Senior Mechanical Construction Lead - Data Centre Projects

Matchtech; Blyth; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Matchtech is seeking an experienced Mechanical Construction Manager to join the Blyth project on-site in the United Kingdom. You will take full responsibility for directing all mechanical construction works, ensuring a safe, timely, cost-effective, and high-quality delivery.

The role requires leading installation activities, coordinating with planners, designers and subcontractors, reviewing drawings and submittals, and driving health and safety excellence to support a successful project

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years mechanical construction experience with strong site management.
• Proven experience with HVAC, piping, and building services on large-scale projects.
• Experience in data centre, mission-critical, or major industrial projects preferred.
• Strong planning, sequencing, commissioning, and stakeholder communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day mechanical site operations and oversee all mechanical installation activities.
• Enforce QA/QC procedures to meet design specs and high standards.
• Coordinate with Planners, Project Managers, design consultants, and subcontractors to align programs.
• Manage mechanical subcontractors, track progress, and ensure safety documentation.
• Review drawings, submittals, and specs to resolve issues and maintain schedule.
• Lead site meetings, engineering reviews, and handover sessions; report progress.
• Drive health and safety culture across site.
• Support cost control by tracking variations and aiding handover close-out.

Skills

Site management

Construction sequencing

Sub-contractor leadership

Stakeholder communication

HVAC and piping expertise

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services

Tools

QA/QC

Job description

Matchtech is seeking an experienced Mechanical Construction Manager to join the Blyth project on-site in the United Kingdom. You will take full responsibility for directing all mechanical construction works, ensuring a safe, timely, cost-effective, and high-quality delivery.

The role requires leading installation activities, coordinating with planners, designers and subcontractors, reviewing drawings and submittals, and driving health and safety excellence to support a successful project