Mechanical Construction Manager - Heroya - 145294

Jones Engineering; Porsgrunn, Skien; On-site; NOK 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Training & development

Job summary

Jones Engineering is seeking an experienced Mechanical Construction Manager to lead on-site mechanical construction activities on high-profile projects at Heroya, Norway. You will manage operations, ensure timelines, budgets and quality standards are met, and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams.

The role demands strong leadership, technical expertise in mechanical systems, and a track record delivering complex projects safely and efficiently.

Qualifications

• Mechanical trade or engineering background required.
• Experience with PVC, PVDF, PP, stainless steel joints and welding is advantageous.
• Strong communication and organisational skills essential.
• Proficiency in MS Office; knowledge of Filemaker is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all mechanical construction activities from planning through to commissioning, ensuring adherence to project specifications, timelines, and budgets.
• Manage and coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure seamless project execution.
• Monitor progress, conduct site inspections, and ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, and other stakeholders to communicate project status and resolve technical or logistical issues.
• Review mechanical drawings and specifications, providing input on constructability and value engineering opportunities.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, including progress reports, risk assessments, and method statements.
• Support the procurement process by reviewing technical submittals and coordinating equipment delivery schedules.
• Lead project meetings and provide regular updates to senior management.
• Ensure commissioning and handover processes are executed efficiently and meet all contractual and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Mechanical trade

Engineering background

Jointing methods knowledge

Communication

Organisation

MS Office

Filemaker

Job description

Mechanical Construction Manager

Heroya, Norway

Company Description

Jones Engineering are a leading engineering services company with a proven track record of high quality, customer focused project delivery for over 130 years. Our core divisions include Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Sprinkler and Fire Protection. Some of the other services we provide include Waste to Energy (BioEnergy), Specialist Lift, Off Site Fabrication, Technical Support Services, Maintenance, Asset Management, BIM (Building Information Modelling) and Geo-Surveying. We offer competitive salaries, financial support for further training, Continuous Professional Development (CPD) leading to chartered status, performance incentives and the ability to progress your career with a world class engineering contractor.

Job Description

Jones Engineering is seeking an experienced Mechanical Construction Manager to lead and oversee mechanical construction activities on high-profile projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing on-site operations, ensuring project timelines, budgets, and quality standards are met, and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams and subcontractors. This role requires strong leadership, technical expertise in mechanical systems, and a proven track record in delivering complex engineering projects safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all mechanical construction activities from planning through to commissioning, ensuring adherence to project specifications, timelines, and budgets.
• Manage and coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure seamless project execution.
• Monitor progress, conduct site inspections, and ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, and other stakeholders to communicate project status and resolve technical or logistical issues.
• Review mechanical drawings and specifications, providing input on constructability and value engineering opportunities.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, including progress reports, risk assessments, and method statements.
• Support the procurement process by reviewing technical submittals and coordinating equipment delivery schedules.
• Lead project meetings and provide regular updates to senior management.
• Ensure commissioning and handover processes are executed efficiently and meet all contractual and regulatory requirements.

Skills And Requirements

• Mechanical trade or Engineering background essential
• Experience working with any of the following materials and jointing methods also an advantage: PVC, PVDF, PP, S/S, C/S, orbital and tig welding and fusion jointing
• Excellent communication and organisation skills required
• Excellent IT skills required – MS Office/Excel
• A knowledge of database systems such as Filemaker would be advantageous
• Data centre experience is advantageous, but not essential.

Benefits

• We offer a competitive salary package commensurate with experience and qualifications. In addition, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment, collaborating with industry leaders and contributing to a sustainable future. Our company values work-life balance and encourages professional growth through training and development programs.

We are an equal opportunities employer, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply for roles.

Please note, we are currently not accepting applications from agencies, for this role at this time.