Mechanical Package Manager | Vienna, Austria

Salter Grange Limited; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Salter Grange Limited is seeking an experienced Mechanical Package Manager for a major data centre project based in Vienna, Austria. You will own the mechanical package management from planning through handover, liaising with project teams, client, and subcontractors to meet safety, schedule and quality targets.

The role requires strong experience in mechanical packages on large-scale projects, with data centre exposure viewed positively.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience with a recognised construction contractor.
• Proven track record as Mechanical Package Manager or similar.
• Experience delivering mechanical packages on large-scale projects.
• Data centre or mission-critical project experience advantageous.
• Strong understanding of mechanical drawings and specs.
• Experience managing subcontractors, programme, QA/QC and commercial changes.
• Familiarity with Primavera/Project planning software and CAD/BIM processes.
• Excellent organisational, planning and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery and coordination of the Mechanical Package from installation to handover.
• Manage mechanical subcontractors, onboarding, progress and performance.
• Coordinate works with programme milestones.
• Drive EHS and QA/QC standards across the package.
• Review drawings, specifications, IFC information.
• Coordinate RFIs, technical queries, design changes and BIM/CAD.
• Manage snagging, punch lists, documentation and close-out.
• Support commercial management of labour, materials, plant, variations and valuations.
• Collaborate with QS and commercial team on variations.
• Attend project, planning and client meetings, provide progress updates.
• Ensure O&M docs, as-builts and final handover are completed.

Skills

Lead project delivery

Subcontractor management

Programme coordination

EHS and QA/QC

Stakeholder management

Tools

Primavera/Project planning

CAD/BIM processes

Job description

Salter Grange is recruiting an experienced Mechanical Package Manager for a major data centre project in Vienna, Austria.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Package Manager to take ownership of the mechanical package on a large-scale, technically complex data centre project.

You will work closely with the Project Manager, engineering, commercial and construction teams, as well as the client and subcontractors, to ensure the mechanical package is delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the required quality standards.

Mechanical Package Manager Key Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery and coordination of the Mechanical Package from installation through to handover.
• Manage mechanical subcontractors, including onboarding, progress, manpower and performance.
• Coordinate mechanical works with the project programme and key milestones.
• Drive EHS and QA/QC standards across the mechanical package.
• Review drawings, specifications, IFC information and technical requirements.
• Coordinate RFIs, technical queries, design changes and BIM/CAD requirements.
• Manage package-level snagging, punch lists, documentation and close-out.
• Support commercial management of labour, materials, plant, variations and valuations.
• Work closely with the QS and commercial team on variations and change management.
• Prepare and assess subcontractor and supplier tender packages.
• Attend project, engineering, planning, coordination and client meetings.
• Provide regular progress reports, highlighting risks, delays and key issues.
• Ensure successful completion of O&M documentation, as-builts and final handover.

Mechanical Package Manager Key Requirements

• 5+ years' experience working for a recognised construction contractor.
• Proven experience as a Mechanical Package Manager, Mechanical Manager, Mechanical Engineer or similar.
• Strong experience managing mechanical packages on large-scale construction projects.
• Previous data centre or mission-critical experience is highly advantageous.
• Strong understanding of mechanical construction, drawings and technical specifications.
• Experience managing subcontractors, programme, QA/QC and commercial changes.
• Familiarity with Primavera/Project planning software and CAD/BIM processes.
• Excellent organisational, planning and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication, negotiation and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.