Asso Lead Mechanical

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 2,800,000 - 3,700,000; Full time

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated is seeking a Mechanical Subject Matter Expert (SME) for data center delivery on a project-based assignment in Hyderabad. You will lead mechanical design, construction, testing, commissioning, and handover, acting as the client’s technical representative for mechanical disciplines within a PMC delivery model.

The role requires 15–20 years of experience in data center projects, strong coordination with cross-disciplinary teams, on-site oversight, and adherence to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• 15–20 years of overall mechanical engineering delivery experience.
• Direct experience on data center or mission-critical infrastructure projects.
• Proven track record from design through commissioning and handover.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all mechanical aspects of data center projects from design through handover.
• Provide technical governance to align with client standards and project objectives.
• Act as the primary mechanical authority within the PMC delivery team.
• Review technical designs, calculations, layouts, shop drawings and submittals.
• Coordinate with contractors, vendors and multidisciplinary consultants on-site.
• Monitor installation, testing, commissioning, and handover activities.
• Review ITPs, FATs, SATs and commissioning procedures; support IST.
• Ensure compliance with codes, standards and data center best practices.
• Identify risks, support mitigation, and ensure safety compliance.
• Facilitate readiness-for-operations and smooth transition to operations.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

**Position Title:** Mechanical Subject Matter Expert (SME) -Data Center Delivery **Business Line:** Project & Development Services / Project Management Consultancy **Location:** Project-based **Reporting To:** Project Director / Program Director **Role Level:** Mid-Level Technical Leadership**1. Position Summary**The Mechanical Subject Matter Expert (SME) / Mechanical Subject Manager is responsible for providing technical leadership, governance, and delivery assurance for all mechanical systems on data center construction projects delivered under a Project Management Consultancy (PMC) model.Acting as the client’s technical representative for mechanical disciplines, this role ensures that mechanical design, construction, testing, commissioning, and handover activities meet mission-critical performance requirements, applicable standards, and client operational objectives. The position works in close collaboration with Project Managers, Project Directors, consultants, contractors, and vendors to ensure coordinated, compliant, and high-quality delivery across one or multiple data center projects.**2. Key Responsibilities****Mechanical Scope Leadership*** Lead and manage all mechanical aspects of data center projects from design development through construction, commissioning, and handover.* Provide technical governance and assurance to ensure alignment with client standards, operational requirements, and project objectives.* Act as the primary technical authority for mechanical systems within the PMC delivery team.**Design Review & Technical Approvals*** Review and provide technical input on mechanical designs, specifications, calculations, layouts, and schematics.* Review and comment on shop drawings, material submittals, method statements, and installation procedures.* Ensure mechanical designs comply with applicable codes, standards, client requirements, and data center best practices.* Support resolution of design queries and technical clarifications during construction.**Contractor & Consultant Coordination*** Coordinate closely with mechanical contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and multidisciplinary consultants.* Provide on-site technical oversight to ensure works are executed in accordance with approved designs and quality standards.* Participate in technical workshops, coordination meetings, and site progress reviews.* Manage interfaces between mechanical systems and other disciplines including electrical, ICT, controls, fire protection, and civil works.* Support timely resolution of construction, technical, and interface-related issues.**Construction Oversight, Testing & Commissioning*** Monitor mechanical installation, testing, and commissioning activities on site.* Review and approve inspection and test plans (ITPs), factory acceptance tests (FATs), site acceptance tests (SATs), and commissioning procedures.* Support integrated systems testing (IST), including full-load and resilience testing where applicable.* Verify mechanical system performance against redundancy, reliability, and operational criteria.* Support readiness-for-operations activities and transition to facilities and operations teams.**Risk, Quality & Safety Support*** Identify mechanical-related risks and support development of mitigation measures.* Ensure compliance with quality assurance processes, safety requirements, and statutory regulations.* Participate in safety reviews, audits, and incident investigations related to mechanical works.* Support close-out of non-conformances, defects, and punch list items prior to handover.**3. Technical Expertise (Data Center Focus)*** Data center and mission-critical mechanical systems delivery.* Cooling technologies including CRAC/CRAH units, chilled water systems, DX systems, free cooling, and liquid cooling solutions.* HVAC systems, airflow management, and hot aisle / cold aisle containment strategies.* Mechanical redundancy architectures (N, N+1, 2N, distributed systems).* Heat rejection systems including cooling towers, dry coolers, and adiabatic systems.* Interface with fire protection and life safety systems.* Compliance with Uptime Institute Tier I–IV standards.* Knowledge of relevant codes and standards including ASHRAE, NFPA, and applicable local regulations.**4. Qualifications & Experience****Education*** Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent technical discipline.**Experience*** **15-20 years** of overall experience in mechanical engineering or mechanical systems delivery.* **D**irect experience on data center or mission-critical infrastructure projects.* Proven experience supporting full lifecycle delivery from design through commissioning and handover.**Professional Certifications (Preferred, Not Mandatory)*** Chartered Engineer (CEng), Professional Engineer (PE), or equivalent.* Data center–specific certifications (e.g., Uptime Institute ATD, CDCP).* Commissioning or HVAC-related certifications are an advantage.**5. Core Competencies*** Strong technical judgment and attention to detail.* Effective contractor coordination and interface management skills.* Clear and confident communication with clients and multidisciplinary project teams.* Practical problem-solving and technical decision-support capability.* Ability to perform effectively in fast-paced, high-risk, mission-critical delivery environments.* Proactive, collaborative, and delivery-focused mindset. **Location:**On-site –Hyderabad, TS**Scheduled Weekly Hours:**48