Mechanical Quality Lead - Data Centre Construction

3D Personnel Ltd; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

3D Personnel Ltd is recruiting a Mechanical Quality Lead for a major data centre construction project in Blyth, Northumberland. The role focuses on leading QA/QC across mechanical installations, ensuring HVAC systems and piping meet specifications and coordinating with contractors.

Candidate requires a mechanical engineering degree and at least 3 years' QA/QC experience within data centre or building services environments; accommodation/travel options may be provided depending on site location.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a mechanical QA/QC position.
• Strong understanding of HVAC, piping and mechanical building services.
• Experience implementing ITPs, managing NCRs and maintaining quality documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical QA/QC activities across the project.
• Oversee quality inspections relating to HVAC systems, pipework and mechanical installations.
• Develop, review and implement Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs).
• Manage non-conformance reports (NCRs), corrective actions and quality close-out.
• Coordinate with mechanical engineers, construction managers and subcontractors to maintain installation standards.
• Ensure all works comply with approved specifications, drawings and quality procedures.
• Maintain accurate quality records, inspection reports and documentation.
• Prepare and review mechanical quality dossiers required for commissioning and handover.
• Attend quality coordination meetings and monitor subcontractor compliance.

Skills

QA/QC experience

HVAC

Piping

Building services

Education

Degree in Mechanical or Building Services Engineering

Job description

Mechanical Quality Lead - Data Centre Construction

Location: Blyth, Northumberland

Our client is seeking an experienced Mechanical Quality Lead to manage QA/QC activities across the mechanical installation packages on a major data centre project in Blyth.

This position will suit a mechanically qualified quality professional with strong experience in HVAC, pipework and associated building services installations.

The Role

• Lead mechanical QA/QC activities across the project


• Oversee quality inspections relating to HVAC systems, pipework and associated mechanical installations


• Develop, review and implement Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs)


• Manage non-conformance reports (NCRs), corrective actions and quality close-out


• Coordinate with mechanical engineers, construction managers and subcontractors to maintain installation standards


• Ensure all works comply with approved specifications, drawings and quality procedures


• Maintain accurate quality records, inspection reports and documentation


• Prepare and review mechanical quality dossiers required for commissioning and handover


• Attend quality coordination meetings and monitor subcontractor compliance

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a mechanical QA/QC position


• Degree in Mechanical or Building Services Engineering


• Strong technical understanding of HVAC, piping and mechanical building services


• Experience implementing ITPs, managing NCRs and maintaining quality documentation


• Good communication skills and the ability to work with multiple subcontractors


• Data centre or mission-critical construction experience advantageous

Location & Travel

Candidates based within 60 miles of Blyth are strongly preferred, with those within 90 miles also considered favourably.

Qualifying candidates living over 60 miles from site may receive Monday to Thursday accommodation and a £160 weekly tax-free allowance, subject to satisfactory proof of address and applicable tax rules.

Candidates from Ireland and mainland Europe may also be considered, with flights and accommodation provided on a 10 days on / 4 days off rotation.