards
• Experience with commissioning, validation and system turnover

Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical function and oversee delivery of all systems including HVAC, utilities, process piping and specialist systems
• Ensure delivery aligns with programme, cost, safety and quality requirements
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to engineers, supervisors and subcontractors
• Develop and implement strategies for execution planning, resource allocation and performance management
• Review and approve design documents, technical submittals and material selections
• Ensure compliance with client specifications, design standards and applicable regulations (GMP, ISO, ASHRAE, CIBSE)
• Oversee FATs, MEP Construction, SATs, commissioning and system turnover for mechanical scope
• Support validation and handover activities with accurate documentation and traceability

Skills

Leadership

Mechanical systems

HVAC

Planning

Communication

Safety leadership

Commissioning

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering

CSCS or equivalent safety training

Tools

BMS

BIM

Job description

Overview

Opportunity for a Mechanical Lead to join our Data Centre based from Dublin office but travelling to all the Europe sites.

Overview

Opportunity for a Mechanical Lead to join our Data Centre based from Dublin office but travelling to all the Europe sites.

Reporting to the MEP Lead and working closely with the Project Director and Engineering Management Team. the Mechanical Lead is responsible for the overall delivery of mechanical systems. This role provides technical and managerial leadership, ensuring mechanical works are designed, installed, tested and commissioned in line with project specifications, programme, budget and regulatory requirements.

The Mechanical Lead plays a key role in driving quality, safety and efficiency while ensuring alignment between engineering, construction, commissioning and client expectation

John Sisk & Son have been building excellence as a family-owned international construction company by offering trust, certainty and value to our clients whilst being at the heart of change.

Responsibilities

Leadership and Delivery

• Lead the mechanical function and oversee delivery of all systems including HVAC, utilities, process piping and specialist systems
• Ensure delivery aligns with programme, cost, safety and quality requirements
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to engineers, supervisors and subcontractors
• Develop and implement strategies for execution planning, resource allocation and performance management

Technical and Compliance Oversight

• Review and approve design documents, technical submittals and material selections
• Ensure compliance with client specifications, design standards and applicable regulations (GMP, ISO, ASHRAE, CIBSE)
• Oversee FATs, MEP Construction, SATs, commissioning and system turnover for mechanical scope
• Support validation and handover activities with accurate documentation and traceability

Quality, Safety and Risk Management

• Drive adherence to health, safety and environmental policies across all mechanical activities
• Implement and monitor quality assurance and quality control processes
• Identify and manage technical and delivery risks, implementing mitigation measures where necessary
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, accountability and safety leadership

Stakeholder and Team Coordination

• Act as the primary point of contact for mechanical delivery with clients, consultants and regulatory authorities
• Coordinate closely with electrical, process, civil and architectural teams to ensure project integration
• Lead mechanical coordination meetings and report progress, challenges and opportunities to project leadership

Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to achieve aligned project outcomes

Essential

Experience

• Strong technical expertise in mechanical systems including HVAC, utilities and process installations
• Proven leadership experience delivering mechanical works on large, complex construction or engineering projects
• Excellent organisational, planning and problem-solving abilities
• Effective communication and team leadership skills with the ability to engage across disciplines
• Strong understanding of health, safety and environmental standards in construction and engineering
• Familiarity with commissioning, validation and system turnover in regulated sectors

Desirable

• Data Centre Experience
• BMS Experience
• Knowledge of BIM and digital project delivery tools
• Commercial awareness including contract administration and cost management

Qualifications

Esse ntial

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering or equivalent technical qualification
• Demonstrated experience leading mechanical delivery on Tier 1 or equivalent projects
• Valid Safe Pass and relevant health and safety training (e.g. CSCS or equivalent)

Desirable

• Chartered Engineer status or working towards professional membership (e.g. Engineers Ireland, CIBSE, ASHRAE)
• Postgraduate qualification in project management or construction management
• Specialist training in GMP, cleanroom or regulatory compliance relevant to life sciences and technology sectors

Additional Information

• Competitive salary
• 26 days annual leave
• Pension and benefits
• Unlimited learning and development opportunities
• Much more

Our People and Recruitment Commitment

At Sisk Group our people are at the heart of our success. We offer the chance to work with purpose, build a career with no limits and be part of a great team.

All vacancies are managed directly by our Internal Recruitment Team. Unsolicited contact or speculative CVs from unapproved agencies will not be accepted and no introductory fees will apply.

We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or any other protected characteristic. Reasonable adjustments are available during the recruitment process.

We know the confidence gap and imposter phenomenon can stop talented candidates applying. You do not need to meet every criterion – your skills and potential matter. Don’t hold back we want to hear from you.

All recruitment materials comply with legal and regulatory requirements including the EU Pay Transparency Directive and the Equality Acts UK and Ireland.