Head of Engineering – Data Centre Delivery Leader

Mercury Engineering; Dublin; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercury Engineering is seeking a Head of Engineering to lead cross-discipline design and on-site delivery for major data centre projects. You will manage design packages, coordinate multi-disciplinary teams, and ensure compliance with design standards from conception to handover.

The role requires strong leadership, extensive post-graduate experience in industrial or data centre sectors, and deep knowledge of statutory processes.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years post graduate experience in the Industrial, Pharmaceutical, Life Sciences or Data Centre sectors.
• Recognised Engineering qualification, BEng or similar.
• In depth knowledge of Statutory Consent Processes, Building Regulations process is essential.
• Demonstrable design, technical and construction knowledge is essential.
• Experience in leading meetings and coordinating the other team members.

Responsibilities

• Manage design packages from initial review through to estimation, procurement, planning and handover for execution on site.
• Oversee multi-disciplinary designs and ensure adherence to design specifications and schedules.
• Coordinate and manage all systems and design deliverables across the data centre group.
• Produce handover packs for site teams and ensure compliance with QEHS standards.
• Lead and mentor Engineering teams and support recruitment activities within Central Engineering.

Skills

Team management

Stakeholder engagement

Project planning

Design coordination

Construction knowledge

Risk assessment

VE & OSA

BIM experience

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

BIM360/ACC

CAD software

Job description

Mercury Engineering is seeking a Head of Engineering to lead cross-discipline design and on-site delivery for major data centre projects. You will manage design packages, coordinate multi-disciplinary teams, and ensure compliance with design standards from conception to handover.

The role requires strong leadership, extensive post-graduate experience in industrial or data centre sectors, and deep knowledge of statutory processes.